Javier F. Chento
Author
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The Boundless Dimension of Vincentian Charity
If we are not charitable (generous) in the manner that we act, then we will fall into the simple routine of philanthropy and/or providing material assistance … and nothing more.
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Reality and Hope
These harsh realities sadden the hearts of the members of the Society and the Vincentian Family. We cannot, however, lose hope that the situation will improve.
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A Shared Mission: Collaboration Between the Vincentian Family in Spain and Venezuela
During the past year the Vincentian Family has attempted to alleviate the terrible economic, political and social situation in Venezuela.
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Forum in Rome: “Toward a More Inclusive Society”
More than a hundred representatives participated in the International Forum of Catholic-inspired NGOs in Rome (December 5-7, 2019).
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Diaries of a Vincentian: I Know
He looked at me with tears in his eyes and without the need for any words they seemed to quietly, pleadingly ask me, ‘Why?’
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The Commandment of Love
As members of the Vincentian Family we need to savor the inexhaustible well-spring of virtue and the examples of holiness of our predecessors.
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Christmas message from Father Tomaž Mavrič
Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, C.M., president of the Executive Comitee of the Vincentian Family, recorded his annual Christmas Message during a visit to Chad, one of the poorest countries in Africa and the world, at St. John Paul II Minor Seminary Academy in Moundou.
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The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul: A Large Family
Groups, like ours, that have existed for hundreds of years, have certain “family” characteristics, some of which are intuitive.
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Christmas Letter 2019 of Brother René Stockman, Superior General of the Brothers of Charity
On the occasion of Christmas and New Year, Brother René Stockman has written his annual Christmas Letter.
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Christmas Message from Renato Lima, General President of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Renato Lima de Oliveira, broadcasts the “Christmas Message of 2019” of the Interrnational General Council.