There is a darkness in our own minds that keeps us from seeing who is missing at our tables.
John Freund, CM
Author
John Freund is a Vincentian priest with a passion for promoting collaboration among the many people inspired by Saints Vincent de Paul and Louise de Marillac and who welcomes your engagement. Share your ideas and experiences!
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.
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.
Vincentian Prayer Images: If Vincent Saw This…
I wonder what Vincent would think of this Nativity Scene scene!
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.
The Systemic Change That Began In Mary’s Womb
Have you ever thought of the birth of Jesus as the greatest systemic change?
Vincentian Prayer Images: Inconveniencing Ourselves In Serving the Poor
Do we have the generosity to inconvenience ourselves when serving the poor?
Does “Keep Christ in Christmas” Miss the Point?
What can we do to bring the Christ of the Gospels back into Christmas in a way that is more than a bumper sticker slogan that ends up being mainly a political football?
What Can One Person Do To Help the Homeless?
Can one person impact the problems of homelessness? Yes… with 50,000 other individuals around the world who slept out as the homeless do!
Vincentian Prayer Images: It Can Take Courage to Do Good!
Do we have the courage to face criticism for doing good?
