by John Freund, CM | Apr 12, 2014 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, Vincentian Family
The Ladies of Charity website draws our attention to this YouTube produced by the Junior Ladies from St. Jerome, Archdiocese of Washington, D.C. produced this YouTube...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 9, 2014 | Formation
The somber realization that the crucifixion of innocent humans happens on a daily basis is sobering. We are approaching a week that encompasses our salvation history, including the hope of the eucharistic banquet, the healing of the crucifixion (by his wounds we are...
by John Freund, CM | Mar 19, 2014 | Vincentian Family
Before Pinterest, Flickr, Instagram, etc. there were … Holy cards. “Those of a certain age” remember well these religious images of our youth. In the age of photo sharing it seems that old practice is ripe for revival. In this digital age...
by John Freund, CM | Mar 17, 2014 | Poverty: Analysis and Responses
What if you are a smartphone owner who needs food stamps? Or you want to access a “daily deal” that offers free museum admissions to low-income New York City families? While there are no apps for that, increasingly there’s a demand for smartphone software that serves...
by John Freund, CM | Mar 12, 2014 | Formation
Digital artist Sr. Ellen LaCapria, D.C. offers a visual aid to enter into contemplation about those excluded and trapped in cycles of poverty. This image arose from her reflection on Pope Francis’ Gospel of Joy. This is the second installment of her weekly...