Javier F. Chento, Author at FAMVIN NewsEN

Oxen and Cell Phones

by Jim Claffey | Mar 18, 2021 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N.

Cell phones, once a luxury, are now almost a necessity. For the impoverished, especially in rural areas, they can make all the difference for one’s life and health.

Women and Healing – in the Church and in the World

by Nuala Kenny, SC | Mar 9, 2021 | Formation

International Women’s Day 2021 comes in the midst of a pandemic that has had particularly devastating consequences for women.

Volunteering from a Distance

by Noreen White | Mar 1, 2021 | Formation, Reflections

I began my volunteering with the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul in Ethiopia as a Vincentian Lay Missionary (VLM) volunteer in 2013 for three months.

February 7: Feast Day of Blessed Sister Rosalie Rendu

by Javier F. Chento | Feb 7, 2021 | Formation

Jeanne-Marie Rendu was born in Confort, France. In 1802, she entered the mother house of the Daughters of Charity in Paris, taking the name of Sister Rosalie. She was appointed to visit the Mouffetard district of Paris, a very poor area, with a bad reputation....

International Assistance for the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul arrives in Venezuela

by Javier F. Chento | Feb 6, 2021 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul

With the arrival of emergency resources from the International Society of Saint Vincent de Paul International, the members in Venezuela have been able to help many people in need.

Create a Compassionate, Fairer and Interconnected World

by Mary Ann Dantuono | Feb 6, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family at the U.N.

As part of the Vincentian Family advocacy and education at the UN, we are hosting a webinar event on Tuesday, February 9 at 1:15-2:30 pm ET and invite your participation.