by John Freund, CM | Jan 29, 2012 | Vincentian Family
Under the headline “Catholic sisters collect food to celebrate consecrated life”  a western Pennsylvania newspaper writes ” To prepare for the celebration of World Day for Consecrated Life on Feb. 5, participating sisters will host food drives at...
by John Freund, CM | Jan 28, 2012 | Vincentian Family, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
As members of the Sisters of Charity Federation, the Marthas enjoy NGO (Non-Governmental Organization) status at the United Nations (UN). Through this valuable network and attendance at its meetings, we experience the impact of global concerns on people, and identify...
by John Freund, CM | Jan 27, 2012 | Justice and Peace, Vincentian Family
Nuns shine spotlight on sex trafficking during Super Bowl: Prevention efforts focus on 220 Indy hotels Incidents of human trafficking tend to spike with major sporting events such as the Super Bowl to meet the high demand for commercial sex. Eleven orders of Catholic...
by John Freund, CM | Jan 25, 2012 | Vincentian Family
Have you ever wanted to find out what Vincent said about a topic such as war, hunger, etc.? Or do you remember the substance of a quote but not where it came from? Father Ed Udovic introduces yet another issue by highlighting little known quotes. “There is...
by John Freund, CM | Jan 25, 2012 | Vincentian Family, Vincentian Marian Youth
The Vincentian Marian Youth International secretariat has posted a 3 minute video reflection by Fr. Oscar, CM. “Each year after the celebrations of the Christmas season, the Church invites us to engage in a week of prayer for Christian unity. This year the...
by John Freund, CM | Jan 25, 2012 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, Vincentian Family
The Buffalo News reports on Lillian Nichter’s 103 birthday and  70 years serving as a Lady of Charity. She probably holds the record for longest period of service with the Ladies of Charity not only in Buffalo but also the United States and maybe even the world....