In his usual insightful and clear style Fr. Robert Maloney, CM addresses the big “why”question and Christian hope in a piece which appeared in America under the title “A Feathered Thing” . Borrowing an image from Emily Dickinson “Hope is...
Recent events have given new meaning to “reading the signs of the times” Francis conquers the front cover of Rolling Stone magazine magazine. (See also Vatican Insider) Vatican graffiti! A bright colored mural of Francis in a Superman pose has appeared...
Edahn Small offers a visual presentation of 12 Inspiring Quotes from Pope Francis from 2013 on Economics, Spirituality, Abortion, Women, Politics, and Power. As the site says “you don’t have to be religious to appreciate his refreshing outlook, compassion,...
Lack of age-appropriate emergency shelter leaving vulnerable young homeless people at risk says DePaul UK. Responding to Homeless Link’s latest report, “Young and Homeless 2013”, which revealed a lack of youth-specific emergency accommodation, Martin...
The National Vincentian Marian Youth Office seeks a National Director who is an active Catholic who understands and practices Vincentian spirituality. Essential qualifications include solid, Catholic theological background, proven leadership skills, effective...
The Huffington Post tells the story of the impact of the Pope’s visit to Tor Sapienza, one of the Rome’s roughest neighborhoods. Fifteen Italian families live in the deconsecrated church where the parish was previously located — they occupied the...
Lynn L’Heureux offers her weekly reflection – You are the One! – Feast on the Word! – Our Living Heaven – Are You Ready? You are the One! You are chosen, not by society’s standards, but by God’s. Read 1 Samuel 16: 1-13 and Mark 2: 23-28. “I have...
“Search and Serve”, “Come and See”, “Nun Run, “Sunday with Sisters”, and even an “Online Lenten Retreat” – Take your pick of these events being held around the country. each of them offers an opportunity to...
Embargo date 1/27/2014 Fr. Bernard Schoepfer, C.M. Appointed New Director General of Daughters of Charity. Fr. G. Gregory Gay, C.M. Superior General of the Congregation of the Mission and the Daughters of Charity, announced that he has appointed Fr. Bernard...