Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol?” Who hasn’t read it, or heard it or seen it on stage or screen?
Homelessness
Addressing homelessness across Brazil: a joint Vincentian effort
by Javier F. Chento | November 12, 2023 | Homelessness, News | 0 Comments
As we remember October 17th’s Eradication of Poverty Day – a day of global significance – we would like to reflect on the plight of those struggling with homelessness in Brazil.
Where Do You Fit In Now?
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | October 19, 2023 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections | 1 Comment
How do you further conversations with people who have different starting points and live in other categories than your own?
Public Transportation – Convenience, Hassle, or Lifeline?
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | August 24, 2023 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections | 1 Comment
A 2015 Harvard study found that access to reliable transportation is the biggest factor in determining whether someone will escape poverty and avoid homelessness.
13 Houses Project Reaches 17 Families in Brazil
by .famvin | August 13, 2023 | Homelessness, News | 0 Comments
Depaul Ireland
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 3, 2021 | Formation, Homelessness, News, Other Branch News
Learn about Depaul Ireland in this video produced by Vincentian Family Ireland.
Homeless Persons and “Listening”
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Nov 18, 2021 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
We all know Pope Francis is advocating for “listening church.” How might listening apply in our efforts with the homeless community?
Good News From a Homeless Student!
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Aug 27, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
“The Dax Program was life-changing for me. I would have never been able to finish at DePaul had it not been for Dax.”
The Paths To Homelessness
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Aug 20, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
Do homeless people choose to be homeless? There are many valid reasons for choosing shelters and even the streets over home— if there is a home at all.
The “13 Houses” Campaign expands in the USA amidst Covid-19
by Vincentian Family Office | Aug 16, 2020 | Homelessness, News
The “13 Houses” Campaign keeps growing in the United States, the country where it all began back in November 2018 with a single house for a single person. Almost two years later, the Campaign is touching the lives of nearly 5000 people worldwide. There are two...
Is Amazon’s Huge Homeless Shelter Enough?
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Aug 13, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
Why might Amazon’s model housing project not be enough?
The Vincentian Family Launches an Appeal to Reach the #HeartofLebanon
by .famvin | Aug 12, 2020 | Announcements, Homelessness, News
The Vincentian Family has launched the appeal “From our hearts to the heart of Lebanon” to support the work of Vincentians in Beirut.
When You Can’t Find “That Room”
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Aug 6, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
During our pandemic, the lack of restrooms has become an issue for delivery workers, taxi and ride-hailing drivers, and others who make their living outside of a fixed office building.
Schooling For Children Facing Eviction?
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Jul 30, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
What happens to students if their parents are evicted? They are expected to trade school buildings for spaces in their homes, a change predicated on students having homes in the first place. What happens when that space isn’t there, or when students are suddenly displaced?
Some Wish They Had a Mask To Wear!
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Jul 23, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
In the midst of the debate about wearing masks some wish they had a mask to wear.
Options in Abuse: Homelessness or Domestic Violence
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Jul 16, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
Abuse victims. “Why does she stay?” It’s a simple question. The answer is not.