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Highlights of Recent Federal Activity In Support of Those We Serve
The Ladies of Charity of the United States of America Advocacy Committee highlights some federal actions that have occurred during the past six months that are in support of women, children, the elderly, disadvantaged and disabled.
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A Time For Thanks
At this special time of the year when our thoughts turn to giving thanks, it is appropriate to reflect on the many reasons Vincentians have to be grateful.
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A Canadian View: Reflections
One definition of the word reflection is “an image as seen in a mirror.” In addition, we often use this term to reflect on a prayer or other topical subject.
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“Our Planet is Still in the Emergency Room“
“Humanity has a choice: cooperate or perish.” It is either a Climate Solidarity Pact – or a Collective Suicide Pact.”
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Hope in the Darkness | Week One
An Advent Journey with St. Elizabeth Ann Seton | A Five-Part Series. Week One: Hope in the Darkness.
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An Advent Journey With St. Elizabeth Ann Seton | Introduction
Over the next four weeks, the National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton will reflect on Mother Seton’s lifelong journey of Advent. Introduction.
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NVAW: Generations of Charity
For National Vocation Awareness Week this month, the Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati produced a series of five short videos featuring conversations between sisters who joined the congregation since 1997 or later.
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Going to Mary with Mother Seton and St. Catherine Labouré
The Miraculous Medal is a bestseller at religious goods stores worldwide, and has been for more than a century.
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Archivists create online exhibit for 75th anniversary
This year is the 75th anniversary of the founding of the Sisters of Charity Federation.
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International Day for the Elimination of Violence to Women
November 25th of each year is the “International Day for the Elimination of Violence to Women.” This day also marks the beginning of a 16-day journey to promote awareness of violence and ends on December 10th with “International Human Rights Day.”