John Freund, CM
Author
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Updating Our Mental Maps of Ministry
Are we aware of the changing landscape of poverty and new needs? Do we need to update our mental maps?
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Vincentian Prayer Images: Preaching by Our Lives
Do we realize that our lives preach?
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Leaders of 100 Branches of the Vincentian Family Gather – Why?
Some 200 leaders of 100 Branches of the Vincentian Family Gather in Rome – Why?
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What Are the Two Greatest Systemic Changes in Human History?
A quick quiz! What are the two greatest systemic changes in human history? (Here’s an important clue – They are interrelated!)
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Vincentian Prayer Images: The Darkness That Keeps Us From Seeing Our Tables
There is a darkness in our own minds that keeps us from seeing who is missing at our tables.
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Historic Meeting of Over 100 Branches of the Vincentian Family
For the first time, Superiors and Presidents of the more than 150 branches that make up the Vincentian Family will meet in Rome, Italy from January 8 to 12, 2020.
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Dickens’ Christmas Carol and Other Artistic Calls for Systemic Change
Artists through the centuries have challenged superficial visions of poverty and inspired dedication to direct services improving the condition of the poor.
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Vincentian Prayer Images: If Vincent Saw This…
I wonder what Vincent would think of this Nativity Scene scene!
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Pope Francis Is Teaching Me To See Again
Pope Francis taught me to see… I see the nativity scene as if for the first time.
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The Systemic Change That Began In Mary’s Womb
Have you ever thought of the birth of Jesus as the greatest systemic change?