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“Gradualism” in real life – From atheist to nun
by John Freund, CM | Oct 15, 2014 | Uncategorized
Deacon Greg Kandra blogs the story The “gradual” homecoming of Sister Theresa, an atheist who became a nun. She is exemplifies the principle of gradualism that the bishops are speaking about at the Synod. He writes... Those who have been following the Synod in Rome...
Sisters of Charity Seton Hill show nuances of research
by John Freund, CM | Oct 15, 2014 | Church, Daughters of Charity, Sisters of Charity
Are sisters growing or declining? There is a great need for nuances according to a new CARA report. Individual communities show varied, nuanced trends.
Superior General visits Baltimore LCUSA, Assembly photos online
by John Freund, CM | Oct 15, 2014 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, Vincentian Family
Fr. Gregory Gay Visits Ladies of Charity in Baltimore; Photos from LCUSA 2014 National Assembly Now Posted
Clarifying Church teaching once and for all?
by Ross Reyes Dizon | Oct 14, 2014 | Formation, Reflections, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
Twenty Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time (A), October 19, 2014 – Is 45, 1. 4-6; 1 Thes 1, 1-5b; Mt 22, 15-21 Not in word alone, but also in power and in the Holy Spirit (1 Thes 1, 5) God speaks to us. But do we really understand him? Who guarantees us the truth? He speaks...
Pope canonizes a “working mom”, missionary
by John Freund, CM | Oct 14, 2014 | Vincentian Family
Wikipedia tells the story of St.Marie of the Incarnation – a story that echoes both Louise de Marillac and Elizabeth Seton.
Vincentian approach Evangelization
by John Freund, CM | Oct 14, 2014 | Evangelization, Vincentian Family
“It was clear to Vincent de Paul (just as it is clear to us) that it is useless to tell people that they are children of God and that Christ died for them if those people are dying of hunger, if society continues to heap scorn upon them, and if dogs are treated better than people who are poor. Again, we must understand that the process of evangelization demands action as well as words.”
Guardian Angels – Am I a Good Servant? – True Relationships – Filling the Void
by Lynn L'Heureux | Oct 13, 2014 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Guardian Angels – Am I a Good Servant? – True Relationships – Filling the Void. Dear Vincentian Family: God is a lover who hungers to be loved in return.
Wealthy giving less as middle class gives more
by John Freund, CM | Oct 13, 2014 | Poverty: Analysis and Responses
Who knew that the wealthy are giving less as the middle class gives more. Using IRS data for an article As Wealthy Give Smaller Share of Income to Charity, Middle Class Digs Deeper Alex Daniels presents some surprising insights on Philanthropy.com.
National SVDP President visits “Mini Vinnies”
by John Freund, CM | Oct 13, 2014 | Vincentian Family
Sheila Gilbert visited the Mini Vinnies group at Sacred Heart School in Mt. Holly, NJ. She asked the 40 members of the Sacred Heart Conference “What does belonging to the Mini Vinnies mean to you?”
SVDP Among Catholic Digest top five charities
by John Freund, CM | Oct 12, 2014 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
SVDP Recognized as Top Five Charities ( Actually the first of the top five!)