by John Freund, CM | Jun 1, 2011 | Daughters of Charity, Vincentian Family
This month the Company of the Daughters of Charity celebrates the beatification Sister Marguerite Rutan on June 19. There is both a short video and article about her on their international website.
by John Freund, CM | Jun 1, 2011 | Vincentian Family
The Ethiopia Connection “I met the man of my dreams while doing the things I love. Now we get to do them together” So writes Christine Jones in her Servants Song blog from Ethiopia. The blog is a reflection on service, the charism of St. Vincent de Paul,...
by John Freund, CM | May 31, 2011 | Vincentian Family
The Tablet reports (Latest News, May 27), that the St Vincent de Paul Society would not be willing to be part of a new charitable work grouping proposed by the bishops of England and Wales. The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, which has 10,000 volunteers in...
by John Freund, CM | May 31, 2011 | Poverty: Analysis and Responses, Vincentian Family
Sir Richard Branson backs head of Virgin Australia in Vinnies CEO Sleepout. He has called for innovative solutions and a community based approach to solving the issue of homelessness. Sir Richard’s call comes as he throws his support behind Virgin Australia CEO, John...
by John Freund, CM | May 31, 2011 | Vincentian Family
The was designed in 2000 by José Juan Pérez Ramos, a volunteer from the first group that worked at the Secretariat. This logo was used internationally for the first time during the General Assembly of 2000. It is inspired by the back of the Miraculous Medal which,...