coronavirus
That “Other” Virus
I am not aware of anyone writing about the impact of Zooming on the Vincentian Charism. I offer this “Mindwalk” as personal reflections.
Lessons Learned During the Pandemic, #9: Affective and effective solidarity during the COVID-19 pandemic
I had not settled into my new missionary appointment when I was confronted with a series of restrictions, confinement, fear and uncertainty.
What are God’s Plans for the Members of the Vincentian Family during this pandemic?
The world is suffering from a difficult and challenging situation. A pandemic has changed the reality of millions of people across the planet.
Caring for the Homeless in Slovenia during COVID’19 Pandemic
Every evening the members of the Association of St. Vincent de Paul Volunteers, in collaboration with the Sisters of Mary of the Miraculous Medal, are serving meals to at least 95 homeless people.
“He Saw, Was Compassionate, and Cared for Him.”
During this time of the pandemic the question arises: how can we best be neighbor to others?
Ethical Guidelines for Social Media Networks During the Pandemic
These guidelines are valid for all members of the Vincentian Family … and are especially appropriate during the time of this pandemic.
God Becomes Present Through the Solidarity of Many People
In our soup kitchen in Sevilla (Spain) we are living some incredible moments as together with others we are serving some 200 people who come to this place in search of food.
China’s First Saint was a Vincentian, Martyred on a Cross in Wuhan
St. Jean-Gabriel Perboyre, a Vincentian missionary priest from France, was martyred on a cross in Wuhan, the epicenter of today’s coronavirus pandemic.
A Time to Encounter Jesus Present in Scripture
It is a time for us to receive the incarnated Word in the Word that is presented to us in the Scriptures.
St. Vincent de Paul Responded to Situations of Misery Happening Around Him
St. Vincent tried to strike a balance between responding to some urgent need, carefully analyzing the situation, and waiting for signs from Providence.
Medical People – Serving In Encampments and On the Street
One question leads to another! Last week I reflected on what is involved in choosing to go to a shelter in this time of Pandemic. Since then I found myself asking, not whether I would go to shelter, but what would happen if I got sick on the street or in an...
Our Children and COVID-19
According to UNICEF, children may be the hidden victims of COVID-19 as health systems buckle, borders close, and schools and businesses shutter.