by John Freund, CM | Apr 5, 2014 | Justice and Peace
Perhaps you have heard how Jeopardy host Alex Trebeck was asked if he knew the origin of his suit. St. John’s University will host a conference that explores the relationships of poverty, human trafficking, modern slavery, and slavery’s links to consumerism and the...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 5, 2014 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, Vincentian Family
This week’s Lenten reflection on the Sunday readings is provided by Carol Schumer, D.C., Spiritual Coordinator, Ladies of Charity, Archdiocese of St. Louis, MO. At the conclusion of the reflection she suggests…TRY THIS TODAY...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 5, 2014 | Vincentian Family
For those who wish to follow the daily prayer of the Congregation of the Mission the April Ordo or liturgical calendar is now online. Part One: Lent & Holy Week (1-17 April) Part Two: Paschal Triduum & Easter Octave (17-30 April) Both parts are available...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 5, 2014 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, Vincentian Family
Just under 400 years ago St. Vincent founded what is today known as the AIC. AIC Holds Annual Meeting in Brussels, Belgium The website of the Ladies of Charity USA writes….The most recent executive board meeting of AIC was held at Maison Notre Dame de Chant...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 5, 2014 | Formation
What makes a Vincentian campus Vincentian? This was the question Fr. Gregory Gay, CM addressed in his presentation at Niagara University the day before the installation of Fr. James Maher, CM as 26th President of Niagara University. His answer “Hard work and...