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St. John’s Alumnus Ordained as a Vincentian
For a young alumnus of St. John’s University, the 10-year vocation journey of personal discernment, faith, challenging work, and trust in God recently culminated with his profession of sacred vows of...
Criminal Justice Majors Work with Wrongfully Convicted and Recently Freed
Jeffrey Deskovic has made it his life’s mission to overturn the cases of wrongfully convicted individuals and ease their transition to life outside prison, often after decades of incarceration.
Vincentian Chair Lecturer Discusses Hope in the Midst of “Apocalypse”
Third World populations, many of which emit zero carbon, consistently suffer as a result of the harmful effects of climate change resulting from the careless practices of First World nations. That was...
Research Program Supports St. John’s Vincentian Mission
The Collaborative Health Integration Research Program (CHIRP), an interdisciplinary initiative within St. John’s University’s Department of Psychology , uses its research resources to help craft real...
Vincentian Chair Lecture Focuses on ‘Crucified Peoples’
Since the dawn of Christianity, the Cross has been a metaphor for suffering. However, in certain parts of the world, the true meaning of that metaphor has been diluted. In regions of the world where...
Diverse Faiths Speak with One Voice during Interfaith Dialogue
“We live in very challenging times. Hopefully, we’re moving toward the end of the coronavirus pandemic. As case numbers drop, we long for a return to normal life. We are also seeing challenges in...
St. John’s Students Virtually Attend Social Ministry Gathering
Last month, 15 St. John’s University students attended the annual Catholic Social Ministry Gathering (CSMG). Held virtually, the theme of this year’s conference was “Justice at the Margins”...
Blessing of the Couples Celebrates Renewal and Commitment
Alumni couples who found love at St. John’s University returned to alma mater to celebrate the beginning of their relationships while renewing their commitment to each other at the annual Blessing of...
Combating Hunger amidst COVID-19 in the Philippines
Hunger, a persistent concern in the Philippines, has become exponentially worse in the face of COVID-19—but a group of women in the small village of Payatas continue to make a difference. That was the...
Bishop Brennan Enjoys Warm Welcome from Alma Mater
“St. John’s University was the place where my vocation was really solidified. I came here believing I wanted to be a priest, and I left here knowing I wanted to be one.” Most Rev. Robert J. Brennan...