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The Heart of a Leader – Br. Broer Huitema, CMM #Famvin2024
Brother Broer Huitema, CMM, of the Brothers of Our Lady, Mary Mother of Mercy, talks to us about working together as a Vincentian Family, and shares his hopes for our future as a Family.
New Research Shows that Ukrainians Fleeing the Frontline are Ending up on the Streets
Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine has led to a sharp rise in homelessness in the country, with almost a quarter of those sleeping rough becoming homeless as a direct consequence of being displaced during the conflict.
“Letter of Pier Giorgio Frassati” to the Vincentian Family, on the occasion of the Second Convocation in Rome, November 14-17 #famvin2024
Can you imagine what Pier Giorgio Frassati would say to us if he were to write a letter to the members of the Vincentian Family today? This article is just a literary exercise, but perhaps it could be something like this.
A Vincentian Minute: Vincentian Thoughts 01
Fr. Rooney in a series called “Vincentian Thoughts,” reflects on various incidents in the lives of our founders. This week’s thought: “We Help People.”
The Character of Vincentian Leaders • A Weekly Reflection with Ozanam
In a Society that grows, and whose main purpose is to work for the renewal of faith and charity among men, in which all variety of ages, customs and human opinions must meet, the presidency needs many qualities, a special merit, and a man difficult to find if God does...
Venerable Jean-Léon Le Prévost: A Pioneer of Charity and Faith
Jean-Léon Le Prévost’s contribution to the development of organized charity and the revival of faith during turbulent times in France is undeniable. With a life marked by personal challenges, he overcame adversity to become an example of dedication to others and to the cause of the Church.
October 17: St. Louise Established Our Lady as the Mother of the Daughters of Charity
Faced with potential difficulties in obtaining Church approval of the Daughters of Charity, St. Louise undertakes a pilgrimage to Chartres to ask for the help of Our Lady.
That’s it! I Can’t Take It Anymore!
Our lives have become pressure cookers. We can’t take it anymore!
Some react with more violence. Others curl up in a fetal position trying to protect themselves.
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Special: Conflict in Ukraine
New Research Shows that Ukrainians Fleeing the Frontline are Ending up on the Streets
Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine has led to a sharp rise in homelessness in the country, with almost a quarter of those sleeping rough becoming homeless as a direct consequence of being displaced during the conflict.
“We are not just Partners, but real Friends” – meet Anka Skoryk, Depaul Ukraine’s Interim CEO
Meet Anka Skoryk, Depaul Ukraine’s Interim CEO
Ukraine: Walking Alongside Those in Need
Depaul Ukraine’s children’s center in Odesa provides crucial psychological support and shelter to displaced children and adults, helping them cope with trauma and rebuild their lives amidst the ongoing war.
The Mission of the Vincentian Family in Ukraine: Hope and Resilience in a Time of War
In Ukraine, we are living through the third year of war. During the first year, people experienced a desire to help, and the confidence that the conflict would soon end. However, as time has passed, the situation has changed: now a terrifying insecurity creeps into our daily lives, constantly accompanying us.
Ukraine Two Years on: There is so Much More we Could do for those Experiencing Homelessness
The war in Ukraine and other conflicts around the world is one of the most pressing global drivers of homelessness.
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