by John Freund, CM | Apr 25, 2007 | Church, Poverty: Analysis and Responses
Fails to Take Families Into Account, They Say WASHINGTON, D.C., APRIL 24, 2007 (Zenit.org).- U.S. bishops have warned lawmakers that President George Bush’s recent proposals for immigration reform would be “a step in the wrong direction.” Bishop...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 24, 2007 | Poverty: Analysis and Responses, Vincentian Family
SUMMARY: This paper describes the development of a federation of scavengers who live close to a major solid waste dumpin Quezon City, and the role of the Vincentian Missionaries Foundation and other NGOs that have supported it. A long-term environmental development...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 24, 2007 | Poverty: Analysis and Responses, Vincentian Family
Buried at the end of a story about the Madison Wisconsin thrift store operations we learn that eBay can be used as a source of revenue for the surprising things that turn up in collection boxes. “At St. Vincent de Paul, Bradish uses the Internet and reference...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 22, 2007 | Justice and Peace, Poverty: Analysis and Responses
In keeping with Sisters of Charity’s tradition of ministering to immigrants, the congregation’s Office of Peace Justice and Integrity of Creation hosted a special study program on the topic on March 24 at their Delhi Township (Cinncinati, Ohio)...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 20, 2007 | Justice and Peace, Poverty: Analysis and Responses
Apr. 18, 2007 12:00 AM Arizona’s working poor all too often turn to payday loans for emergency cash and end up trapped in the cycle of debt. Members of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul have been among those speaking out for meaningful consumer protection for...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 18, 2007 | Poverty: Analysis and Responses
“Love of the poor is a special mark of discipleship, but deeply committed people will have different ways of showing their love. Some work in kitchens or overnight shelters. Others may work for living-wage laws, help unionize low-wage workers or promote fair...
