by John Freund, CM | Oct 6, 2008 | Collaboration, Justice and Peace, Poverty: Analysis and Responses, Vincentian Family
Fr. Dennis Holtschneider, CM, challenged to Society to develop it’s Voice of the poor initiative in his keynote address to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. He further pledged to commit resources to help in the development of such initiatives. “I’m...
by John Freund, CM | Oct 1, 2008 | Justice and Peace, Poverty: Analysis and Responses, Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul has released a DVD and Guide “Voice of the Poor Guide” They also now have a Supply Catalog and Order Form on-line at “SHOP†on the left top of the Home Page. You may send orders in by email, fax or regular mail....
by John Freund, CM | Sep 29, 2008 | Church, Evangelization, Poverty: Analysis and Responses, Vincentian Family
In his Angelus address on Sept. 28 Benedict said “I express appreciation for the “Making Me Study is Good for Everyone†campaign of the St. Vincent de Paul Society. In the spirit of St. Vincent, whom we celebrated in yesterday’s liturgy, this initiative is...
by John Freund, CM | Sep 26, 2008 | Formation, Poverty: Analysis and Responses
Thought impossible only a few years ago, the end of malaria is a cause that world leaders enthusiastically embraced at a UN conference to discuss new prevention methods and eradication opportunities. Private donors pledged an unprecedented $3 billion to virtually end...
by John Freund, CM | Sep 24, 2008 | Poverty: Analysis and Responses, Vincentian Family
Those old items found in Thrift Shops are being repackaged as “chic” in an annual retro-clothing, accessories and furniture sale in an Australian SVDP Thrift Shop. The store has been collecting material for more than three months for the sale. Proceeds go...
