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A Canadian View: Homelessness – Why Should We Care? What Can We Do?
I think we are all aware of the increasing number of homeless women, men and children in our communities, whether large cities or smaller rural towns and villages.
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We Have More Troubles Than Ever – What Must Be Done?
“We have more troubles here than ever.” These words could easily be said today, couldn’t it? But these words were not spoken on the news this morning…
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Echoes (Luke 12:35-38)
I’ve always had a liking for country music. One of the special effects its singers use is what might be called echoing.
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Unfinished Family Business?
Have you had someone close to you die? One with whom you had unfinished business?
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Slaves in the Same Way as Jesus
Jesus takes the form a slave and becomes like us. We who seek to follow him are to become lowly slaves in the same way that he is. For us who try to be and live as Jesus, to be first means to be slaves (Mk 10, 43-45). And today’s gospel teaches the same lesson. ...![Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 28](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2023/04/vincentian-art-brushes-featured-1080x630.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 28
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.
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Empathy or Sympathy
During a recent meeting of our Confraternity, (the Confraternity of Vincentians on the Frontier/Diaspora), we shared some information about the latest social events in Guatemala and our involvement in them as Vincentians.
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Two Years Later Tornado Relief Continues
Through collaborative efforts and ongoing relief work, rebuilding in the wake of the deadly 2021 Western Kentucky tornadoes continues for the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth.
![A Vincentian Minute: Praying with Vincent About Obedience, Part 2](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2023/10/rooney-vincent-praying-featured-1080x630.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
A Vincentian Minute: Praying with Vincent About Obedience, Part 2
Fr. Rooney reveals the way Vincent prayed, through Vincent’s own words. This week: more on obedience.
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The Link Between Global Homelessness and Poor Mental Health
Mental health conditions can lead to homelessness and can also prevent those experiencing homelessness from getting back on their feet.