by John Freund, CM | Oct 9, 2014 | Evangelization, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
VinFormation  provides hints for “New evangelization” The Shortest Route To Evangelization Is Through Service Superior General Fr. Gregory Gay has dedicated this coming year as the Vincentian Year of New Evangelization. Unsure how you can begin...
by John Freund, CM | Sep 4, 2014 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity
Service to God through Poor Persons: St. Vincent de Paul Thanks to Sr. Carol Schumer, D.C. for providing this month’s reflection for the Ladies of Charity. The prayer service begins… Introduction:“The Confraternity of Charity (original name for Ladies of...
by John Freund, CM | Feb 28, 2014 | Evangelization, Pope
A number of writers have noted a common theme in much of what Pope Francis says and does. The article captures it nicely. “Pope Francis’ constant refrain: ‘Go forth,’ evangelize, help the poor”, Especially for those who walk in the...
by John Freund, CM | Nov 13, 2013 | Uncategorized
Vincentians Urged To Be Culturally Sensitive As They Serve The Poor As reported in UCA News… An Assistant General of the Vincentians has emphasized to Indonesian confreres the importance of understanding the culture of those they serve, as well as their...
by John Freund, CM | Nov 12, 2013 | Formation, Reflections
Direct service of the poor requires serious, consistent self-examination, deep prayer, and willingness to be converted. So writes James Cormack, CM, in a vintage article in the archives Spirituality Today*. Direct service of the poor requires serious, consistent...
