by John Freund, CM | Mar 20, 2014 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, Vincentian Family
The 2014 Catholic Social Ministry Gathering, held in Washington, February 2-5, 2014, focused on the message and vision of Pope Francis: “Becoming A Church that is Poor and for the Poor.” Nearly 500 people attended, including 70 College students through the “Young...
by John Freund, CM | Mar 19, 2014 | Justice and Peace, Poverty: Analysis and Responses, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
The headline reads… “Liberals told to fix housing scheme, not attack it”. The head of the St Vincent de Paul Society in Australia has attacked Social Services Minister Kevin Andrews, accusing him of “gleefully bagging” the Rudd government’s flagship...
by John Freund, CM | Mar 19, 2014 | Vincentian Family
Before Pinterest, Flickr, Instagram, etc. there were … Holy cards. “Those of a certain age” remember well these religious images of our youth. In the age of photo sharing it seems that old practice is ripe for revival. In this digital age...
by John Freund, CM | Mar 19, 2014 | Daughters of Charity, Formation
As part of her ongoing series devoted to visual prayer digital artist Sr. Ellen LaCapria, D.C. offers another visual aid to enter into contemplation about the art of listening. This image arose from her reflection on Pope Francis’ Gospel of Joy and is the third...
by John Freund, CM | Mar 18, 2014 | Poverty: Analysis and Responses
With a strong tradition of hands service of those who are suffering followers of Vincent and Louise may be missing out on some valuable assistance in our ministries. “Virtual volunteers” may may it possible for us to do more for those we serve. What...
by John Freund, CM | Mar 18, 2014 | Vincentian Family, Vincentian Marian Youth
The Vincentian Marian Youth write “As we approach the 2014 Lenten season, we invite you to make a special effort with regard to this campaign. If each members were to contribute one 1 Euro (about$1.40) as their Lenten sacrifice, we would achieve another 12% of...
by John Freund, CM | Mar 18, 2014 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
According to the Canberra Archdiocese website Vinnies (Australia) has a new headquarters in Canberra, which it says offers better physical accessibility and brings together teams previously working in separate buildings. Archbishop Christopher Prowse officially opened...
by John Freund, CM | Mar 18, 2014 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, Vincentian Family
The Ladies of Charity USA have unveiled the new look of their website. See for yourself how attractive, clean and responsive way of learning more about the Ladies of Charity in the United States.
by John Freund, CM | Mar 17, 2014 | Pope
Mike Hayes writes on Busted Halo… “I watched as Pope Francis emerged on the balcony last March and bowed his head, asking the crowd to pray for him. I was taken aback at the new Holy Father’s humble gesture. Not only could you hear a pin drop in St....
by John Freund, CM | Mar 17, 2014 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Who Are You? – Holding God’s Hand – Heaven Speaks – Hail Mary – themes for Vincentian Day of Prayer and Fast – Tuesday, March 18, 2014 Dear Vincentian Brothers and Sisters: Hope your Lenten journey is a smooth, productive and joyful jaunt. ...