Pope Leo XIV Appoints Jacek Piotr Tendej, C.M., as New Bishop for Alotau–Sideia, Papua New Guinea

Pope Leo XIV has appointed Fr. Jacek Piotr Tendej, C.M., as Bishop of Alotau–Sideia in Papua New Guinea, succeeding Bishop Rolando Santos, C.M. A seasoned educator and missionary, Tendej brings years of formation experience to this culturally diverse diocese.

The Vincentian Indigenous Confraternity Stands in Solidarity with the Indigenous Peoples of Panama

Indigenous communities in Panama face violent repression for protesting extractivist policies like the Cobre Panamá project. The Vincentian Indigenous Confraternity calls for an end to the violence and respect for Indigenous rights.

Vincentian Dictionary: Violence (Part 1)

Violence is a complex phenomenon that goes beyond physical harm, encompassing structural, psychological, and cultural forms rooted in institutions and ideologies. Throughout history, it has evolved with society, making it essential to understand its deeper causes and consequences.

A Vincentian Minute: Vincentians Living the Seasons 04

Father Rooney extends the Sunday Scriptures for Vincentians. This week: it's the same Jesus, who speaks to Peter and Paul and changes their lives, who will speak to us in the person of the poor and change our lives.

The Ten Commandments: A Vincentian Reflection on God's Call to Love and Service

As members of the Vincentian Family, we are called to live the Commandments not only as personal moral principles but as invitations to encounter Christ in the poor. Saint Vincent de Paul insisted that true religion cannot be separated from charity. The Ten Commandments, therefore, are not relics of an ancient legal code but daily paths to transformative love.

The Scandal of Excess: Luxury, Indifference, and the Forgotten Poor

A growing divide between wealth and suffering mirrors past eras of decadence that ended in collapse, revealing a moral and spiritual crisis. Grounded in the Gospel and Vincentian tradition, the call is to stand with the poor, confront injustice, and resist systems that glorify excess while ignoring human dignity.

Water, Education and Dignity: a Story From Rural Cambodia

In many remote rural villages in Cambodia, access to clean water remains a daily struggle. Despite national progress in water and sanitation, entire communities still rely on unsafe sources such as ponds or shallow wells, and many face health challenges linked directly to poor water quality.

The Poor are Part of our Family • A Weekly Reflection with Ozanam

The couple was generous with their alms. "Almsgiving was not a duty for him, but a great honor."

On July 8, We Celebrate the Feast of Blessed Pierre Vigne

Pierre Vigne lived a life deeply rooted in the love of Jesus Christ present in the Eucharist. His life journey, marked by Eucharistic devotion, missionary zeal, and an unwavering dedication to the poor and uneducated, led to the founding of the Congregation of the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament.

No to Corruption!

Floribert Bwana Chui, a young Congolese customs official, was martyred in 2007 for refusing bribes and standing against widespread corruption. His faith-driven integrity made him a symbol of justice and led to his beatification in 2025.

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Tolerate One Another, in Family and Community • A Weekly Reflection with Louise de Marillac

Tolerate One Another, in Family and Community • A Weekly Reflection with Louise de Marillac

In a letter correcting a Sister’s reaction to being contradicted, Saint Louise de Marillac reminds her that following Christ means accepting correction, serving others, and surrendering personal pride. The reflection expands this call to humility into a broader lesson on tolerance, vital today in a world divided by fanaticism, exclusion, and intolerance.

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Marlou Absil’s Testimony: Her Experience at the Second Convocation of the Vincentian Family

Marlou Absil from the Netherlands shares with gratitude and enthusiasm her experience at the Second Convocation of the Vincentian Family, held in November 2024 in Rome.

Seeking the Next Executive Director of the Vincentian Family Office

As the Vincentian Family Office (VFO) marks its 10th anniversary in 2025, Fr. Joe Agostino, CM, will conclude his term as founding Executive Director on October 6. The Vincentian Family Executive Board is now inviting consecrated members of the Family to discern and apply for this key leadership role.

“The fire is still burning”: Thomas Zielinski’s testimony on the II Convocation of the Vincentian Family

In this video, Thomas Zielinski from Poland shares his moving experience of participating in the Second Convocation of the Vincentian Family: an unforgettable gathering of unity, prayer, and renewal.

Special: Conflict in Ukraine

Ukraine Relief: Rebuilding Lives & Communities

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.

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Ukraine: Reflection on Three Years of War

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.

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End of Year Message from Depaul’s CEO Matthew Carter

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.

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The Hidden Struggles of Homelessness and Violence in Wartime Ukraine

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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