On November 13 We Celebrate the Feast Day of Blessed Maria Carola Cecchin
Blessed Maria Carola Cecchin was a nun of the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph Benedict Cottolengo. Her life was characterized by a deep dedication to charity and missionary service, especially among the poor and sick of Kenya.
Let’s Go to the Front Lines! • A Weekly Reflection with Ozanam
In those times we found ourselves invaded by a avalanche of heterodox doctrines and philosophies that were confronting us all around, and we felt the need to strengthen our faith in the midst of the assaults made upon it by the various false systems of knowledge. Some...
St. Agostina Pietrantoni: Seeing God in the Suffering Faces of the Sick
Learn about the life of St. Agostina Pietrantoni, Sister of Charity of St. Jeanne Antida Thouret and patron saint of nurses, whose feast day is November 13.
November 11, 1858: Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth (video)
In this video, found on the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth YouTube channel, Mother Xavier Ross, portrayed by Sister Maureen Hall, tells her life story.
Who is My Neighbor After Election Day?
Jesus’ core teaching was “Thou shalt love the Lord your God… and love your neighbor as yourself.”
A Canadian View: The Dignity of the Human Person
I was recently reviewing the Ten principles of Catholic Social Teachings article by Fr. Robert P Maloney, CM as I researched information about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
The Past and Future of the Vincentian Spirit (second part) #famvin2024
Second part of the article written by Jaime Corera, in which he reflects on the legacy of St. Vincent de Paul and the future implications of his spirituality, addressing both its past and its evolution into the future.
A Vincentian View: “Caring for the Little Ones”
In the Gospels, Jesus mentions the “little ones” on several occasions. He says that they need to be treated with respect (Mt 18:10).
Changing Our Clocks
Changing Clocks! It is an annual ritual in many parts of the world. I suspect most of us sleep through it.
Contemplation: A Boundless Reserve
The rule of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul discourages hoarding money, emphasizing that funds should be used generously for current needs without budgeting for the future, trusting in Providence to provide as needed. More important than financial aid, however, is offering companionship, empathy, and love to those in need, as true charity is not limited by material resources.
