JOURNAL ARTICLE

Dorothy Day—Servant of the Poor.

  • Published In: Journal of the Illinois State Historical Society, 2026, v. 119, n. 1. P. 98 1 of 3

  • Database: America: History and Life with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Sipula, Christine 3 of 3

Abstract

This article focuses on Dorothy Day, a prominent 20th-century social activist and cofounder of the Catholic Worker movement, which began in 1933 with the establishment of the first House of Hospitality and soup kitchen in New York. Born in 1897, Day’s early experiences in Illinois and her engagement with social justice shaped her lifelong dedication to aiding the poor and advocating for social change. Alongside Peter Maurin, she launched The Catholic Worker newspaper to address labor and unemployment issues during the Great Depression, leading to a nationwide network of hospitality houses and soup kitchens. Day’s legacy continues through numerous Catholic Worker communities that provide food, shelter, and support to those in need while promoting voluntary poverty and social justice. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Journal of the Illinois State Historical Society. 2026/03, Vol. 119, Issue 1, p98
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:1522-1067
  • DOI:10.5406/23283335.119.1.26
  • Accession Number:192456762
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