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![Lenten Video Series, Day 15: God Given](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2022/03/lenten-series-camm-joy-of-sacrifice-featured.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Lenten Video Series, Day 15: God Given
Through combining his God-given talents for music and lyrics, Jack found he was able to bring many individuals into the faith.
![A prayer in solidarity with Ukraine](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2022/03/60997097_303.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
A prayer in solidarity with Ukraine
Pope Francis, stating that his “heart is broken” invited people to pray and fast for peace in Ukraine. We take this time now to be close to the sufferings of our Ukrainian sisters and brothers.
![Letter from Fr. Robert P. Maloney C.M. to the Vincentian Family in Ukraine and Surrounding Countries](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2022/03/maloney-ukraine.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Letter from Fr. Robert P. Maloney C.M. to the Vincentian Family in Ukraine and Surrounding Countries
Fr. Robert Maloney, CM, has written this letter in solidarity with all the Ukrainian people, who are suffering from devastation and unjust invasion, encouraging the Vincentian Family in the area to make every effort to alleviate the pain of those who are suffering.
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Lenten Video Series, Day 14: Joy of Friendship
In the Summer of 1958, Jack McErlean discovered the joy of honor, the joy of faith, and the joy of friendship, through the sacrifice and hardship of military service.
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Have You Ever Thought About These Issues?
Did you ever think about these issues homeless people face? The following four headlines caught my eye during the past month.
![The Transcendence of Communication in the Context of the Invasion of Ukraine](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2022/03/earth-3866609.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
The Transcendence of Communication in the Context of the Invasion of Ukraine
Access to truthful information is fundamental in today’s world. The internet plays a vital role in the midst of the globalized society in which we live.
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Lenten Video Series, Day 13: Cast Away
Daughter of Charity, Sister Michelle Nguyen shares her harrowing story of her escape from Vietnam, and how her near-death sacrifice brought her closer to Christ than she ever thought possible.
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Vincentian Family in Slovakia Helps War Refugees
When war broke out in Ukraine, the Daughters of Charity from the Slovak Province went to help refugees crossing the Slovak border in Vyšne Nemecke and Ubli where people from Ukraine arrive through the town of Uzhhorod.
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Lenten Video Series, Day 12: Be the Light
Take the time to extend a gesture of mercy and sacrifice for others.
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The Society of St. Vincent de Paul signs an “Appeal for Peace in Ukraine”
The International Council General of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul has signed, together with other NGO partners in Geneva, a Declaration at the 49th session of the Human Rights Council.