by John Freund, CM | Jun 24, 2012 | Daughters of Charity, Vincentian Family
The Vincentian Encyclopedia is happy to present for the first time in English an account of the Martyrdom of the Daughters of Charity in Valencia Spain 1936. These stories of Sr Josefa Martinez Pérez and 12 companions are truly inspiring. 1 Introduction 2 Sister...
by John Freund, CM | Jun 24, 2012 | Vincentian Family
in a sign of raising consciousness became for a while what is called a “trending hashtag” (#CEOSleepout) demonstating its effect in raising awareness of the problems of homelessness according to the social media site Castleford. “Last night’s...
by John Freund, CM | Jun 24, 2012 | Daughters of Charity, Vincentian Family
The cover of  the latest issue of Caritas proclaims “Embracing Diversity to Improve Patient Care.”  The issue is filled with stories illustrating what’s happening in their Local Health Ministries. There is also news of the “memorandum of...
by John Freund, CM | Jun 24, 2012 | Poverty: Analysis and Responses, Vincentian Family
This video with insights into poverty was proudly produced by our partner Moving Presentations. This inspiring short film shows that there are solutions and paths out of homelessness. The Vinnies in Australia give thanks to Moving Presentations for taking on this...
by John Freund, CM | Jun 23, 2012 | Vincentian Family
Sister Caroljean WIllie, SC (Cinncinati)  gave a presentation to the joint meeting of Federation leaders and Company of Charity Formation Personnel held in New Brunswick June 14-17.  (CCFP is affiliated with the SC Federation.) She then left for Brazil to...
by John Freund, CM | Jun 22, 2012 | Daughters of Charity, Vincentian Family
“Yet I also believe there is a vocation within the vocation of a Daughter of Charity. Serving the poor makes our heart come alive. My own vocation as a Daughter of Charity means that treasure that holds my heart is the poor, yes, but there is another...