by John Freund, CM | Apr 17, 2011 | Justice and Peace
“For three decades, a central theme of his (John Paul II) papal leadership was that the moral measure of our lives, nation and world is how we treat the poor and weak, the vulnerable and the voiceless.” Thus concludes an artcle on the website of the US...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 16, 2011 | Daughters of Charity, Vincentian Family
In recognition of over 200 years of educational presence in Aragon the Government of Aragon, Spain has awarded the Extraordinary Medal of Education to the Company of the Daughters of Charity of Saint Vincent de Paul. Sister Maria Soledad, Visitatrice of the Province...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 16, 2011 | Vincentian Family
Summer is fast approaching. For many it is a time for a change of pace…an opportunity for some reflective time. Are you noticing an inner invitation to set some time for your own retreat? Here are some Vincentian oriented opportunities. The Sisters of Charity of...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 15, 2011 | Church
WASHINGTON (April 13, 2011)—The federal budget should protect human life and dignity, make the poor a top priority and promote the common good of all during tough economic times, said the U.S. bishops who oversee foreign and domestic policy on behalf of the United...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 15, 2011 | Church
On 1 May 2011, John Paul II will be beatified in Rome! John Paul II served as Pope from 1978 until his death in 2005. He visited more nations and gave audiences to more pilgrims than any previous Pope, and will forever be remembered for his courageous efforts to build...