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The work of the St Vincent de Paul Society in Australia is firmly grounded in Gospel values, reflected and articulated by the church since the late 1800s in the principles of Catholic Social Teaching. Those enduring values and principles are as relevant now as they ever were. As Vincentians the dignity of every human being is at the core of our work. We oppose individualism as we commit to the common good. And we encourage the empowerment of people through participation at whatever level might be possible. -- We stand with others who share these values and above all we defend the preferential option for people living with the structural causes of poverty and disadvantage. In addition, we share the care of our common home. These principles guide us through economic, advocacy, personal and spiritual encounters. They attract people, including many who may have little or no other connection to Church, to contribute their time, their talents and their love to our work. -- For all of us involved in the life and work of the Society, we can be continuously renewed, affirmed and inspired by reflecting on the example set by those who came before us. We encourage you to get to know our values better through the link: bit.ly/3SvsAey

The work of the St Vincent de Paul Society in Australia is firmly grounded in Gospel values, reflected and articulated by the church since the late 1800s in the principles of Catholic Social Teaching. Those enduring values and principles are as relevant now as they ever were. As Vincentians the dignity of every human being is at the core of our work. We oppose individualism as we commit to the common good. And we encourage the empowerment of people through participation at whatever level might be possible. -- We stand with others who share these values and above all we defend the preferential option for people living with the structural causes of poverty and disadvantage. In addition, we share the care of our common home. These principles guide us through economic, advocacy, personal and spiritual encounters. They attract people, including many who may have little or no other connection to Church, to contribute their time, their talents and their love to our work. -- For all of us involved in the life and work of the Society, we can be continuously renewed, affirmed and inspired by reflecting on the example set by those who came before us. We encourage you to get to know our values better through the link: bit.ly/3SvsAey

?? Is Your Church Part of the 4% or the 96%? Did you know only 4% of U.S. churches are actively making disciples? ?? The other 96% are missing a vital part of the Great Commission. Where does your church stand? In our latest blog, we explore the startling stats and share insights on how your church can move into that 4%—making disciples and fulfilling its God-given mission. ?? Read more and find out how to be part of the 4%. https://lnkd.in/dHm866ch #Discipleship #SheepFeast #ChurchGrowth #GreatCommission #MakingDisciples #ChurchLeadership #MinistryTools #ChristianCommunity #FaithInAction #ChurchTech #SpiritualGrowth #DiscipleMaking #ChurchMission #KingdomBuilding #OnlineDiscipleship

On-campus churches: how can they be more effective? Teaching in Tonga: what did our students learn? Christian education experts Peter Beamish and Jason Hinze explain their findings in this video: https://lnkd.in/gvPqZHJa.

Dive deeper into our new mission and vision! In this blog post, we explore why coming alongside local churches is central to our work.

Ascension Parish, Louisiana, officially took on its current boundaries and duties as a parish in 1807, following the establishment of parishes by the Louisiana Territory government. The parish system replaced the former colonial system of ecclesiastical parishes under French and Spanish rule. Ascension Parish’s name is tied to the Ascension of Our Lord Catholic Church, established by early settlers, reflecting the region’s strong religious roots. The parish seat moved from Donaldsonville to Gonzales over time, with Donaldsonville serving briefly as the state capital in the 1830s. Gonzales later became prominent for its central location and growing community. The name “Ascension” reflects a continuation of religious and cultural traditions rather than a modern “buyout” or corporate influence. However, changes in prominence between Donaldsonville and Gonzales arose from shifts in population, infrastructure, and economic focus, such as Gonzales branding itself as the “Jambalaya Capital of the World.” If you’re referencing “carrying duties” as administrative or governmental functions, Ascension Parish has maintained its role in regional governance since its founding, adapting to the economic and demographic changes of Louisiana over the centuries. I love playing with ?? feelings No one gets hurts It’s funny’s

I recently completed my five-year tenure as Superintendent of Schools for the Archdiocese of Boston in June 2024. Now, I wanted to update you on my next venture. I am launching a new national nonprofit called the Catholic Talent Project, which will cultivate faithful witnesses for our Catholic schools. Our work will address directly the crisis of faith among our young. By age 13, 50 percent of children raised Catholic are no longer faithful. By age 18, a staggering 86 percent have left their faith. If we don't address this crisis, the Catholic Church in America will go the way of Europe in a generation - and I don't mean that as a compliment. We cannot lose our young and think we will be able to save our Church and pass on the Catholic intellectual tradition. I believe our Catholic schools - properly ordered - can lead the renewal of the Catholic Church. But, it will require us to make sure that for starters we have witnesses to our Catholic faith throughout the almost 6,000 Catholic schools that now serve 1.6 million students. This is not easy work. I know the challenges well after spending five years on the front lines in one of the nation's largest Catholic school systems. In five years, however, I was able to preside over the largest intentional remaking of Catholic school leadership in the nation, replacing three-quarters of Catholic school leaders while ensuring that all new leaders were faithful and committed to evangelizing. I also created the St. Thomas More Teaching Fellowship (sort of a Catholic version of Teach for America) to recruit, cultivate and place faithful and smart college graduates in our Catholic schools. The?National Catholic Register?referred to our work in Boston as a "Renaissance of Catholic education." From pre-school to 12th grade, students are with us for a staggering 16,000 waking hours (well, mostly waking hours). This is more waking hours than they spend with their own parents. Our Catholic schools need to make sure that during that massive amount of time we partner with their parents to help bring their daughters and sons closer to God and set them on the path to eternal salvation. To be blunt, we will have more success in the future than we have had in recent decades?only if?we make sure that faithful witnesses are deployed as classroom teachers, school leaders and superintendents. Now, with the creation of the Catholic Teacher Project, the work we began in Boston may be possible nationally. Initially, the Catholic Talent Project will expand to San Francisco at the request of Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone and his remarkable new Superintendent of Schools, Chris Fisher. Over the next five years, we will be expanding to a total of 10 geographically diverse dioceses - hoping our success will serve as an example to inspire the rest of the Church. We look forward to talking with any interested American bishops. To learn more about this effort, click here:?https://lnkd.in/d8HTgcH8.

[RESOURCE] The Church in Boston has a responsibility to wrestle with the painful legacy of the Transatlantic Slave Trade. This resource list provides a wealth of material to grow in awareness of how the legacy of slavery continues to impact our communities. Did you know? ? Slavery was legal in Massachusetts for over 140 years ? Enslaved Black people made up about 10% of Boston's population by the mid-18th century ? Boston was a significant port in the North Atlantic Slave Trade, connected to at least 307 separate trafficking voyages Our resource list includes: ? Theological foundations for remembering the past ? Historic sites to visit in Greater Boston ? Local organizations addressing the legacy of slavery ? Educational resources on the history of slavery in Boston As Christians, we're called to remember, lament, and work towards healing. This resource list is a step towards understanding our past to build shalom in the present. Explore the resources and join the conversation. How is your faith community engaging with this history? Please share your thoughts and experiences in the comments. #Boston #Church #TransatlanticSlaveTrade #SocialJustice #HistoricalAwareness

Here's my new blog on Catholic 365, Reflecting on the Incarnation. https://lnkd.in/gJ-WYjsy

The decision for a church to leave the Presbyterian Church (USA), or PCUSA, is significant, with far-reaching implications. This blog offers local churches essential knowledge and considerations to navigate this process successfully. #ChurchLeadership #PCUSA #FaithCommunity #DecisionMaking