by John Freund, CM | Nov 11, 2014 | Pope, Vincentian Family
Vincentian Bishop on the “Francis Effect” – Christina Leslie writes a report in the Trenton Monitor about a presentation by Bishop David O’Connell, CM in Monmouth University Nov. 6 Bishop O’Connell noted the important influence of the former...
by John Freund, CM | Oct 31, 2014 | Pope
Looking back and Pope Francis’ first year: A Q&A with John Allen Saturday, John L. Allen Jr., a prominent Vatican correspondent for the Boston Globe, will discuss Pope Francis’ reign at National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows in Belleville. The talk,...
by John Freund, CM | Sep 9, 2014 | Pope
“Jesus wasn’t a professor, a teacher or a mystic who kept away from people as He spoke from afar. No, he was among the people. He would let people touch Him and ask Him questions. That’s how Jesus is. He is close to the people.” (Watch the video. One...
by John Freund, CM | Sep 4, 2014 | Pope
Once again the Pope leads the way. Imagine young people from around the world – 20 minute video chat with Pope! Rome Reports … “It wasn’t a regular videochat. Pope Francis simultaneously talked to young people from five continents, all...
by John Freund, CM | Aug 24, 2014 | Pope
Vatican Radio writes… The Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace has announced the theme selected by Pope Francis for the upcoming World Day of Peace. The theme, “Slaves no more, but brothers and sisters” will be the title of the Message for the 48th World Day...
by John Freund, CM | Jul 30, 2014 | Pope
Pope Francis emotionally pleads for peace! “Dear Brothers and Sisters, Never resort to war! Never war! Above all, I think of all the children who are robbed of their hope for a better life and a decent future. Killed children, wounded children, mutilated...