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Articles from the Famvin News Archive
Pope’s homily at beatification of john Paul II
by John Freund, CM | May 1, 2011 | Church
"Dear Brothers and Sisters, Six years ago we gathered in this Square to celebrate the funeral of Pope John Paul II. Our grief at his loss was deep, but even greater was our sense of an immense grace which embraced Rome and the whole world: a grace which was in some...
Dynamism of Vincentian Marian Youth in Africa
by John Freund, CM | May 1, 2011 | Vincentian Family, Vincentian Marian Youth
"As long as there are bold and dedicated young people in Africa and on our Continent, hope will always be alive in humanity  and the fire of Christ’s love will become attractive to many young people and lead them to live out this commitment, renouncing privileges in...
Depaul USA expanding to Macon Georgia
by John Freund, CM | Apr 30, 2011 | Daughters of Charity, Vincentian Family
At a March 28, 2011 community meeting, Macon, Georgia residents announced their intention to work with Depaul USA to develop a day/resource center for the homeless. This decision was the culmination of two months of discernment and study of local needs and existing...
Christian Leaders Call for ‘Circle of Protection’ Around Programs for Poor People
by John Freund, CM | Apr 30, 2011 | Justice and Peace
A diverse coalition of Christian leaders, including Catholic bishops, the National Association of Evangelicals, Bread for the World, Salvation Army, Christian Churches Together in the USA, National Council of Churches and other Evangelical and mainline Protestants,...
College of Mt. St. Vincent celebrates 100 years
by John Freund, CM | Apr 30, 2011 | Vincentian Family
The College of Mount Saint Vincent celebrates the 100th anniversary of the charter creating the College of Mount Saint Vincent on Tuesday, April 19, 2011. Â Originally founded as the Academy of Mount Saint Vincent in 1847 by the Sisters of Charity of New York, the...
So, why does Amanda want to be a Daughter of Charity?
by John Freund, CM | Apr 29, 2011 | Daughters of Charity, Vincentian Family
Sr. Denise LaRock recently asked Amanda, a very serious discerner with the Daughters of Charity, for suggestions for topics for her blog. She recommended having our newest members write something about themselves. So, I decided to ask Amanda to write something! ...
Need resources for formation in the Vincentian Charism?
by John Freund, CM | Apr 28, 2011 | Vincentian Family
Or perhaps researching for some other Vincentian-related projects? You might be surprised at the resources this page will display.
Daughters of Charity and the blood of John Paul II
by John Freund, CM | Apr 27, 2011 | Church, Daughters of Charity
Catholic News Service reports that the Daughters of Charity possess a small vial of Pope John Paul II's blood drawn shortly before his death. The Vatican explained that four vials of blood were drawn from Pope John Paul during the final stage of his illness by his...
“l’Espace Jean MORIN” opened at birthplace of Vincent
by John Freund, CM | Apr 27, 2011 | Vincentian Family
On April 11, 2011, a new facility named "l'Espace Jean MORIN", was blessed and opened at The Berceau in southwestern France. The Berceau is the collection of people, ministries and buildings that are located at Ranquine, the birthplace of Vincent de Paul near the...
Renovations for Seton Shrine approved
by John Freund, CM | Apr 27, 2011 | Daughters of Charity, Vincentian Family
EMMITSBURG--The town planning commission unanimously approved a site plan Monday that will allow the Daughters of Charity to renovate their Provincial House. The $26 million project will modernize the 46-year-old building and increase efficiency, according to attorney...