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An Urgent Crisis Requiring Global Unity
Every year, climate discussions at the UN grow more urgent as temperatures rise, extreme weather worsens, and vulnerable communities suffer disproportionately.
Taking Care of Elderly People and Indigenous Families in Taiwan
Founded in 2003 to support vulnerable women in the city of Taitung, AIC Taiwan has since spread its activities in the south-east of the country, to Donghe and Haiduan Townships and the Changbin Area.
Project 99: A Sister’s Mission to Uplift Migrant Workers in Kerala, India
In Kerala, India, Sister Gracy Thombrakudyil leads “Project 99,” an initiative providing legal, medical, and social support to vulnerable migrant workers while advocating for their rights and dignity. Guided by Pope Francis’s message on respecting human dignity, the project aims to empower migrants and educate locals about their issues, fostering a more inclusive community.
Five Faces of Mary
Father Robert Maloney, C.M. writes: “I offer these five Marian faces as a way of reflecting on the rich, varied tradition surrounding the Virgin Mary.”
I Feel Most Loved When…
I feel most loved when…Have you ever tried to answer that question for yourself? It’s a great question that can reveal things that have been hidden in your consciousness.
Look for and Understand Jesus Christ
The Word, who is God, has become flesh and has dwelt among us. Hence, for us to want to meet him means we must look for him among us.
Partnering For the Gospel
A homily preached to a group of retired Vincentians gathered for daily Eucharist in their Philadelphia Infirmary.
Who Knew a “manger” Could Speak?
“What then does the manger tell us? It tells us three things, at least: closeness, poverty and concreteness.“
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DePaul Launches Ukraine Winter Appeal as Perilous Temperatures Await
Ukraine faces a perilous winter without urgent funds, says international homelessness charity.
SSVP and Depaul are together, in close collaboration, in an effective humanitarian action in Ukraine
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Six Months of Ukraine War Brings Exhaustion, Trauma and Fear
6 months on from the invasion of Ukraine on Wednesday 24th August, aid agency Depaul Ukraine is calling for urgent funds as thousands face exhaustion, trauma and fear at the bitter winter which lies just a few short weeks away.
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