by John Freund, CM | Dec 28, 2012 | Justice and Peace
In his 2013 Message for the World Day of Peace (January 1), Pope Benedict XVI reminds us at that we all have a role to play in building peace in our communities and world. His 2013 Message focuses on human dignity, rights and responsibilities, as well as the fiftieth...
by John Freund, CM | Dec 27, 2012 | Vincentian Family
“How St. Elizabeth Seton Opens the Door of Faith for Us” represents VinFormation’s January offering for its Year of Faith in Vincentian Perspectives series. The Year of Faith and the Life of St. Elizabeth The Church and St. Elizabeth Quotes...
by John Freund, CM | Dec 23, 2012 | Uncategorized
Today more than ever we need to find our God in unexpected places and unexpected people. May this year’s biggest blessing be learning to see the Christ in ourselves and one another with the shepherds’ eyes of faith! Have a blessed...
by John Freund, CM | Dec 22, 2012 | Vincentian Family
We are accustomed to view Saint Vincent from the perspective of his relationship with the poor. In doing so we run the risk of narrowing our vision in such a way that we simply consider him as a great philanthropist or a compassionate humanitarian. Why was Vincent so...
by John Freund, CM | Dec 19, 2012 | Justice and Peace
Protect Those Living in Poverty from the “Fiscal Cliff”. There are many powerful lobbies in Washington. But who is lobbying for the “least of my brothers and sisters”? Sheila Gilbert, President of the National Council of the SVDP USA, writes.....
