by John Freund, CM | Sep 17, 2013 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
So what if we are old, fewer in numbers, don’t have enough money, too many people are abusing the system. Â We’ve all heard the excuses why we can’t do more. “Go, do not be afraid, and serve.” challenges Jim Paddon, President of the...
by John Freund, CM | Sep 17, 2013 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul
 “Do you have the courage to be humble?” is one of the questions Lynn L’Heureux raises in her weekly Vincentian Reflection. Then there is a question of whether hope is on your “A” list. And is it true that “Never” ruins...
by John Freund, CM | Sep 16, 2013 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
The International President of the SVDP is interviewed on TV with Ralph Middlecamp, President of the Milwaukee SVDP. The 20 minute wide-ranging interview flows very smoothly and is well worth the investment of time. It took place in the context of the National Meeting...
by John Freund, CM | Sep 15, 2013 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
“When most Catholics think of their nearest St. Vincent dePaul Society, most see it as a sectarian social welfare agency that helps feed, clothe and shelter the poor. That it does. ” writes the Catholic Herald.However, it continues… “But there...
by John Freund, CM | Sep 13, 2013 | Vincentian Family
Julien Spiewak, new Secretary General Dear Vincentian Brothers and Sisters May the Peace and Love of Christ be with you. I’m pleased to inform you that Julien Spiewak will be appointed as the new Secretary General with effect from 27 September 2013. This has been...
