by John Freund, CM | Jun 11, 2011 | Daughters of Charity, Vincentian Family
For an overview of recent their activities visit the Daughters UN-NGO page. Of particular note is a post about their “Interventions” at official meetings of the UN SInce January, 2011.
by John Freund, CM | Jun 10, 2011 | Vincentian Family
Dana Hinton sits down with Sisters of Charity of Nazareth vocation director, Nancy Gerth, SCN, to talk about feelings of being called to grow in a relationship with God as a woman religious, prayer as an important part of life, and other aspects of vocation today. To...
by John Freund, CM | Jun 8, 2011 | Vincentian Family
Louise was profoundly affected by her Light of Pentecost experience. At this time of year the Vincentian Encyclopedia would like to draw attention to some newly translated material about Louise that provides insights that may be a surprise to some. The faith of Saint...
by John Freund, CM | Jun 7, 2011 | Vincentian Family
The St Vincent de Paul Society National Council of Australia has urged the Australian Government to stop punishing asylum seekers. “We appreciate that the Australian Government has a responsibility to protect our borders,” said Chief Executive, Dr John Falzon. “But...
by John Freund, CM | Jun 7, 2011 | Vincentian Family
Have you ever heard some one express that sentiment? Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for people to think that someone is homeless simply because they won’t work or seek employment. The fact is that many homeless people have employment–even full-time...
by John Freund, CM | Jun 5, 2011 | Vincentian Family
“You don’t create a smart and confident Australia by taking to people with the stick” St Vincent de Paul Society National Council CEO, Dr John Falzon, responded to the 2011 Federal Budget with the following statement: “A harsher welfare compliance regime and the...
