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Articles from the Famvin News Archive
Superior General challenges “Vincentians in Partnership” Assembly
by John Freund, CM | Oct 25, 2011 | Vincentian Family
Fr Gregory Gay offered a two-fold challenge to the annual meeting of Vincentians in Partnership: “First, give yourselves over to this modern day parable called Vincentians in Partnership. While you form various groups and communities, you are part of a wonderful,...
St. Louise as Formator
by John Freund, CM | Oct 25, 2011 | Daughters of Charity, International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, Vincentian Family
"Saint Louise has been presented to us as a committed woman, a woman of the Church, a spiritual woman, a theologian, etc. We cannot forget, however, that all during her life as a Daughter of Charity she was a formator. She was most passionate about this task and also...
Vatican proposes a “Global Public Authority” to stabilize economy
by John Freund, CM | Oct 25, 2011 | Justice and Peace
According to RomeReports TV In light of the economic crisis, the Vatican released a proposal to tackle the world's financial market. The document titled, “Reforming the International Financial System” was presented at the Vatican Press Office. The document says the...
Vincentian Leadership of North America approve Mission Statement
by John Freund, CM | Oct 24, 2011 | Vincentian Family
The final day of Building Bridges Out of Poverty began with a presentation of the Mission Statement approved by the 18 leaders of various branches of the Vincentian Family who attended a meeting prior to the gathering to the 150 members of the Vincentian Family....
Daughter of Charity is declared Honorary Citizen in Brazil
by John Freund, CM | Oct 24, 2011 | Daughters of Charity, Vincentian Family
Sister Terezinha Tortelli, Daughter of Charity of the Province of Curitiba (south of Brazil) and national Coordinator of Ministry to the Elderly was awarded the Title of Honorary Citizen of Maceió. She dedicated the honor to all community leaders who each month visit...
Building Bridges Our Of Poverty – Day 2
by John Freund, CM | Oct 23, 2011 | Vincentian Family
Participants were treated to the renowned Carey Landry capping off the second day of the gathering as he led the music for the the liturgy of Sunday. Fr. Thomas McKenna, CM presided and reflected on how the Vincentian Family was being called to "sound forth" God's...
Vincentian University Collaboration developing future leaders
by John Freund, CM | Oct 23, 2011 | Vincentian Family
Vincentian Universities collaborate in preparing future generations of leaders in Vincentian higher education. “If we look at the statistics, we just won’t have the Congregation of the Mission in place as presidents forever. As leaders within their institutions, we...
Building Bridges Out of Poverty – Day 1
by John Freund, CM | Oct 22, 2011 | Vincentian Family
Approximately 150 members of the Vincentian Family from the United States and Canada have gathered for three days of exploring the theme of Building Bridges Out of Poverty. Jodi Pfarr wrapped a wealth of insight with large doses of humor that had participants looking...
Vincentian Youth win state award in Alaska
by John Freund, CM | Oct 22, 2011 | Vincentian Family
The Vincentian Marian Youth group of St. Anthony Catholic church in Anchorage, Alaska has won the Outstanding Youth Group in Philanthropy Award for the state of Alaska. The group won this award based on their demonstration of exceptional achievement in...
Catholic Theological Union and DePaul University collaboration
by John Freund, CM | Oct 21, 2011 | Vincentian Family
Catholic Theological Union and DePaul University have announced an alliance that will strengthen two already good Catholic Institutions, without detriment to either and to the benefit of students at staff at both institutions. For more information on this alliance,...