John Freund, CM
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Read About St. Louise de Marillac (Feast Day: May 9)
Read About St. Louise de Marillac
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Vatican backs military force to stop ISIS ‘genocide’
Vatican backs military force to stop ISIS ‘genocide’
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Latest verified information about Syrian hostages
The following is to my knowledge the latest most reliable information about Syrian hostages.
Pope Francis announces a Holy Year of Mercy
I have decided to call an extraordinary Jubilee that is to have the mercy of God at its center.
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Most “Pinteresting”
What are our Pinterest followers finding that's worth sharing? Here are the "most repinned" of our recent pins: Find us on Pinterest at pinterest.com/vinfamily
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Ladies of Charity – when did a poor person reveal Christ to you?
Ladies of Charity – when did a poor person reveal Christ to you?
100 years young as a Sister of Charity Nazareth
Evelyn Hurley reached her 100th birthday today! But her decision to make vows as a Sister of Charity of Nazareth surprised some
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SVDP CEO reflects on lack of male role models
David W. Barringer, CEO of the Vincent de Paul Society in the USA reflects from his own experience of the lack of a male role model and how he sees the impact of this in many men served by the Society.
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Still serving after almost 400 years – International AIC
Still serving after almost 400 years, some 140 volunteers or members of the AIC will gather in Guatemala City (Guatemala) from 23rd to 27th March 2015
Insights into role of religious NGOs at the UN
Sr. Michele Morek provides insights into role of religious NGOs at the UN for understanding the importance of our witness at the UN. Many will be surprised at how well represented the Vincentian Family is at the UN