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Advent Reflection on Humility
Are we humble enough to believe that He who is mighty can do great things?
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The Cost of “Preferential Option for the Poor”
Forty years ago, four women gave their lives as part of their preferential option for the poor. Read their own words. It should take just about 40 seconds.
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A Canadian View: A More Just World
As a Canadian and close neighbour to our Americans friends, we are always interested in what is happening in the USA.
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Creating Connections Better Than Giving Directions
A place where homeless and formerly homeless people can connect to one another. They can also connect to vital outreach services, their own personal friends, and family members.
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International Year for the Elimination of Child Labor – 2021
The UN General Assembly unanimously adopted a resolution declaring 2021 as the International Year for the Elimination of Child Labor.
![Lessons Learned During the Pandemic, 23: In Solidarity with Those who Suffer](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2020/06/covid-response-9-1080x630.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Lessons Learned During the Pandemic, 23: In Solidarity with Those who Suffer
I believe that there has been an extraordinary expression of solidarity among people, especially as people reach out to assist those who have suffered the most.
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In The Mood (Mk 13:37)
We’ve all heard the term “mood music.” It refers to the power music has to set a tone, move us through different feeling states.
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Advent Prayer for the Vincentian Family: December 6, 2020
We invite you to participate in our Advent Prayer which will take place on December 6, 2020 on Facebook Live.
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How a Baby Changes Everything
A baby changes everything. Never was that truer than in the birth of the one we call Jesus of Nazareth. The birth of Jesus literally changed everything for everyone.
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Advent Reflections: Vincentian Family Office (Part One)
During the Advent Season, each one of the four members of the International Vincentian Family Office will offer a brief video. Part One