Preparing for this Sunday, which is often called Good Shepherd Sunday, I came across a description of the things a shepherd in Jesus’ time would do to care for his — or her — sheep.
Formation
What is the largest conversation in the world?
Does the Guinness Book of Records have an award for the largest and longest conversation in the world? If it did, it would probably single out Pope Francis as the most significant discussion leader ever.
Splendor of Christ on the Cross
Hanging on the cross, Jesus is clothed with the splendor of self-emptying love. He thus is the source of blessings....
To Serve the Poor in their Material and Spiritual Need: Healing (Part III)
During this time of pandemic the Vincentian Family is being challenged to become creative in responding to people’s spiritual and material needs. Part 3
Mother Seton’s “Ecce Homo” Painting
This is a video interpretation of a painting gifted to Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton. The video was produced in partnership between the Seton Shrine and the Archives of the Daughters of Charity Province of St. Louise.
Voter Education – Is Encouraging Active Citizenship a Vincentian Mission?
I am advocating voter education to encourage people to consider what is best for them and society as a whole.
Ladies of Charity Advocacy: Election 2020, The Mechanics of Voting – Be Sure Your Vote Is Cast and Counted
Since this is a Presidential year, your vote is even more important. What are some options we have for voting?
The Pope Video • Respect for the Planet’s resources
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: Respect for the Planet’s Resources.
September 11: Feast Day of St. John Gabriel Perboyre, C.M.
A presentation about St. John Gabriel Perboyre, C.M.
Seeing Potential and Fostering It In Young People
It has been written of Frederic Ozanam: “While innovators wore themselves out with theories for changing the world, these young men set about climbing up to the floors where the misery of the poor hid.”
A Canadian View: Systemic Racism
We in Canada must also face reality that we must come to terms with the issue of racism.
A Hometown Success Story
“More than 95% of those who cycle through [Project HOME]… have never again returned to life on the streets— a success rate that has made the program a model for dozens of other U.S. cities.”
