WYD Message “Think Big! Open Your Hearts”
Pope Francis to Young People: “Think Big! Open Your Hearts” Holy See Releases Pontiff’s Message for the 29th World Youth Day Zenit.org writes “The Holy See today published Pope Francis’ message for the 29th World Youth Day (WYD), which will...
Formation Friday – Rosalie Soulfire!
Blessed Rosalie spent over 50 years of her life working in the same Paris slum. Beloved by those who were in need she earned the title of Blessed Rosalie. But her influence went far beyond that neighborhood. She was a principle influence on another person who has...I have no voice but yours…
In its role of advocating for the rights of marginalized groups in the community the St Vincent de Paul Society of Australia regularly makes written “submissions”, or reports, to Members of Parliament, Government Inquiries and Independent Commissioners....
Niagara Alumni supporting Vincentian activities
Five Niagara University alumni work to raise $5 million for the Vincentian Endowment Challenge to support . St. Vincent de Paul was an educator and an evangelist who dedicated his life in service to the poor. He was also an accomplished fundraiser. It is this aspect...
Vincentian workshops in wise asset management
Wise Asset Management, Strategic Planning, and Grant-Writing – Father Gregory Gay, CM announces a series of workshops focusing on these three topics . “While the workshops are being sponsored by the Congregation of the Mission, we want them to be open to...
Living Charity – Volunteer experience
Living Charity, a two-week volunteer experience that’s being offered by the Sisters of Charity – Halifax, is an excellent opportunity to build your resume, to network and to create a positive impact. Experiences include: Hands-on service Reflection on justice...‘Serve, accompany, and defend the poor’
Catholic social ministers told: “Serve, accompany, and defend the poor.” A message quite in line with the Pope’s Lenten message and one which echoes in the hearts of the followers of Vincent and Louise. To “serve, accompany, and defend” the poor is...
Pope’s Lenten message – Imitate Christ
Christians are called to confront the material, spiritual and moral destitution of “our brothers and sisters, to touch it, to make it our own and to take practical steps to alleviate it,”
AIC-LCUSA “Vocation to follow Christ”
Vincent’s teachings were Christ centered. Let us remember these words “When there is a question of doing some good work, say to the Son of God, “Lord, if you were in my place, how would you act on this occasion?” (CCD:XI:314). In this spirit the international...
Thoughts on a requiem for the homeless
The following story got me thinking…. (see concluding thought after the story) The Pope’s almoner has celebrated Mass in Rome in memory of the poor and homeless who have lost their lives due to inadequate living conditions and abandonment. Archbishop...
