Bishop Deliman sets the tone for the closing Euchaar of the 2017 Solemn Novena reminding us to “Do What he Tells You” – “Become Foot-washing disciples”.
Month: November 2017
Celebrating 12 Days in the Vincentian Family
We may not have a song like “The Twelve Days of Christmas”. But we do have a heritage of service that we celebrate with the feast spread over the last days of November and the beginning of December.
Christ the King – To Whom Do You Owe Allegiance?
How should Vincentians deal with the politics of power? Can we learn anything from what St. Vincent did in his context?
Society of St Vincent de Paul Speaks Out on Tax Reform
Ralph B. Middlecamp, National President of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, National Council of the United States offers this urgent ACTION ALERT regarding tax reform.
Châtillon, Today • A Video from Fr. Tomaz Mavrič, CM
Saint Vincent de Paul had two experiences that that changed his life forever. Folleville and Châtillon. In the parish of Châtillon, he heard that there was a family in desperate need. He answered we need to see what needs they have and then help them concretely. Let us visit Châtillon with him today.
3 Forgotten Truths about Thanksgiving
Three forgotten truths about Thanksgiving.
Welcoming the Stranger Vincentian Style in Our Lady of Guadalupe
In the midst of so many fears and uncertainties, the faith community of Our Lady of Guadalupe lives the welcome, protection, promotion and integration called for by Pope Francis.
Day of the Poor, as Saint Vincent de Paul Wanted: An Interview with Father Tomaž Mavrič
Day of the Poor, as Saint Vincent de Paul Wanted: An Interview with Father Tomaž Mavrič ROME , November 17, 2017 / 11:00 AM (ACI Stampa). On the occasion of the World Day of the Poor, Pope Francis sent to all dioceses and religious orders a message entitled “Let us love, not with words but […]
Cheering on Pope Francis – Jesus and St. Vincent
Jesus and St. Vincent de Paul are cheering Pope Francis, not only for calling for an annual day of remembrance of those who are poor but also for his casting it in the framework of the Beatitudes.
Father Tom Mallaghan – A Priest to the End
Fr. Tom loved being a priest, something which was always evident over the past 57 years.
Welcoming the Stranger with Pope Francis
Pope Francis asks us to welcome and recognize that we are all brothers and sisters, protect their dignity and rights, promote their full human development and welcome their gifts.
Eastern Province Missionary reflects on Vincentian Virtues
Fr. Thomas Sendlein will address “400 Years of Vincentian Charism – Dynamic Virtues for Today” Father brings a wealth of intercultural experience to this year’s Solemn Novena of the Miraculous Medal.
Veterans Day and 60 New Vincentian Family Martyrs
November 11 marks Veterans Day in the United States. It also marks the beatification of 60 Vincentian Family Martyrs who gave their all as martyrs in Spain. One of the beautiful ceremonies for Veterans day is called “The Fallen Comrade Table”. According to Wikipedia… The Missing Man Table, also known as the Fallen Comrade Table,[1] is a place of honor, set […]
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Please pray for the repose of the soul of Fr.Thomas Mallaghan.
It was an affair of the heart.
I met Fr. Thomas Mavric, the current Superior General. He spoke of the heart of Vincent, he touched his hand to my heart. Something happened that I will never be able to put into words.”
Election Day and Choosing a Path in Life
Nineteen men are voting with their lives every day in the formation programs of the Congregation of the Mission in the United States. Their decisions will not only affect their lives but ours as well.
Pope Francis issues radical challenge – Love not with words but deeds!
“It is my wish that, in the week preceding the World Day of the Poor, which falls this year on 19 November, the Thirty-third Sunday of Ordinary Time, Christian communities will make every effort to create moments of encounter and friendship, solidarity and concrete assistance.”
Sixty members of the Vincentian Family who gave their all
Sixty members of the Vincentian Family who were martyred during the Spanish Civil War will be beatified at a Mass in Madrid, November 11.
How Seriously Are We “Welcoming the Stranger”?
How seriously are the men and women in the various ministries of the Eastern Province taking the call of Pope Francis as well as the leaders for the Vincentian Family to welcome the stranger?
Former Provincial Honored at Dinner Raising 3.3 Million for Scholarships
St. John’s University’s 20th Annual President’s Dinner raised a record $3.3 million in scholarship funds that will directly benefit the University’s most deserving students—especially those with financial need.
Western Confrere Ordained Bishop in Alaska
John Maher represented the Province at the Episcopal ordination of our confrere, Andrew Bellisario as the sixth Bishop of the Diocese of Juneau.
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Have a blessed Holy Week!
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Father John, Blessings to you as you step cautiously down that new path. Grace and Peace be with you!