by John Freund, CM | Oct 13, 2012 | Congregation of the Mission, Vincentian Family
Father Aidan Rooney , CM writes, “You did it! – It was a perfect day to celebrate the dedication of the new chapel/formation center thanks to your efforts and kind donations. ” Over one hundred faithful filled the new center to celebrate the...
by John Freund, CM | Oct 13, 2012 | Daughters of Charity, Vincentian Family, Vincentian Lay Missionaries
When most Americans visit Africa, they go to experience the vast wildlife by enjoying an African safari. But for St. John’s University, Jamaica, soccer alumna Raelynne Lee, it was a safari of service that led her to the vast continent across the Atlantic. As part of...
by John Freund, CM | Oct 12, 2012 | Poverty: Analysis and Responses, Vincentian Family
An interview with Michael Perusco is the new CEO of the St Vincent de Paul Society of New South Wales. He believes tax changes are essential to free up more housing.TONY EASTLEY: At the last census 89,728 Australians were classified as homeless. It means that for...
by John Freund, CM | Oct 12, 2012 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, Vincentian Family
The Ladies of Charity website has posted a report and photo gallery of their recent 12th Annual National Assembly 2012 in Bethesda, Maryland. Lucky Van De Gejuchte, Communications Committee, summarizes the major presentations and other highlights. View Photos from...
by John Freund, CM | Oct 11, 2012 | Evangelization, Vincentian Family
FAMVIN begins the journey of this year of faith with a reflection on how Vincent opens the door of faith to us. Explore the following themes with brief reflections drawn from recent studies on Vincent… The Power of the Vincentian Message for Evangelization...
by John Freund, CM | Oct 10, 2012 | Poverty: Analysis and Responses, Vincentian Family
It has been said that a measure of a society is how it cares for those on the margins. The Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina serves as a resource for both the community and public policy makers on issues affecting the poor is one way the Foundation...