by John Freund, CM | Aug 21, 2012 | Vincentian Family
Archbishop Ricardo Ezzati of Santiago, Chile said 20th century saint Alberto Hurtado’s example of devotion, love and sacrifice rooted in Christ inspires Catholics to transform their lives. Readers of famvin may recall an article that traces the Vincentian roots...
by John Freund, CM | Aug 17, 2012 | Vincentian Family
Dr John Falzon, Chief Executive Officer of the St Vincent de Paul Society National Council of Australia, explores what kind of society promotes good health, and argues that punitive policies, such as compulsory income management, are a sign of an unhealthy society....
by John Freund, CM | Aug 15, 2012 | Vincentian Family
Housing remains most pressing need, says Vinnies Australia should lead the way in providing people on the margins with a place they can call home rather than just a bed for the night, said Dr John Falzon, the St Vincent de Paul Society’s national council CEO,...
by John Freund, CM | Aug 12, 2012 | Vincentian Family
“We communicated almost daily with our colleagues in Hassakeh, Aleppo and Damascus, until Monday, August 6 when we lost contact.” … “I can not describe to you the fear and anxiety which are read in the eyes of those displaced. For the most part...
by John Freund, CM | Aug 8, 2012 | Vincentian Family
As part of their St Vincent de Paul Winter Appeal, 23 Mini Vinnies from Queensland Australia “slept out” on July 20 to gain a better understanding of being homeless. Primary and secondary school students slept “rough” to raise awareness of and...
