Justice and Peace

In defense of the victims of the dictatorship in Chile: A Vincentian Missionary

by Fr. Carlos de la Rivera, CM, Province of Chile | July 26, 2018 | Congregation of the Mission, Justice and Peace, News | 0 Comments

One of our missionaries, who in his youth was among the victims of the repressive and penal methods of the dictatorship, addressed an open letter.

More on Homelessness: The IGH Hub Resource

by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | July 21, 2018 | Formation, Justice and Peace | 0 Comments

IGH is committed to assisting 150 cities end street homelessness by 2030 through partnerships with a number of local, national and regional organizations across six continents. This deadline aligns with existing global targets, including the UN Sustainable Development...

Why Did Pope Francis Make 10 Startling Statements?

by John Freund, CM | July 18, 2018 | Formation, Justice and Peace, Reflections, Systemic change | 1 Comment

Pope Francis has a knack for making startling statements that catch people’s attention.

Transportation as a Social Issue

by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | April 22, 2018 | Formation, Justice and Peace | 0 Comments

Transportation projects are managing not only commuting and congestion, but also broader social issues like job access and even infant mortality. It can be done. Justly. Get in on the debate in your local area!

Compare the US Bishops of 1919 and 2019

by John Freund, CM | Aug 30, 2019 | Formation, Justice and Peace, Reflections, Vincentian Family

Maybe it is true… “the more things change, the more they stay the same”! But the Gospel continues to challenge us.

Daughter of Charity Calls Attention To Situation of Immigrants in PBS Documentary

by Famvin Media Resources | Aug 3, 2019 | Daughters of Charity, Justice and Peace

Sister Denise LaRock, D.C. and her San Antonio-based Interfaith Welcome Coalition are featured in the PBS documentary series “Women War & Peace II”. See the video.

Public Statement Release of the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth, Convent Station, NJ

by Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth General Assembly | Jul 5, 2019 | Announcements, Justice and Peace, News, Sisters of Charity

The Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth, during their recently finished General Assembly, they published the following Public Statement.

Vincent de Paul Society – support Criminal Justice Reform

by John Freund, CM | Jul 30, 2015 | Justice and Peace, News

United States Society of St. Vincent de Paul National President asks support for Criminal Justice Reform Dear Vincentians: Our country’s incarceration system is tearing at the fabric of families and communities and is costing tax payers billions of dollars each year....

Vincent De Paul Society USA election strategy 2016

by John Freund, CM | Apr 8, 2015 | Justice and Peace, News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul

Vincent De Paul Society election strategy 2016

The False Assumption: Everyone Wants to End Poverty

by John Freund, CM | Feb 14, 2015 | Justice and Peace

The debate about income inequality and poverty in America is generally carried out with the underlying assumption that everyone wants to end poverty, and there are well-meaning though different approaches to doing so. But what if that’s not true?

Plastic waste becomes currency in developing countries

by John Freund, CM | Feb 13, 2015 | Justice and Peace

Plastic waste becomes currency in developing countries – re-visioning waste.

Ladies of Charity speaking up in Washington

by John Freund, CM | Feb 13, 2015 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, Justice and Peace

The Ladies of Charity USA joined with over 500 Catholic leaders to speak out as lobbyist on behalf of those among us who are considered the least.

Ladies of Charity USA to meet in New Orleans

by John Freund, CM | Feb 11, 2015 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, Justice and Peace, Vincentian Family

It is often said that Vincent believed we should mix the useful and the agreeable. So join the Ladies in New Orleans for their 2015 Assembly in New Orleans