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A New Vincentian Book for All: “A Month with Saint Vincent de Paul” by Fr. Robert Maloney, CM
Fr. Robert Maloney’s new book, “A Month with Saint Vincent de Paul: A Retreat at Home,” offers a home-based spiritual retreat with daily meditations grounded in Scripture and Vincentian writings. Available in English and Spanish, it invites readers to deepen their spirituality and renew their commitment to serving the poor.
Vincentian Family Formation Programme 2025 in India: Shaping Hearts for Effective Charity
The Vincentian Family Formation Programme 2025 brought together 40 participants from across India to reflect deeply on the theme “Formation of Heart for an Effective Charity.” Through inspiring sessions, discussions, and community experiences, the program renewed the participants’ commitment to serve the poor with compassion and Vincentian zeal.
Under Saint Vincent’s Cloak: Testimony of Sr. Enda Mullen on the II Vincentian Convocation
With deep joy we share the testimony of Sr. Enda Mullen, of the Sisters of the Holy Faith, a congregation belonging to the Vincentian Family. In a brief but inspiring video, Sister Enda recounts her experience during the international meeting held in Rome last November 2024.
Vincentian Dictionary: Responsibility
Responsibility is a multifaceted concept that spans personal accountability, community support, social justice, political engagement, and global stewardship, emphasizing how interconnected human duties are. Rooted in moral and ethical principles, it calls for compassion, justice, and transformative action, especially in the face of poverty, inequality, and environmental challenges.
Sister Hend, the Missionary Dream
The first Sisters of Charity of St. Jeanne Antide Thouret who left for Chad in 1962, with their missionary stories, had won the heart of Hend, an 11-year-old Syrian girl, who for years nurtured the desire to leave for the mission lands.
“This Is the Hour of Love”: 10 Key Quotes from the Inaugural Homily of Pope Leo XIV
Ten powerful passages from the Inaugural Homily of Pope Leo XIV, which deeply impact the members of the Vincentian Family, those who walk in the footsteps of St. Vincent de Paul.
“She Just Needed Someone in her Corner”: Samalie Musisi on Supporting Susan, a Young Person Using our Supported Lodgings Service.
Supported Lodgings, as shown through Susan’s journey, offers vulnerable young people not just a roof over their heads, but the emotional support and life skills needed to rebuild their confidence and future. Through personalized care from hosts and coordinators, it creates a nurturing environment that transforms lives, though it faces ongoing challenges due to funding constraints and a shortage of hosts.
The Rosalie Projects: There’s Mice in my Room
The ‘There’s mice in my room’ project in Yaoundé, Cameroon, equipped a computer room at the Médaille Miraculeuse school, enabling students to access essential digital technology lessons. With support from donors and parents, several computers were installed, greatly improving motivation and teaching, though the room still needs further equipment.
Third Issue of the Bulletin of the International Association of the Miraculous Medal
The International Association of the Miraculous Medal (AMM) is delighted to share the latest issue of their Bulletin.
Praying For Our New Successor
We should be hopeful that he will be a Pope for all- especially those on the margins of society.