The Ladies of Charity Take on Washington
The Archdiocese of Washington Ladies of Charity is extremely happy to be your host for the 2012 National Assembly, which will be held at the Hyatt Regency, Bethesda, Md., September 12–16. We are working diligently to provide you with a program embracing the theme of Giving in Faith and Love. A core group of dedicated [...]
President’s Christmas Message
On behalf of the Ladies of Charity USA, I want to extend Christmas greetings to family and friends with wishes for a joyful and hope-filled New Year. During this time of year, the spirit of the season is alive and full of promise. Family and friends renew old friendships. The crispness in the air and [...]
Christmas Reflection
Through the Eyes of Children “For a child is born to us …” Isaiah 9: 5 A little girl was frightened on being put to bed. Her mom reassured her that God is always present to protect. The child agreed, paused then added, “I really want someone with skin on.” (adapted from Andy Stanley, pastor/founder [...]
Fourth Sunday of Advent Reflection
Take Time to really celebrate the Incarnational Moment! 2 Samuel 7:1-16 ~ Psalm 89 ~ Romans 16:25-27 ~ Luke 1:26-38 We give time to that which is important for us in our lives. Christmas is a time for celebrating Love. Christ was born. God made flesh. What greater Love? We think of those that we love in our family and friends. [...]
Gaudete Sunday–Third Sunday of Advent Reflection
The Ladies of Charity USA gratefully acknowledge Father Mark Arnzen, Spiritual Director for the Morgan Hill Ladies of Charity for sharing this Advent reflection. Third Sunday of Advent – Dec. 11, 2011 READINGS: Isaiah 61:1-11 ~ Psalm-Luke 1:46-54 ~ 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24 ~ John 1:6-8,19-28 Because it’s only four weeks Advent can slip by before we really enter into the prayerful and penitential [...]
Advent Letter from Fr. Greg Gay
Click to read the Advent letter from Father Greg Gay, CM to the Vincentian Family.
Second Sunday of Advent Reflection
The Ladies of Charity USA gratefully acknowledge the Sisters of Charity of New York for sharing their Advent reflection. Second Sunday in Advent – December 4 READINGS: Isaiah 40:1-5, 9-11~ Ps. 85 ~ 2 Peter 3: 8-14 ~ Mark 1:1-8 “Speak up! Let your voice be heard!” today’s readings seem to say. Isaiah urges those who have good news to cry at [...]
First Sunday of Advent Reflection
The Ladies of Charity USA gratefully acknowledge the Sisters of Charity of New York for sharing their Advent reflection. This reflection is one of several spiritual resources offered to you during this season. After this prayerful reflection, please visit our Advent Spirituality page for more. First Sunday of Advent – Nov. 27, 2011 READINGS: Isaiah 63:16-19; 64:2-7 ~ Ps. 80 ~ I Cor. 1:3-9 ~ Mark [...]
Forging a Relationship with the Vincentian Family
by Maureen McMillan, LCUSA Executive Administrator We are all familiar with the term “our Vincentian Family” but it was only two years ago that I came to understand how large and varied the family is, especially here in St. Louis. In 2009, Vincentians the world over began to prepare for the 350th anniversary of the deaths [...]
Editor’s Message
by Kathleen Sieracki, Servictte Editor About eighteen months ago, my friends Marilyn Leslie and Sister Mary Grace Higgins, DC, suggested I become a candidate for the LCUSA board of directors. My first reaction was total denial. Nevertheless, after a period of fear and trepidation, consideration and most importantly prayer, I did apply for a director’s position and [...]
Ladies of Charity & Mormon Partnership
by Chris Young, Diocese of Salt Lake City The Saint Olaf Ladies of Charity (LOC) in Bountiful and the Our Lady of Lourdes Ladies of Charity in Salt Lake City distributed 102 backpacks filled with school supplies to children in need as they returned to school. The backpacks were donated to the Ladies of Charity by [...]
Ladies of Charity of Mobile, Alabama Celebrate Their 100th Anniversary!
The Mobile Ladies of Charity is 100 years old this year and invited everyone to join the celebration. A Mass of Thanksgiving was celebrated by Most Reverend Thomas J. Rodi, Archbishop, on Sunday, June 12th at 2:30 pm at Corpus Christi Church. A reception in the atrium followed the Mass. Lucy Ann Saunders, LCUSA President, [...]
President’s Message
With a successful 2010 National Assembly behind us, members of LCUSA’s board look forward to following up with associations and members on their needs and future plans. In making our plans as a national board, we will continue to put forth efforts to foster better communications with local associations. I extend a special thank you [...]
It’s a Close Shave!
Over a year ago I decided to give a beard a try. Since that time, two of my aunts have been praying incessantly that it would go; some of the stalwart and faithful ladies at the cathedral parish in my diocese have been hoping that it would go; and any number of people have felt [...]
HEART& SOLE– Pounding The Pavement Against Poverty
The Ladies of Charity St. Vincent/Guardian Angel held their second annual WALK from 9:00–11:00 am on Saturday, September 10 at Carondelet Park in St. Louis, Missouri. There were one and three mile routes. They were blessed with good weather, which was a pleasant surprise after such a hot summer. This year everyone was asked to [...]
11th ANNUAL NATIONAL ASSEMBLY KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI
The Ladies of Charity of Metropolitan Kansas City hosted an assembly we will all remember. The theme, “Embrace It – Drive It – Change It” was reflected by the speakers and a variety of workshops ranging from leadership on a governing board, providing information on treatment for addiction and insight on the needs of young [...]
Advocacy Connections
The following is taken from the Fall 2011 Servicette Mary Ann Dantuono, Advocacy Committee “We should assist the poor in every way, and do it both by ourselves and by enlisting the help of others.” —St. Vincent de Paul In establishing the Systemic Change Commission of the Vincentian Family in 2005, the Very Rev. Gregory Gay, [...]
Tidings of Spirituality
The following was taken from the Fall 2011 Servicette Marge Fiala, Diocese of San Jose A man of humble beginnings, St. Vincent became a spiritual master and extraordinary teacher of the faith. As St. Vincent de Paul served the vulnerable of his time, he encouraged long periods of prayer and meditation before social action in order [...]
LCUSA/AIC Madagascar Twinning News
By Molly Siedlarczyk, Committee Chair Rose daLima, National President of AIC Madagascar, has stated below the work that has been done in various regions of Madagascar. A collection was taken at Friday’s Mass at the Kansas City National Assembly. Those receipts, in addition to what had accumulated in LCUSA’s treasury this year, allowed for Treasurer, [...]
Vincentian Family Day of Prayer – Sept. 27
“With this fraternal greeting I write to you in order to present some comments with regard to the Vincentian Family Day of Prayer which will take place on the feast of Saint Vincent de Paul… Thus we propose the following theme for the Day of Prayer on the feast of Saint Vincent de Paul (2011): Harvest the [...]
