Founded by St. Vincent de Paul in 1617, the Ladies of Charity responded to the needs of the poor in 17th-century France. Together with St. Louise de Mariliac, they went quietly about their tasks, … [Read more...] about Ladies of Charity Celebrate 400 Years
Archives for December 2017
In Memoriam: Sister Maria Capobianco, D.C.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Sister Maria Capobianco, D.C., was celebrated December 9, 2017, at DePaul House Chapel, Albany, N.Y. Burial followed at St. Agnes Cemetery in Menands, N.Y. Sister Maria … [Read more...] about In Memoriam: Sister Maria Capobianco, D.C.
Objections to US Withdrawal from UN Talks on Migration, Refugees
Women religious and Catholic bishops are criticizing a decision by President Donald Trump's administration to pull out of United Nations-sponsored talks on two linked global compacts on migration and … [Read more...] about Objections to US Withdrawal from UN Talks on Migration, Refugees
In Memoriam: Sister Andrea Lacoste, D.C.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Sister Andrea Lacoste, D.C. was celebrated December 2, 2017, at the Seton Residence Chapel in Evansville, Ind.; burial followed at St. Joseph Cemetery, Evansville. … [Read more...] about In Memoriam: Sister Andrea Lacoste, D.C.
Call to Protect Haitians with Temporary Protected Status
On November 20, 2017 the U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti. TPS is a temporary, renewable, and statutorily-authorized … [Read more...] about Call to Protect Haitians with Temporary Protected Status