St. Louise de Marillac was a pioneer social worker, educator, and advocate. Her projects were implemented according to surprisingly modern standards of care and were the basis for other developments in their respective fields.
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Elizabeth Seton: A Spirituality for Mission
A SlideShare presentation based on an article by Sr. Gertrude Foley, S.C. looks at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton’s “spirituality for mission”… a guide for present-day Vincentians to avoid some of the ways that we block our own effectiveness as servants of God.
From Awed Followers to Courageous Missioners – Getting Practical
On Pentecost, they received the gift of God’s Spirit and they realized they had a mission to accomplish. Pentecost changed them… but not fully. As we have seen in the readings of the Acts of the Apostles they still had a lot to learn about their mission.
Does Your Compassion Lead To Solidarity?
Our vision in faith leads to compassion, a compassion that leads inevitably to real and lasting solidarity.
Why Do I Do What I Do?
MINISTRY AS A CALL – why do I do what I do?
Am I Weak Enough To Be A Vincentian?
Fr. Jim Cormack reflects on seven hallmarks of Vincentian service and raises the question “Am I weak enough to serve?”
When We Go… to the Poor #IamVincent @StJohnsU
When we go to visit the poor we should so identify with them that we share their sufferings. We should have the same attitude as the great apostle who said omnibus omnia factus sum, I make myself all to all, so completely that the words of the prophet would not apply...
Insights into role of religious NGOs at the UN
Sr. Michele Morek provides insights into role of religious NGOs at the UN for understanding the importance of our witness at the UN. Many will be surprised at how well represented the Vincentian Family is at the UN
An examination of conscience for the rest of us
An examination of conscience for the rest of us… Fifteen challenges for the New Year!
What is voluntary service worth per hour?
The most recent figure estimates it at $22.55 according to the Non-Profit Times "Nonprofits that used volunteer services last year got a little more bang for their buck. The value of a volunteer hour stood at $22.55 during 2013, according to a report from...
