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The Vincentian Family Daily Intention: September 5, 2026
Today, September 5, 2026, we, the members of the Vincentian Family, pray for those alienated by the digital economy.
A Pathway of the Spiritual Renewal of Vincentians (Following Saint Vincent de Paul)
Vincentian spiritual renewal is a lifelong journey through vocation, conversion, and mission. Saint Vincent de Paul moved from personal ambition to recognizing Christ in the poor and devoting his life to evangelization, clergy formation, and organized charity. His path invites Vincentians today to rediscover their calling, deepen their conversion, and rekindle their missionary zeal.
The Legion of Mary: From Vincentian Roots in Dublin to a Worldwide School of Lay Apostolate
Born in Dublin on September 21, 1921, from a small circle shaped by Frank Duff’s years in the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, the Legion of Mary grew into a worldwide Catholic lay apostolate. Its distinctive combination of prayer, personal visitation, disciplined weekly service, Marian spirituality, and direct evangelization now reaches communities in some 170 countries.
Ambassadors of a Worldwide Brotherhood (WWB) Activities at Becora Prison Establishment in Timor-Leste
On 24 May 2026, the Ambassadors WWB from Timor-Leste (who call themselves ‘Ambassadors of Love’), together with the Brothers CMM and the ALMA Sisters in Dili, successfully carried out two major activities that integrated both spiritual and social dimensions.
Shirikisho Dispensary Maternity: Bringing Safe Birth Closer to Families
he opening of the Shirikisho Dispensary Maternity was more than the inauguration of a building. It was a sign of life. It marked a new chapter in OIP’s mission to uphold human dignity and improve the well-being of vulnerable families.
The Vincentian Family Daily Intention: September 4, 2026
Today, September 4, 2026, we, the members of the Vincentian Family, pray for the protection of whistleblowers who expose injustice.
On September 4, We Celebrate the Feast of Blessed Giuseppe Toniolo
Giuseppe Toniolo was an economist, sociologist, a member of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul and devout Catholic who played a crucial role in shaping the Church’s Social Doctrine, leaving a profound mark on Catholic social movements in Italy and Europe during the second half of the 19th century and the early 20th century.
Songs with a Vincentian Flavor: “The Bonds of Charity” (Hymn to Frédéric Ozanam)
A fresh, energetic hymn to Blessed Frédéric Ozanam invites a new generation to turn faith into action. With a modern, funky sound and a timeless Vincentian message, the song celebrates Ozanam’s love for Christ, his friendship with those who were poor, and his call to laypeople today: go forth, draw near, serve, and build bonds of charity.
“I Carried Christ on My Shoulders”: The Vincentian Spirituality of Venerable Alberto Capellán
Alberto Capellán Zuazo (1888–1965), was a Spanish layman, husband and father, nocturnal adorer, and member of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. His fervent Eucharistic devotion took shape in radical charity, especially in the “Recogimiento” shelter. A model of lay holiness, he united contemplation and action in daily life.
The Vincentian Family Daily Intention: September 3, 2026
Today, September 3, 2026, we, the members of the Vincentian Family, pray for children growing up in refugee settlements.