Eager to be part of this Jubilee movement in the Church, I have been discerning: what is mine to do?
social justice
USA Presidential Election and Catholic Social Teaching
When I offered to write this article for VinFam, I did not expect the results we witnessed on November fifth.
What it Means to See Beyond Myself and See Others
As Vincentians, we have each answered a profound call—a vocation that goes beyond mere service or charity.
Vincent, Pope Francis and the Eucharist
“Love is creative even to infinity.” Those words of St. Vincent are frequently quoted to remind us to show love to others.
“Lift Every Voice and Sing”
It was at Mass in 1974 that I first heard the Black National Anthem “Lift Every Voice and Sing” – a poem written by James Weldon Johnson in 1899
55 years On Still Soul Searching
Have you ever wondered how effective our advocacy efforts are? I am not questioning our commitment, but rather the results we are achieving.
An Examen for Racism
Our Vincentian family social justice have been discussing systemic racism in North America over this past year and its effect on the dignity and equality for each person’s human right and desire to live and participate in the common good for all.
There Is Enough
Today I find myself wondering if our faith is sufficient for tackling the hard questions that face us on a daily basis.
Caregiving
No matter how you arrive at the role of caregiver, whether suddenly or gradually, there is a spiritual component to caregiving.
Raising Awareness of the Sin of Racism
In an attempt to raise awareness of the sin of racism, the congregation of the Sisters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul of New York have presented conferences, webinars, and other educational resources.
Black Catholics and Racial Injustice
As North American social justice advocates from various branches of the Vincentian Family we have continually addressed the situation of people disadvantaged by racial injustice.
When Did We See You…
The article and photo are by Sister Susan Smolinsky, a Sister of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul, Halifax. She serves as a county jail chaplain in New York.
