Tour Vincentian Paris Through the Eyes of a St. John’s University Student
Julia visits the St. John’s Paris campus and nearby Vincentian heritage places in this video walking tour.
Señora Laura: A Vincentian Story
From a Digital Storytelling class at DePaul University called “Vincentian Storytelling.” This particular Vincentian story was chosen as “Most Vincentian.”
June 16: Canonization of St. Vincent de Paul
Today is the anniversary of St. Vincent’s canonization. Watch this video story of St. Vincent’s canonization process, which began 37 years after his death.
There Must Be a Path Here…
Are there any events that in retrospect changed your life? Have there been times when you realized how much good came out of something that seemed so bad at the time?
The Gift of Community: A Letter to a Future Volunteer
Savor the good times, and yes, even the challenging times. Community is absolutely incredible, and so much more than a simple definition could ever capture.
A Canadian View: Poverty and Human Dignity
The first Principle of Catholic Social Teaching is the Principle of Human Dignity which states that Every human being is created in the image of God and redeemed by Jesus Christ, and therefore is invaluable and worthy of respect as a member of the human family. The...
A Vincentian View: Family Gatherings
In the past two weeks, I have been to two important family events. One, a wedding in Milwaukee, enabled me to be surrounded by my brothers and sisters and their spouses for a few days. It was wonderful to be together and talk about our parents and their children. I...
The Next Greatest Generation
Specialized social media platforms are facilitating the release of the creative and compassionate energy of today’s “greatest generation”.
Sowers of the Seed of the Kingdom of God
Jesus is the Sower of the seed of the kingdom of God. This Teacher wants his disciples to imitate him and be sowers who put their trust in God and are persevering. Our own failures and opposition from people can easily discourage us and make us tire of doing good. ...
Congregation of the Mission (Vincentians) In Their Own Words
Enjoy this video featuring three Vincentian priests who express in their own words the obvious love they have towards the Vincentian Charism as they enthusiastically explain what they do, and give some background about St. Vincent de Paul.
