Our national social justice committee formed a sub committee titled the Indigenous Sharing Circle. (ISC).

by Jim Paddon | September 7, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
As we approach the end of summer here in Canada, for myself and many others, we have had a summer of relaxation and an opportunity to enjoy time with family and exploring new and exciting parts of our vast nation.
by Jim Paddon | June 1, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 2 Comments
When us older (and hopefully wiser) Vincentians look back on what this world has achieved in our lifetimes it is truly amazing.
by Jim Paddon | May 4, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Another spring is upon us with all of its hopes for renewal, whether in our faiths, nature, sports, politics, or family.
by Jim Paddon | April 13, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
The on-going struggle to introduce and promote social justice within the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul in Canada is one that continues to challenge us in many ways.
by Jim Paddon | Apr 7, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Our national social justice committee formed a sub committee titled the Indigenous Sharing Circle. (ISC).
by Jim Paddon | Mar 3, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
You must look at yourself and any conscious or unconscious biases you may have. You must speak out when you hear others act or comment about someone.
by Jim Paddon | Feb 3, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
While we pride ourselves as Vincentians, on our efforts of charity and justice, how often do we really hear what those we serve are telling us?
by Jim Paddon | Nov 5, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
When I hear or read the lyrics to this song I recall the words of Frederic Ozanam in Paris of the 1830’s when he warned us about the growing gap between those with so much and those with so little.
by Jim Paddon | Oct 22, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
I’m sure many of us have heard of the great Sioux warrior, Crazy Horse who took part in the infamous Battle of the Little Big Horn in 1876 where Gen. Custer was defeated and killed. I’d like to tell you more about Crazy Horse.
by Jim Paddon | Oct 8, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Let us join in a diversity alliance that is inclusive of all racialized persons and fulfills what God has given us all.
by Jim Paddon | Sep 24, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Let us look at the issues of division through the eyes of those most affected and seek their support in addressing how to overcome past injustices.
by Jim Paddon | Sep 10, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
We in Canada must also face reality that we must come to terms with the issue of racism.
by Jim Paddon | Aug 13, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
I recently posed the following questions to our social justice network within the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul (SSVP), Canada.
by Jim Paddon | Jul 23, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Poverty and racism have always been intertwined. If we do not include address both, it will be difficult to realize any positive results that may finally lead to Justice For All.
by Jim Paddon | Jun 18, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
The recent murder of George Floyd has resulted in a nationwide and even worldwide response to racial prejudice.
by Jim Paddon | Jan 23, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Let 2020 be the start of a new decade and one in which we renew our commitment to being Vincentians. Let us remember why we are Vincentians.