Vincentian Family Office
Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, CM, visits Kenya: “Spirituality is the foundation of our identity”
On September 24, Father Tomaž Mavrič, CM, visited the African country of Kenya for the official celebration of the establishment of the new Vincentian Vice Province of Kenya.
First Pilgrimage of Vincentian Youth in Brazil
The Sanctuary Caraça received six branches of the Vincentian Family for an historical meeting.
The Daughters of Charity respond to homelessness affecting children in the streets of Kitale (Kenya)
Each year, on 10th October, World Homeless Day is marked to educate people across the world about homelessness issues, and to reflect on how homelessness can affect people of all countries, paths of life and ages, especially children.
Changes to the formation sessions for the year 2021 at the International Formation Center
Due to COVID-19, we have to cancel the I Encounter of CM Bishops and the V Encounter for the Vincentian Family.
The Council General of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul Launches the International Competition for Writings on Jules Devaux
As a way of promoting further the “International Year on the Theme of Jules Devaux,” the Council General of the SSVP hereby opens the International Literary Competition on “The First Conference.”
Interview with Sister Cristina, DC
Interview with Sr. Cristina, coordinator of The Charity of Saint Louise – Charité, a day center for homeless persons in Turin.
The Vincentian Family Fully Supports the Canonization of Blessed Frédéric Ozanam
On December 2nd, 2020, the Vincentian Family Executive Committee (VFEC) approved a motion fully endorsing the cause of canonization of Bl. Antoine-Frédéric Ozanam.
Lenten Letter 2021 From Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, CM, to the Vincentian Family
After the dramatic events of last year as the suffering caused by wars, natural disasters, and famine was compounded by the pandemic of COVID-19, our faith calls us to live this new year 2021 in hope, even in situations that are, humanly speaking, hopeless.
Digital Technology at the Service of Ending Homelessness
The SSVP’s President General is taking part in a UN panel to discuss the benefits of digital technology at the service of the homeless.
Korean Nuns on a Mission of Mercy for the Poor
At the entrance to St. Vincent’s Sharing Center Hanulmaru in Suwon-si city in South Korea, a catchphrase greets visitors: “If we empty ourselves, God will soon fill it for you (Saint Vincent).”
Letter from Tomaž Mavrič, CM, President of the Executive Committee of the Vincentian Family, on the “13 houses” initiative
The VFEC has emphasized that the Famvin Homeless Alliance (FHA), of which the 13 Houses Project is a part, is our unique common project in the area of charity. Therefore, it must be promoted enthusiastically within the Vincentian Family to reach each member’s heart so that everyone becomes a part of this common initiative.
Circular Letter 2021 from the President General of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul
For the fifth consecutive year, Renato Lima de Oliveira, publishes a Circular Letter in which he addresses the members throughout the world and encourages them to reflection on various themes.