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Song for People in Wheelchairs by Michelle Martone
The Ladies of Charity share this YouTube video of “Song for People in Wheelchairs”. The song was written by Michelle Martone, daughter of 2014 LCUSA National Assembly presenter Marilyn Martone.
“Francis, rebuild my Church”
Dedication of the Lateran Basilica, November 9, 2014 – Ez 47, 1-2. 8-9. 12; 1 Cor 3, 9c-11. 16-17; Jn 2, 13-22 Do you not know that you are the temple of God? (1 Cor 3, 16) Christ loves the Church, handing himself over for her. He cleanses her with the bath of water...
First International Miraculous Medal Assembly underway
“Today we started the 1st International Miraculous Medal Assembly. We have 31 countries represented who have the Association Present in their country from all the continents. “
From CCD classes to 49 years a Sister
Sr. Johanna Quinto tells her story of the journey from CCD classes over 50 years ago to 49 years as a Sister of Charity of New Jersey
Vincent and Thich Nhat Hanh: Mindfulness for Managers
Vincent and Thich Nhat Hanh: Mindfulness for Managers Is there a connection between the teachings of the Catholic Saint of the 17th Century, Vincent de Paul, and the ancient practice of mindfulness meditation espoused by Zen Buddhism?
Fire of Love – Pilgrims on Earth – Open Wide the Doors to Christ – Vincentian Servanthood
Fire of Love – Pilgrims on Earth – Open Wide the Doors to Christ – Vincentian Servanthood
Vocation stories of 2 Superiors General
The week of November 2-8 is Vocation Awareness Week in the USA. We are privileged to be able to celebrate this week with video interviews of two former Superiors General, Gregory Gay and Robert Maloney sharing their vocation stories.
Daughters of Charity and Vocation Awareness
As the first installment of post showing what the Vincentian Family is doing to foster Vocation Awareness enjoy this one minute video from Sr. Liz. ( Stay tuned for more from other branches.)
Vocation Awareness Week addresses one kind of shortage
Vocation Awareness Week addresses a shortage of one particular kind of vocation. Everyone has a vocation. St. Paul puts it beautifully with his image of the Body of Christ and the many vocations within the kingdom of God. However, there is a real shortage of vocations to the priesthood, diaconate and consecrated life .
Models of being holy – For all the saints
Models of being holy – For all the saints – We all have a vocation to holiness. With all the variations of “takes this test to find out who you are….” Father Robert Maloney CM offer a serious invitation to identify which style of holiness fits you.