I live in a community of the Congregation of the Mission composed of older priests: four of us are over 70, another 80.
Javier F. Chento
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Javier es laico vicenciano, afiliado a la Congregación de la Misión y miembro de la Sociedad de San Vicente de Paúl en España.
A Lesson from the Labyrinth
One of the churches in our neighborhood chose to encourage reflective time by creating a beautiful meditation garden encircling a labyrinth
Work and a Dignified Life
The COVID-19 pandemic, which has afflicted the world, has led us to a greater appreciation of men and women who engage in various professions that are socially indispensable, although the individuals who carry them out are rarely worthily remunerated.
First UN Resolution on Homelessness
Earlier in February, before COVID-19 stopped the world, the United Nations adopted the first resolution defining homelessness.
First Cuban Catholic Radio Station Debuts on Internet
The first Catholic radio station in Cuba to broadcast online 24 hours a day is born thanks to the commitment of a group of young communicators who spread the Church’s message through the internet.
Lessons Learned During the Pandemic, #5: If One Should Die During a Pandemic, it is a Lonely Death!
Today, more than ever, we need people who, following the example of Sister Marguerite Naseau, the first Daughter of Charity, are willing to serve the poor and the sick with the boldness and courage of this simple, country woman.
FHA Conference on Refugees and Human Trafficking
The Vincentian Family Homeless Alliance (FHA) 2020 ‘Conference on Refugees and Human Trafficking,’ is due to take place in Seville later this year unless COVID-19 forces us to postpone this until spring 2021.
Unpublished Texts of Saint Vincent de Paul
John E. Rybolt puts in our hands a new collection of some 650 original unpublished texts by Saint Vincent de Paul.
Lessons Learned During the Pandemic, #4: Leadership is Important!
It’s good to take a step back and look at leadership during these times. How did our leaders respond?
AIC-Argentina Tackles the COVID-19 Pandemic
The AIC volunteers in Bahía Blanca, Argentina are offering a range of services to disadvantaged people in their local community during the COVID-19 pandemic.
