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Articles from the Famvin News Archive
John Paul II – Champion of the Poor
"For three decades, a central theme of his (John Paul II) papal leadership was that the moral measure of our lives, nation and world is how we treat the poor and weak, the vulnerable and the voiceless." Thus concludes an artcle on the website of the US Conference of...
Daughters of Charity awarded “Extraordinary Medal of Education”
In recognition of over 200 years of educational presence in Aragon the Government of Aragon, Spain has awarded the Extraordinary Medal of Education to the Company of the Daughters of Charity of Saint Vincent de Paul. Sister Maria Soledad, Visitatrice of the Province...
Vincentian Family Retreat Offerings
Summer is fast approaching. For many it is a time for a change of pace…an opportunity for some reflective time. Are you noticing an inner invitation to set some time for your own retreat? Here are some Vincentian oriented opportunities. The Sisters of Charity of...
Bishops Highlight Protecting the Poor, Fiscal Responsibility as Moral Criteria of Budget Debate
WASHINGTON (April 13, 2011)—The federal budget should protect human life and dignity, make the poor a top priority and promote the common good of all during tough economic times, said the U.S. bishops who oversee foreign and domestic policy on behalf of the United...
Webcast – Beatification of John Paul II
On 1 May 2011, John Paul II will be beatified in Rome! John Paul II served as Pope from 1978 until his death in 2005. He visited more nations and gave audiences to more pilgrims than any previous Pope, and will forever be remembered for his courageous efforts to build...
Fr. Greg Gay: An Interview from Bolivia
Fr. Gregory Gay, C.M., Superior General of the Congregation of the Mission and the Daughters of Charity, is just finishing a week-long visit to the Vincentian Family in Bolivia. He spent time with Vincentian family members from rural Mocomoco and Italaque to...
Joni Mitchell – Both Sides Now
A moving YouTube presentation based on the Joni Mitchell hit "Both Sides Now" I've looked at love from both sides now From give and take, and still somehow It's love's illusions I recall I really don't know love at all
Birth of Seton Heritage Ministries
The National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton is about to embark on a new venture – Seton Heritage Ministries - that will lead to both exciting and challenging times. Seton Heritage Ministries and Shrine is transitioning to a self-sufficient growing international...
Will we follow? (as seen in new media)
Throughout the course of his public ministry, Jesus knew both the adoration and desertion of the crowds. Today, just as 2,000 years ago, the gospel asks a question that demands an answer: Will we follow? This video illustrates this truth through the dynamic lens of a...
Doodling for Zafen???
Calling all Vincentian artists and wannabes! How about doodling for Zafen. www.good.is sponsoring a doodle contest. "Doodle Something Good in the World." If you think Zafen is doing something good in the world and like to doodle, try your hand! the OBJECTIVE Create a...
