by John Freund, CM | Jun 24, 2013 | Disasters and Responses, Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
Lynn L’Heureux writes… There are so many stories and such loss. Â My husband and I were moved to tears at each story. Â It is tough when you lose your mementos. Â One aboriginal on the reserve who was evacuated brought his drum to the temporary shelter and he...
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...
