by Beth | Nov 27, 2002 | Formation
Here are some selections on gratitude from our Vincentian heritage…. Abelly, one of Vincent’s early biographers wrote, “He used to say that nothing was so efficacious in winning the heart of God as a spirit of gratitude for his gifts and blessings.... by Beth | Nov 26, 2002 | Vincentian Family
The SSVDP in Brazil is taking its meetings to where the poor are. They will build a new “conference” around their newly purchased “Ozanammobile.” The Ozanamobile will be a vehicle for meeting people who don’t have a domicile. The... by Beth | Nov 26, 2002 | Formation
With apologies to Sr. Gwen Tamlyn DC I have finally posted her very practical reflections for use at SSVDP Meetings.Part of the delay was not having access to the proper software to convert her printed material to text. The current material is a short-cut which leaves... by Beth | Nov 24, 2002 | Poverty: Analysis and Responses
In the category of “creative unto infinity ideas – Sr. Simone Campbell, SSS has found a way to combine advocacy, prayer and retired sisters. In essence she has gotten together a group of retired sisters who each adopt a legislator. The legislator is... by Beth | Nov 24, 2002 | Uncategorized
For a brief and authoritative review of the Origins of the Daughters of Charity visit their English language international site at http://filles-de-la-charite.org/history/origin-of-the-company