Trust Between People • A Weekly Reflection with Louise
“You have too great a love of holy poverty and too much confidence in God to do that. These are the two pillars of the Company of the Daughters of Charity. […] I do not know if I am mistaken, but I believe that Our Lord always desires more confidence than...
Frederic Ozanam’s Birthday: April 23
Sunday is the birthday of Frederic Ozanam, the founder of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. Paris of the early 19th century was in the grip of great upheavals.
Sr. Joan Dawber, SC Speaks at the United Nations
by Melissa Camardo on March 29, 2017 in LifeWay Network News The Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) of the United Nations brings together experts from around the world to further gender equality and women’s empowerment. Sister Joan Dawber, founder and executive...
If It Was Not For The Women, There May Not Be A St. Vincent de Paul
Commenting on a recent article, MaryAnn Dantuono, President of the Ladies of Charity (AIC) USA said, This is a delightful recognition. (ed. note: LCUSA was recognized for the 400th Anniversary of the founding of the Confraternities of Charity in France. The...
Who are the Homeless? #IamVincent
As we prepare to launch a major initiative to serve the homeless populations of the world, the Vincentian family needs to know the answer to the question, “Who are the homeless?” Then we need to share the truth. Steve Lopez of the LA Times paints a clear...
UN Forum on Indigenous Issues to Focus on Rights
The Vincentian Family is helping to facilitate several opportunities for indigenous persons to express their concerns during the 16th Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues at the United Nations. The Forum runs April 24-May 5 in New York. This year marks the tenth...
A Vincentian View: A Feast for the Senses
A Vincentian View: A Feast for the Senses Life. The very air pulses with the celebration of the gift of life on the evening when we remember and we celebrate the paschal mystery. On this night, Jesus was raised from the dead to live forever and to draw us into...
Ladies of Charity – Primer on Advocacy
The Ladies of Charity present 8 quick answers to “What is advocacy?” Advocacy (n) The act of pleading or arguing in favor of something, such as a cause, idea, or policy; active support. From the Latin: ad = to; and voc = voice: To add voice. Advocacy....
Using Promoted Tweets to Connect with the World
Promoted Tweets are regular Tweets with the added bonus that they can reach more people who are interested in your mission. They should be used to place your best content in front of the audience that matters to you at the right time. If your goal is to drive a...
