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Congregation of the Mission
Monsignor Vicente Bokalič Iglic CM to be Made Cardinal by Pope Francis on December 8
by Vincentian Family Office | October 9, 2024 | Congregation of the Mission, News | 0 Comments
The soon-to-be cardinal is known for his closeness to vulnerable communities and his commitment to Gospel values. During his episcopacy, he has worked tirelessly for social justice, the defense of human rights, and the formation of new generations of priests and committed laypeople.
Beatification of Ján Havlík, CM, Vincentian seminarian: to the Glory of the Altars
by Marlio Nasayó Liévano, CM | August 30, 2024 | Congregation of the Mission, News | 0 Comments
On August 31, 2024, the beatification of Ján Havlík, a seminarian of the Congregation of the Mission, will take place in Šaštin (Slovakia). The representative of the Holy Father will be Cardinal Marcello Semeraro, Prefect of the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints.
July 30: St. Justin de Jacobis, C.M.
by Famvin Media Resources | July 30, 2024 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation | 0 Comments
St. Justin de Jacobis, C.M. was the great apostle to the Abyssinian people (today, the people of Eritrea and Ethiopia).
Pope Francis Appoints Monsignor Bokalic Iglic CM as Primate of Argentina
by Vincentian Family Office | July 25, 2024 | Congregation of the Mission, News | 0 Comments
The Holy See has announced the elevation of the Diocese of Santiago del Estero in Argentina to the rank of archdiocese, along with the appointment of its first archbishop, Monsignor Vicente Bokalic Iglic, C.M. This appointment includes the title of Primate of Argentina.
Celebrating 100 Years of the Congregation of the Mission in Indonesia
by .famvin | Jun 12, 2023 | Congregation of the Mission, News
On June 1, 2023, the Vincentian Family from various groups and parishes in Indonesia celebrated 100 years of the CM’s arrival in Indonesia with a 10km long march and a meeting.
Celebrating World Day of Prayer for Vocations 2023 in Papua New Guinea
by .famvin | May 25, 2023 | Congregation of the Mission, News, Vincentian Family
Report on the 60th World Day of Prayer for Vocations on April 29, 2023.
Beatification Process of the Vincentian Seminarian, Janko Havlik, C.M. (Slovakia)
by Marlio Nasayó Liévano, CM | May 3, 2023 | Congregation of the Mission, News
In 1943, he moved to Banska Bystrica and entered the Apostolic School, (Minor Seminary) of the Congregation of the Mission of St. Vincent de Paul where he completed his baccalaureate studies.
A letter from Ukraine on situation of the members of the Congregation of the Mission
by Tomasz Zieliński | Mar 7, 2022 | Conflict in Ukraine, Congregation of the Mission
S letter of Father Jan Trzop, C.M, the former Provincial of the Vice-Province of St. Cyril and Methodius, who has been working in Ukraine for many years, in which he describes the current situation in all the Vincentian communities in Ukraine.
Vincent Helps: An Icon of Quick Response
by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 6, 2022 | Congregation of the Mission, News
Based on a zoom interview with Fr. Geowen Porcincula CM, former team leader of Vincent Helps at its institution and present Vincentian Foundation Assistant Executive Director.
150th Anniversary of the Philippine Province of the Congregation of the Mission
by Vincentian Family Office | Feb 28, 2022 | Congregation of the Mission, News
One hundred fifty Years seem so long but in the life of the Congregation of the Mission, it is relatively a drop in the bucket.
Towards the Fifth Centenary of the Congregation of the Mission
by Marlio Nasayó Liévano, c.m. | Feb 6, 2022 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation
Let us try to understand and appreciate the desires of St. Vincent de Paul regarding his “Little Company.”
The Congregation of the Mission: Revitalizing Our Identity
by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 21, 2022 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation
Some preparatory materials are being provided ahead of the 2022 CM General Assembly, for reflection and sharing. One of the documents is “The identity of the CM at the beginning of its fifth centenary” by Vinícius Augusto Teixeira, CM.
The Congregation of the Mission in Ireland
by Famvin Media Resources | Oct 22, 2021 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation, News
Learn about the Congregation of the Mission in Ireland in this video produced by Vincentian Family Ireland.
Saint John Gabriel Perboyre: formative years
by Famvin Media Resources | Sep 10, 2021 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation
See a presentation that shows how Saint John Gabriel Perboyre was formed and influenced by his family and the people around him, and take a video tour of Perboyre’s birthplace in France, featuring interviews with the descendants of his family.
Life of St. Justin de Jacobis, C.M.
by Famvin Media Resources | Jul 30, 2021 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation
A brief presentation of the biography of St. Justin de Jacobis.
5 Faces of Justin de Jacobis
by Famvin Media Resources | Jul 25, 2021 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation
Feast Day: July 30 Long after Justin’s death, Cardinal Massaia, who had ordained him, stated: After 35 years I can still, to a large extent, recall the sermons which I listened to in those days, so great was the impression which he made on me, and also on others… To...