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Contemplation — Like Unto Him 1080 1080 SVDP USA

Contemplation — Like Unto Him

When he was eighteen years old, Blessed Frédéric felt as if he was not committed enough to living his faith, that he too often failed in charity. His spiritual director at the time advised him that his many distractions and temptations would fade away when he was formed. “When I am formed,” Frédéric lamented. “When…

10-26-2023 A Letter From Our Servant Leaders 1080 1080 SVDP USA

10-26-2023 A Letter From Our Servant Leaders

Imagine my surprise when I saw several young adults at National Assembly wearing my chosen brand of athletic shoes. It was even more surprising to learn that their choices were based on seeing me wear the shoes at the Midyear meeting!  I had not chosen to be a “fashion influencer;” my shoe choice was based…

Contemplation — Only to Be Shared 1080 1080 SVDP USA

Contemplation — Only to Be Shared

In a house in Reuilly, a district in the southeast of Paris, the Duchess of Bourbon had founded a hospice that served as a home for elderly and sick former servants of the royal family in their final years. It was here, in 1831, that a young Daughter of Charity was assigned. Sister Catherine, known…

SVdP News Roundup October 14 – October 20 1080 1080 SVDP USA

SVdP News Roundup October 14 – October 20

With 100,000 Vincentians across the United States and nearly 800,000 around the world, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul provides person-to-person service to those who are needy and suffering. Read some of their stories here: INTERNATIONAL AUSTRALIA: Coin collectors turn pennies to possibilities AUSTRALIA: 761,000 Australian children must be brought out of poverty, Vinnies president urges  AUSTRALIA:…

A Week in Prayers October 16 – October 20 1080 1080 SVDP USA

A Week in Prayers October 16 – October 20

Monday, October 16 Lord Jesus, I have seen You In the suffering of my neighbor, Who bears a heavy cross. Help me, Lord, to lift him, As he folds beneath its weight. And if my offering is too small To relieve him of that burden, May it be at least the cloth Offered with love…

10-19-2023 A Letter From Our Servant Leaders 1080 1080 SVDP USA

10-19-2023 A Letter From Our Servant Leaders

During my career in business and government service we often found ourselves talking in an internal shorthand that made perfect sense to us but was usually very confusing to new members of the team, and nearly everyone outside the team. These acronyms, as they are called, are so common and confusing that many times you’ll…

Contemplation — The Greatest Need 1080 1080 SVDP USA

Contemplation — The Greatest Need

The parable of the good Samaritan is a Vincentian favorite, and a powerful allegory for our own home visit, reminding us that Christ calls us very directly to serve the neighbor. Perhaps this beloved parable can also shed some light on what our Rule calls “adaptation to a changing world.” [Rule, Part I, 1.6] The…

SVdP News Roundup October 7 – October 13 1080 1080 SVDP USA

SVdP News Roundup October 7 – October 13

With 100,000 Vincentians across the United States and nearly 800,000 around the world, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul provides person-to-person service to those who are needy and suffering. Read some of their stories here: INTERNATIONAL CANADA: Catholic Women’s League and St. Vincent de Paul Society want to Help Feed The North CANADA: St. Vincent De Paul…

A Week in Prayers October 9 – October 13 1080 1080 SVDP USA

A Week in Prayers October 9 – October 13

Monday, October 9 Be with me, O God, Your silent, loving presence Reassuring me, giving me strength, Giving me peace. Act through me, my Lord, Make me Your eyes, Your hands, Your heart, Your wordless witness, In all that I do. Amen Tuesday, October 10 Be with me, O God, Your silent, loving presence Reassuring…

10-12-2023 A Letter From Our Servant Leaders 1080 1080 SVDP USA

10-12-2023 A Letter From Our Servant Leaders

A few years ago, we added to the Invitation For Renewal content a new item under the Governance learning session. This guidance on “first steps for Society leaders” has been highly requested as a workshop. Instead of limiting this to a few dozen meeting participants, I present it here instead for everyone to see. Why…

Contemplation — For Our Mutual Friend 1080 1080 SVDP USA

Contemplation — For Our Mutual Friend

When the founders of this country publicly stated their intent to separate themselves from the British Empire, they closed with the stirring pledge of “our Lives, our Fortunes and our sacred Honor.” No one reading that declaration doubted for a moment the seriousness of their commitment. When members join the Society, they similarly promise to…

SVdP News Roundup September 30 – October 6 1080 1080 SVDP USA

SVdP News Roundup September 30 – October 6

With 100,000 Vincentians across the United States and nearly 800,000 around the world, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul provides person-to-person service to those who are needy and suffering. Read some of their stories here: INTERNATIONAL AUSTRALIA: Provider aims to ‘build hope through housing’ CANADA: Low-income households targeted with free smoke detector campaign IRELAND: How Castlebar SVP…

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