by John Freund, CM | Nov 8, 2012 | Daughters of Charity, Vincentian Family
Amanda Kern writes that “one day, in junior year, the idea popped in my head “maybe I’ll become a nun”. The thought terrified me. But every day, walking those slate steps to and from classes, I passed a painted nun with a tender face that told...
by John Freund, CM | Nov 8, 2012 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
Brothers and Sisters, While the national election has passed, certain issues central to our mission are still in play in Congress. That’s why it’s important those programs that serve those living in poverty as well as the working poor must be protected from budget...
by John Freund, CM | Nov 7, 2012 | Vincentian Family
Sisters of Charity of Nazareth write… “We have an Instagram web profile now! Check it out.” http://instagram.com/scnfamily According to Wikipedia… “Instagram is a free photo-sharing program and social network that was launched in October...
by John Freund, CM | Nov 6, 2012 | Vincentian Family
Hailed as the week where ‘we can all do something about poverty’, Anti-Poverty Week 2012 was the subject of national media attention when it was held from October 14 to 20. The St Vincent de Paul Society was proud to join with many Australians  highlighting the...
by John Freund, CM | Nov 5, 2012 | Sisters of Charity, Vincentian Family
A wonderful gift certificate idea from the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth Retreat Center….Give the gift of spiritual refreshment…gift certificates available A place apart, a hermitage provides solitude for prayer and reflection. It is a place where one can...
by John Freund, CM | Nov 4, 2012 | Sisters of Charity, Vincentian Family
Systemic Change efforts not a new reality for the four Canadian branches of the North American Sisters of Charity Federation. Since 2008, the Sisters of Charity Federation Maritime Project has been advocating for women and children with a focus on safe, affordable...