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![Daughters of Charity Support Struggling School Children in Lebanon](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2023/03/projets-rosalie-tutoring-lebanon-featured.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Daughters of Charity Support Struggling School Children in Lebanon
Sister Rita El Khoury explains, “Education is under attack in this country. Learning gaps are increasing, which is why we wanted to support children in these difficult times by giving them tutoring.”
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Native Nature at Home Workshop
On Saturday, February 25, the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth hosted a public workshop called “Native Nature at Home,” promoting the incorporation of more native plants into gardens and yards.
![Brothers of Charity New Novices in Nairobi](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2023/03/brothers-of-charity-novices-nairobi-featured.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Brothers of Charity New Novices in Nairobi
In a modest yet meaningful ceremony, 31 young men started their novitiate at the International Novitiate of the Brothers of Charity in Nairobi.
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“Homelessness is a silent war on children”
What is the average age of homeless persons in America? Over 50 Between 30 and 49 Between 15 and 29 Below 15 I really wonder how many would have guessed age 11, much less that it is a well-researched fact. (as of January 2022). More info at this link Cynthia Griffith...
![Saint Vincent de Paul and the Eucharist](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2023/02/eucharist-vincent.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Saint Vincent de Paul and the Eucharist
St. Vincent’s famous saying that “love is inventive to infinity” was his explanation of the Eucharist in his “Exhortation to a Dying Brother” in 1647
![Sister Paris & Food Pantry Featured on MSNBC](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2023/03/Sister-Paris-Sister-Visitor-Center-featured-on-MSNBC.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Sister Paris & Food Pantry Featured on MSNBC
Despite the challenges they face, Sister Paris and her team are working tirelessly to ensure that everyone who comes to their food pantry receives the assistance they need.
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Fr. Fausz Awarded for Community Service
Serving as pastor of three San Antonio churches would be enough to keep most priests busy. For Fr. Kevin Fausz, C.M., that is just the beginning.
![Registration Open: 2023 North American Vincentian Gathering](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2023/03/north-american-vf-gathering-2023-featured.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Registration Open: 2023 North American Vincentian Gathering
We are excited that our registration is Open for the 2023 North American Vincentian Gathering.
![Caring for Earth, Caring for You](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2023/03/banner-with-globe-and-hands-fb.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Caring for Earth, Caring for You
Catholic Sisters Week, March 8-14, 2023, celebrates the selfless and invaluable contributions of Catholic Sisters.
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
I have been able to witness some amazing and positive changes in North America and the world over the past 60 years or so.