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.....
by John Freund, CM | Nov 8, 2012 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
Brothers and Sisters, While the national election has passed, certain issues central to our mission are still in play in Congress. That’s why it’s important those programs that serve those living in poverty as well as the working poor must be protected from budget... by John Freund, CM | May 24, 2012 | Vincentian Family
Sheila Gilbert, National President, writes, “Today I received a copy of the Society’s new “VincentianGuide to Diversity/Multicultural Issues.” The Guide will be officially released at the Mid-Year Meeting. Every day we work closely with peoples of other... by John Freund, CM | Apr 25, 2012 | Vincentian Family
Tell Your Senators to Support the Farm Bill… Every five years, the U.S. Congress decides how our federal government will help feed hungry people here at home and overseas, support growth in U.S. rural communities, assist farmers, and promote environmental... by John Freund, CM | Mar 30, 2012 | Vincentian Family
The March 30th online edition of NCR writes…”Sheila Gilbert, president of the National Council of the United States Society of St. Vincent de Paul, lays out her vision for ending poverty in a short video statement. While her message is addressed to the...