by John Freund, CM | Dec 28, 2009 | Uncategorized
Julio Suescun, CM, director of the Spanish famvin site, offers reflections on the feast of the Holy Family. LECTIO DIVINA — THE HOLY FAMILY Jesus was educated, grew up and matured in the shelter of a human family, but this did not limit his affective bonds....
by John Freund, CM | Dec 27, 2009 | Justice and Peace, Systemic change, Vincentian Family
GLOBE, a student-managed academic program at St. John’s University, provides loans to entrepreneurs in the developing world. Through GLOBE, students are educated about the world of microfinance while helping the poorest of the poor help themselves and their families...
by John Freund, CM | Dec 26, 2009 | News
Prince William along with French First Lady Carla Bruni-Sarkozy have drawn attention to the homeless. The prince took a sleeping bag out into the streets of London and slept near some garbage cans last week in below freezing weather. Afterward he made breakfast and...
by John Freund, CM | Dec 26, 2009 | Church
During this time of a global economic crisis, Benedict XVI is calling for more solidarity. “In our times, characterized by a considerable economic crisis, may Christmas be a time for a greater solidarity among families and communities.
by John Freund, CM | Dec 25, 2009 | Poverty: Analysis and Responses
Some practical suggestion on how and what to give the homeless. E.g 1) Give warmth, 2) Give protection, 3), 4) Give joy and 5) Give understanding. Visit this San Francisco Chronicle article by an internist physician for some very practical insights and...
