The Woman behind the Society The bloody battles of the French Revolution did not stop Daughter of Charity, Blessed Rosalie Rendu from risking her life to help others. From tending to the children of her orphanage to climbing on barricades to aid wounded soldiers, Rendu’s charitable heart and commitment continue to inspire us. Her work…
The article below was published by Spectrum News. They featured two students from Loyola High School who spent their senior service project serving and sleeping at our homeless shelter on Skid Row, the Cardinal Manning Center. Twin High School Athletes Spend 3 Weeks Sleeping on Skid Row By Itay Hod Los Angeles PUBLISHED 1:36 PM…
February is the season of candied hearts, boxes of chocolate and candle-lit dinners, but imagine if we extended these gestures beyond significant others. All people, especially if they are lonely, homeless, sick or simply overworked could use some attention and care. After all, Valentine’s Day is about more than romance. It’s about love. So, why…
Imagine a world where children of all backgrounds can play together in nature, away from electronics and other distractions. Catholic summer camp makes this a reality. For example, both Catholics and non-Catholics attend St. Vincent de Paul’s Circle V Ranch Camp, and all children develop a more meaningful self-confidence from it. No matter the faith,…
Last year, the Tzu Chi Foundation graciously partnered with St. Vincent de Paul of Los Angeles bi-monthly to provide necessary free eye exams to qualifying members of the community, and on February 20, 2020*, from 9 am to 2 pm, they are coming back! The Tzu Chi Foundation holds all appointments in their mobile vision…