by John Freund, CM | Jun 22, 2013 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
President General Dr. Michael Thio narrates “Invisible threads,” an animated film which presents the work of the Society around the world through its network of members. Brian O’Reilly (General VP), which is at the origin of this initiative, worked...
by John Freund, CM | Jun 21, 2013 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
The Canberra Times of Australia features comments St Vincent de Paul Society marketing and fundraising director Mark Thompson about “Digital fundraising the way of the future”. Young people are becoming more charitable online than offline, because they...
by John Freund, CM | Jun 21, 2013 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
It was a damp February morning as I stood in Line at a local Subway store. It was close to noon and getting busy. For years I regularly purchased Tim Horton cards for handouts. Recently, I discovered the Subway and found I could get a 12″ Sub for six dollars. ...
by John Freund, CM | Jun 20, 2013 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
For 10 years, the SSVP has been fighting against loneliness and isolation. This new type of poverty affects all generations and all walks of life. During these times of recession, volunteers convey a message of hope, demonstrating their faith through their willingness...
by John Freund, CM | Jun 20, 2013 | Vincentian Family
The following report about homelessness in Canada is attracting attention within the Society of St. Vincent dePaul. It probably should receive similar attention by all concerned with homelessness in whatever country. The State of Homelessness in Canada: 2013 (pdf) is...
