Charity, like the notions of volunteerism and philanthropy, provides real social bonding and contributes to the creation of inclusive and more resilient societies. Charity can alleviate the worst effects of[continue reading]
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Mon Apologies to the Companions
When I was asked to write about Blessed Louis Francois, I said, “Sure, why not? … Um, who is he?” Turns out, he was quite a guy! Blessed Louis Francois[continue reading]
World Day of Prayer for Creation
Let us unite with all creation in the words of Pope Francis: All-powerful God, you are present in the whole universe and in the smallest of your creatures.You embrace with[continue reading]
Blessed Ghebre Michael: Pilgrim, Seeker, Ethiopian, Scholar, Martyr
Who is Blessed Ghebre Michael? He was a pilgrim, a seeker, an Ethiopian, a scholar, and a martyr for the faith. He differs in three major ways from the other[continue reading]
Queenship of Mary
Hail Holy Queen, the only Mother of the Community of the Daughters of Charity! Every year on the 22nd of August, we celebrate the feast of the Queenship of Mary.[continue reading]