by John Freund, CM | May 17, 2014 | Justice and Peace
Cathlolics Confront Global Poverty writes… “In a powerful witness of solidarity, Pope Francis celebrated mass last July on the island of Lampedusa off the coast of Italy, a port of entry for many migrants escaping hardship in the Middle East and Africa. In...
by John Freund, CM | Nov 1, 2013 | Justice and Peace, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
The 2013 Farm Bill Needs Your Involvement Take Action! Our Goal: A Just and Fair Farm Bill Sheila Gilbert, National President of the Society of dePaul USA writes, Dear Vincentians, As Congress begins to debate the 2013 Farm Bill, the National Council of the U.S....
by John Freund, CM | Sep 11, 2013 | Church
The United States Bishops  challenge allegations against Catholic Relief Services. They write… Sadly, in recent weeks some groups have raised questions about this extraordinary witness to the Gospel of life. They have raised allegations about CRS’ adherence to...
by John Freund, CM | Jun 4, 2013 | Justice and Peace, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
The Farm Bill Is Coming Up for a Vote and major Catholic groups urge action Sheila Gilbert, President of the St. VIncent dePaul Society USA writes… Those We Serve Need Your Involvement NOW Take Action! Dear Vincentians and Supporters of the Society of St....
by John Freund, CM | Jan 12, 2013 | Justice and Peace
With more than 12 million trafficked and enslaved people worldwide, the problem is enormous. But you can help. Let’s abolish slavery forever. The site is part of the Catholic Relief Services campaign to free modern day slaves. THis is a cause that would have...