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Sustainable Living and Lessons from the Past
The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth reflect on past sustainable living practices, particularly during the Great Depression, sharing how frugality, resourcefulness, and community support can guide us in addressing today’s ecological challenges.
Pope Francis Released the Final Document of the Synod on Synodality as a Guide for the Church’s Mission
Pope Francis announced that he will not issue a post-synodal exhortation, making the Final Document available to the People of God as a sufficient guide for the pastoral and synodal mission of the Church. This decision highlights the importance of the active participation of local communities and the value of the synodal process lived.
Too Close to Home: One Donor Shares his Story
Mike Devereaux, whose son experienced homelessness and substance abuse, uses his personal struggles to shape his commitment as a monthly donor and volunteer for St. Vincent de Paul Louisville, believing that giving back is crucial to making a difference.
Contemplation: Stop Talking, Start Doing
Pope Francis, in Fratelli Tutti, and Emmanuel Bailly warn against excessive discussion and bureaucracy, emphasizing that true charity lies in action, humility, and avoiding the temptation of seeking praise or publicity for good works. Frédéric Ozanam likewise highlights that holiness and growth are achieved through acts of charity, not elaborate plans or self-congratulatory discussions.
Small Things that Make for the Big Things
Jesus is the one who makes God known. And this God chooses the small things and folks, so that all glory may just be his. He chooses Bethlehem-Ephrathah and Galilee, Nazareth, in concrete. And we read that Bethlehem is too small to be a clan of Judah. Galilee, for...
Blessed Trinity Missionary Institute: History, Charism, and Present-Day Activities
The Missionary Institute of the Most Holy Trinity is an international community dedicated to preserving the faith and evangelizing, especially among those most in need, formed by consecrated lay people living in the secular world. Its mission combines spirituality, service to the marginalized and the formation of lay people as apostles, adapting to diverse cultural and social contexts.
Clothed in the Spirit of Jesus: A Vincentian Call to Synodality and Service
The Vincentian mission of being “clothed in the spirit of Jesus, the evangelizer of the poor” highlights solidarity with the marginalized as central to the Kingdom of God. Inspired by Saint Oscar Romero, it advocates prioritizing the poor over worldly powers and underscores the importance of a synodal Church driven by communion, participation, and mission to foster transformative action and mercy.
Firewood for the Soul: Journey to Holiness
A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.
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Ukraine’s Gig Economy Workers are now Delivering Food for Depaul International
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