by John Freund, CM | May 28, 2014 | Pope
In a message that would resonate with Frederic Ozanam and Vincent dePaul the Pope calls for… a more determined implementation of international labour standards; planning for a focused development on the human person as its central actor and primary beneficiary;...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 3, 2014 | Vincentian Family
Digital artist Sr. Ellen LaCapria, D.C. offers a visual aid to enter into contemplation about ambiguity. This image arose from her reflection on #75 in  Pope Francis’ Gospel of Joy and is the fifth installment of her weekly artistic variations on her community seal....
by John Freund, CM | Mar 14, 2013 | Justice and Peace
From the IgnatianSolidarity Net… Clearly, as time moves forward there will be much to learn about Pope Francis, but for the time being we thought we would share a few quotes that represent the importance the social mission of the Church has played in his...
by John Freund, CM | Dec 12, 2012 | Disasters and Responses, Poverty: Analysis and Responses
“It’s like a war zone.”I’ve heard this statement many times as I’ve walked the storm-damaged streets around my home in the weeks after Superstorm Sandy made landfall. Every time I heard it, I would nod politely and say a silent prayer of...
by John Freund, CM | Aug 28, 2012 | Vincentian Family
In an expression of Vincentian solidarity let us keep in our prayers  the 2012 National Assembly – St Vincent de Paul Wednesday, August 29, 2012 – Saturday, September 01, 2012. They will be wrestling with the theme “HOPE IN HARD TIMES” (See...
