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The Value of the Family in the Life of the Vincentian
A wise Vincentian said: “The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is content to occupy the third place in our lives, that is, after God and the family.”
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377 Years Since First Vows of Daughters of Charity
Today is the 377th anniversary of the day St. Louise de Marillac and four Daughters of Charity pronounced vows for the first time.
![Why is the Feast of the Annunciation so important to Daughters of Charity?](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2019/03/march-25-daughters-of-charity-louise-featured.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Why is the Feast of the Annunciation so important to Daughters of Charity?
Here is the answer to this question, in 6 slides.
![Ethiopia: Interview with Sister Medhin Tesfay](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2019/03/sister-medhin-dc-featured.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Ethiopia: Interview with Sister Medhin Tesfay
Sister Medhin Tesfay (44) has belonged to the Daughters of Charity for 26 years and works in the diocese of Adigrat in the northern part of Ethiopia.
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Lenten Reflection On Fasting, by Sister of Charity (Video)
Sister Rejane Cytacki, SCL, generously shares some great ideas about fasting from “time-eaters”– those things that take our focus away from our prayer relationship with God.
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What Vincentians Can Learn from St. Joseph’s Dreams
“Grant all of us the ability to dream because when we dream great things, good things, we draw near to God’s dream, what God dreams about us.”
![A Canadian View: Charity, Social Justice and the Vincentian – Part Two](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2018/02/a-canadian-view-jim-paddon-featured.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
A Canadian View: Charity, Social Justice and the Vincentian – Part Two
If we can develop some methods to attract new members from within our parish, it can only benefit our effort to be a strong and effective social justice voice.
![A Vincentian View: Blood Sisters and Brothers](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2015/11/fr.-griffin-reflections.png?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
A Vincentian View: Blood Sisters and Brothers
As a Vincentian Family, we know the close ties that we have with those who are poor among us. A DNA test might reveal that it is not just a matter of the spirit but also of the blood.
Are You Used to Thinking Systemically?
Would any of these skills help you serve people in need more effectively?
![Waiting Patiently and Mercifully](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2015/11/ross-reyes-dizon-sunday-readings-facebook.png?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Waiting Patiently and Mercifully
Like his Father, Jesus is merciful. He does not wish us to die. Rather, he is waiting for us to repent and live, full of fruits of righteousness.