November 25th of each year is the “International Day for the Elimination of Violence to Women.” This day also marks the beginning of a 16-day journey to promote awareness of violence and ends on December 10th with “International Human Rights Day.”
Ladies of Charity
Louise de Marillac: Animator of the Confraternities of Charity
by Famvin Media Resources | April 19, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments
In May 1629, Vincent de Paul made a request of Louise de Marillac. Would she accept going to Montmirail to visit the Confraternities of Charity established in that town and the neighboring villages?
Madagascar Twinning Project
by Marie Copeland, Ladies of Charity | February 8, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
Since 2003, the Ladies of Charity have been committed to helping the people of Madagascar through the Twinning Project.
Ladies of Charity Distribute Food to the Street Dwellers of Quezon City
by .famvin | May 30, 2023 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity | 0 Comments
The Ladies of Charity of Santuario de San Vicente de Paúl Parish & Shrine of the Poor distributed food packs to the street dwellers in Quezon City, April 15, 2023.
Ladies of Charity USA President’s Message for Start of New Term in 2023
by Holly Walter | February 11, 2023 | Formation, International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity | 0 Comments
We are all back together again after a difficult few years to continue our work to help the poor and marginalized of our communities and nation and to meet with each other to share ideas and resources in that effort.
Reflections On The First Rule of the AIC (1617)
by Famvin Media Resources | Aug 19, 2022 | Formation, International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity
In the Rule of August 1617 Vincent is very practical and we see that everything is developed from the perspective of Providence.
Ladies of Charity Advocacy: On Gun Safety Legislation
by .famvin | Jun 18, 2022 | Formation
Recent events have shocked and horrified our nation once again. In Buffalo New York, ten mostly senior African...
Ladies of Charity Advocacy: Climate Justice
by .famvin | Apr 24, 2021 | Formation
Please urge the President and your Members of Congress to commit the United States to bold, courageous climate action to protect the Earth.
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Ladies of Charity Hosts Community Harvest Dinner
by .famvin | Jan 4, 2021 | News
Ladies of Charity in Washington DC served approximately 2,500 dinners to the community.
Ladies of Charity Caregiving Announces New Kansas City Site
by .famvin | Nov 28, 2020 | News
LOCC is happy to announce that we will be expanding to Kansas City and expect to begin operations there by spring 2021.
Ladies of Charity Advocacy: Election 2020, Climate Justice
by .famvin | Oct 3, 2020 | Formation
The Faith Climate Justice Campaign is focused on engaging and mobilizing faith voters in 2020 to communicate their values of caring for Creation and loving our neighbors through voting.
What did St. Vincent do for the Homeless?
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Sep 17, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
The homeless ranked high on Vincent’s agenda. A careful analysis of his life, writings, and conferences produces a very concrete picture of his works on their behalf.
Ladies of Charity Advocacy: Election 2020, The Mechanics of Voting – Be Sure Your Vote Is Cast and Counted
by Holly Walter | Sep 12, 2020 | Formation
Since this is a Presidential year, your vote is even more important. What are some options we have for voting?
Ladies of Charity Advocacy: Election 2020, Resources from uscatholic.org
by .famvin | Sep 5, 2020 | Formation
Ladies of Charity USA Advocacy Committee shares two more resources for your consideration.
Vincent de Paul’s Pastoral Strategy In the 21st Century?
by John Freund, CM | Aug 21, 2020 | Formation
On the anniversary of the establishment of the Confraternities of Charity, I am struck by a still under the radar phenomenon springing up among Vincentian laity in various professions.
Ladies of Charity Advocacy: Election 2020
by .famvin | Aug 15, 2020 | Formation
With a crucial election this year, the Ladies of Charity USA Advocacy Committee is focusing on aspects of preparing ourselves to vote.