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FAVILA: A Living Community of the Vincentian Charism
All that is living shows visible signs of activity. It breathes. It takes in nourishment. It grows. It animates others with its beauty. It experiences injury and absorbs the pain of others, but its deep roots in the elements of God’s creation allow it to survive.
The Vincentian Family Daily Intention
Today, May 12, 2026, we, the members of the Vincentian Family, pray for safe and welcoming parishes and faith communities.
Who is the Vincentian Family?
A group of people connecting, collaborating and evangelizing: a living, growing community of more than 2 million people seeking to follow Christ, the evangelizer of the poor in the model presented by the life of Vincent de Paul and his collaborator, Louise de Marillac.
News:
New Interest in SCN Associate Life in Ranchi
Nazareth Convent in Ranchi, India, welcomed a group of 23 individuals eager to learn more about the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth (SCN) Associate relationship. The group included 22 women and one man, each responding to an invitation from Sister Marianne Puthoor
Formation:
Places of Louise de Marillac 6 – Saint-Nicolas-des-Champs
It was in the church of Saint-Nicolas-des-Champs, on Pentecost Sunday, June 4, 1623, that Louise was freed from her doubts and received the grace that illuminated her soul. This is called her Lumière Experience.
Reflections:
Pray with the Pope • That everyone might have food
Pray with the Pope is a global initiative of the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network where the Holy Father shares his monthly prayer intention. This month: That everyone might have food
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Important Places in our History
Places of Vincent de Paul
Places of Frederic Ozanam
Places of Elizabeth Seton
Places of Louise de Marillac
Important People in the Vincentian Family
Saints and Blessed of the Vincentian Family
Outstanding Vincentians
Branches of the Vincentian Family
Homelessness and 13 Houses Project
How Prevention Will Help End Youth Homelessness
With rising living costs and limited housing options, many 18–24-year-olds are living close to crisis. But homelessness is not inevitable. Every day, we see that it can be prevented, if we act early and take a holistic approach.
Housing in the Slum: a New Beginning for a Brave Single Mother in Costa Rica
The story below is an example of how housing and support for livelihood can be life-changing for a woman and her children.
A Renewed “Yes” That Builds Homes and Restores Hope: The Daughters of Charity and the 13 Houses Campaign
Each March 25, the Daughters of Charity renew their “yes” to serve people experiencing poverty. Through the 13 Houses Campaign with the FamVin Homeless Alliance, they provide housing, dignity, and hope worldwide—transforming lives across continents through concrete acts of Vincentian charity.
Newsletters
Issue #9 of FamVin News is Here!
The Vincentian Family Communications Commission has released the ninth issue of the bulletin “FamVin News”. Click to see It! ☝️
Issue #8 of FamVin News is Here!
The Vincentian Family Communications Commission has released the eighth issue of the bulletin “FamVin News”. Click to see It! ☝️
Issue #7 of FamVin News is Here!
The Vincentian Family Communications Commission has released the seventh issue of the bulletin “FamVin News”. Click to see It! ☝️
Other Featured Series
Vincentian Dictionary
400th Anniversary Jubilee
Seton's 50th Anniversary
A Weekly Reflection with Vincent
A Weekly Reflection with Louise
A Weekly Reflection with Ozanam
Vincentian Prayer Images
Firewood for the Soul
SVdP Contemplation
War Conflicts
Second Vincentian Convocation
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