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Vincentian Family Formation Programme 2025 in India: Shaping Hearts for Effective Charity
The Vincentian Family Formation Programme 2025 brought together 40 participants from across India to reflect deeply on the theme “Formation of Heart for an Effective Charity.” Through inspiring sessions, discussions, and community experiences, the program renewed the participants’ commitment to serve the poor with compassion and Vincentian zeal.
Under Saint Vincent’s Cloak: Testimony of Sr. Enda Mullen on the II Vincentian Convocation
With deep joy we share the testimony of Sr. Enda Mullen, of the Sisters of the Holy Faith, a congregation belonging to the Vincentian Family. In a brief but inspiring video, Sister Enda recounts her experience during the international meeting held in Rome last November 2024.
“This Is the Hour of Love”: 10 Key Quotes from the Inaugural Homily of Pope Leo XIV
Ten powerful passages from the Inaugural Homily of Pope Leo XIV, which deeply impact the members of the Vincentian Family, those who walk in the footsteps of St. Vincent de Paul.
Places of Frederic Ozanam 19 – Église Saint-Germain l’Auxerrois
After Ozanam’s wife experienced her first miscarriage, Ozanam took refuge in the St. Germain L’Auxerrois church to pray.
A Vincentian Minute: Vincentians Living Easter – Part 4
Father Rooney extends the Sunday Scriptures for Vincentians in an Easter Journey. This week: the expansiveness of the Gospel going to all nations… and two things that that means for Vincentians.
Vincentian Dictionary: Responsibility
Responsibility is a multifaceted concept that spans personal accountability, community support, social justice, political engagement, and global stewardship, emphasizing how interconnected human duties are. Rooted in moral and ethical principles, it calls for compassion, justice, and transformative action, especially in the face of poverty, inequality, and environmental challenges.
Sister Hend, the Missionary Dream
The first Sisters of Charity of St. Jeanne Antide Thouret who left for Chad in 1962, with their missionary stories, had won the heart of Hend, an 11-year-old Syrian girl, who for years nurtured the desire to leave for the mission lands.
The Gifts of Louise de Marillac
Louise de Marillac was a woman of many gifts. She learned to wait patiently to discover God’s will and then she did it.
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Special: Conflict in Ukraine
Ukraine Relief: Rebuilding Lives & Communities
The Daughters of Charity have provided unwavering humanitarian support in Ukraine, offering essential aid such as food, clothing, medical care, and emotional assistance to refugees, vulnerable children, and displaced families. Beyond immediate relief, they foster long-term resilience through education, rehabilitation, and community-building, helping restore dignity and stability to those affected by the ongoing conflict.
A Shepherd Among the Suffering: Father Tomaž Mavrič’s Journey to War-Torn Ukraine
In March 2025, Father Tomaž Mavrič visited Ukraine to support the Vincentian communities working amidst the ongoing war. His journey highlighted the resilience of the people, the dedication of the Vincentians, and the urgent need for global solidarity in the face of a continuing humanitarian crisis.
Ukraine: Reflection on Three Years of War
After losing her home in the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Anka Skoryk continued her work with Depaul Ukraine, providing shelter, food, and mental health support to those displaced by the war. As homelessness rises, she emphasizes the urgent need for long-term housing solutions, highlighting new initiatives like a women’s housing project in Odesa to help rebuild lives with dignity and stability.
End of Year Message from Depaul’s CEO Matthew Carter
As 2024 ends, Depaul Group reflects on its 35 years of impactful work addressing homelessness, highlighting global challenges such as 150 million people without homes and celebrating life-changing initiatives, including their Ukraine projects and innovative strategies for the future. With plans for 2025 focused on advocacy and groundbreaking interventions, the organization thanks supporters and emphasizes the power of collective action in creating lasting change.
The Hidden Struggles of Homelessness and Violence in Wartime Ukraine
The ongoing war in Ukraine has led to a sharp rise in homelessness, with nearly a quarter of rough sleepers being displaced individuals, many of whom face violence daily, especially women who are particularly vulnerable. Despite the urgent need for support, access to mental health services and shelters is severely limited, highlighting the necessity for targeted interventions and collaboration to address these issues.
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