by John Freund, CM | Jun 29, 2013 | Daughters of Charity, Vincentian Family
According to the local paper “Tourists are flocking en masse to the home of the peace-filled Daughters of Charity property in Emmitsburg, just as the U.S. Army did in 1863.” The story continues… The new Charity Afire museum opened Friday at the...
by John Freund, CM | Jan 16, 2013 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Vincentian Family
A technological update on the practice of lighting candles. – The Central Association of Miraculous Medal writes that you can light a candle via your cell phone. Simply Text the word CANDLE to the number 80888 on your mobile phone. Your intention will be placed...
by John Freund, CM | Jan 14, 2013 | Vincentian Family
Did you know The National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton was designated a top pilgrimage site in The Year of Faith? By Holy Decree, Archbishop William E. Lori named the Shrine one of seven pilgrimage sites to visit in the Archdiocese of Baltimore during the Year...
by John Freund, CM | Dec 17, 2012 | Vincentian Family
Father Bob Stone, CM, Chaplain, National Shrine of Elizabeth Ann Seton, composed the following prayer as our country grieves  the tragedy that occurred in Newtown, COnnecticut.May the coming  celebration of the Birth of Jesus Christ help us all to experience...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 27, 2011 | Daughters of Charity, Vincentian Family
EMMITSBURG–The town planning commission unanimously approved a site plan Monday that will allow the Daughters of Charity to renovate their Provincial House. The $26 million project will modernize the 46-year-old building and increase efficiency, according to...
