John Freund, CM
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Dignity for the working poor at Christmas
Dignity for the working poor at Christmas – Every Mom and Dad wants to give their children gifts at Christmas. For many parents the biggest hassle is fighting the crowds but for others who are classed “the working poor” or disabled it is not about special gifts but basic gifts, the necessities of life.
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Can we hear words of this young person?
Can we hear words of this young person? Karl Michael Hila draws our attention to a young person named Frederic Ozanam. "The earth has become a chilly place. It is up to us Catholics to rekindle the flame of human warmth which is going out. It is up to us to recommence...
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What must be done? (Video)
What was Vincent’s Vision? What did Vincent see in his world? What must be done? What must I do? What must you do? What must we do?
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The Future of Charity – young Charity Federation bloggers
Meet the Bloggers of The Future of Charity – all members of congregations across the Sisters of Charity Federation
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The Dreams of Saint Louise and Saint Vincent
The AIC offer a reflection "The Dreams of Saint Louise and Saint Vincent" as the December installment of its formation program « Let us be enchanted by St Vincent’s Project » This might be a good time to think about your dreams at this stage in your life. The Dreams...
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Vincent de Paul Society “Giving Tuesday”
Tuesday, December 2, 2014, marks “Giving Tuesday.” On this day, individuals are encouraged to support their favorite charities. Please consider showing your support for the National Council Society of St. Vincent de Paul by making a donation today.
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Who thought of the Daughters of Charity?
Who would ever have thought that there would be Daughters of Charity when the first of you came to a few parishes here in Paris? Oh no, Sisters! I didn’t think of it (Saint Vincent de Paul)
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How many can say 100% goes to intended charity?
How many can say 100% goes to intended charity? The Daughters of Charity International Project Services can! Facilitating 18,000 sisters in 57 countries severely lacking resources.
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The church’s best kept secret… still is… but
The “church’s best kept secret”… still is. But more and more people ware waking up to depth of Catholic Social Teaching. VinFormation is offering a daily dose via its Advent Calendar.
Learning evangelization from Pope Francis
Learning evangelization from Pope Francis – “Using Pope Francis to Share the Catholic Faith in 4 Steps” Kevin Cotter distills four steps.