As the Church bids farewell to Pope Francis, the Vincentian Family around the world pauses not only in mourning, but in reflection. For those who follow in the footsteps of St. Vincent de Paul, the life and legacy of Pope Francis feel deeply familiar: a love for the poor that is not abstract, a faith expressed in action, a Church that is close to the people, and a Gospel lived on the margins.
Pope Francis passed away today, Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88, after being hospitalized at Gemelli Hospital in Rome and spending several weeks in recovery at his residence. His health was delicate, and unfortunately, he did not respond to treatment.
Presented at the Second Convocation of the Vincentian Family in Rome (November 2024), the video “Faces of Charity” brings to life eleven real stories of service from around the globe. These testimonies reveal the everyday courage and creativity of Vincentian communities committed to the poor, weaving a powerful narrative of hope, dignity, and transformative love.
The II International Convocation of the Vincentian Family took place in Rome from November 14 to 17, 2024, bringing together members from around the world to strengthen their mission of serving the poor. Inés Barés from Panama shared her testimony, highlighting the joy of reconnecting with fellow Vincentians, learning from diverse experiences, and reinforcing the bonds that keep the Vincentian fire alive.
An Exhortation of the Vincentian Family on Immigration Policies, urging governments to adopt compassionate immigration policies that respect human dignity. Grounded in biblical teachings and the Vincentian charism, we are committed to providing pastoral care and practical assistance to migrants while advocating for just and humane practices globally.
The Second Convocation of the Vincentian Family, held in Rome in November 2024, reaffirmed the commitment to responding to the cry of the poor and the earth through synodality and structural transformation. Sr. Solange Wider, a Sister of Charity of St. Jeanne Antida Thouret, shares her testimony.
Father Tomaž Mavrič, CM’s Lenten letter invites the Vincentian Family to deepen their understanding of the virtues of St. Vincent de Paul — humility, simplicity, and charity — inspiring us to look at the poorest with committed love. Thanks to the Vincentian Family Translators’ Fellowship, this reflection is now available as a podcast to listen to, download, and share.
The Vincentian Family is celebrating the Ten-Year Anniversary of the creation of The Vincentian Family Office.
The Second Convocation of the Vincentian Family, held in Rome in November 2024, reaffirmed the commitment to responding to the cry of the poor and the earth through synodality and structural transformation. Sister María Donat, a Daughter of Charity, highlighted the richness of the gathering and the need to live out service with simplicity, promoting structures that transform the reality of the poorest and foster human dignity and care for the planet.
Lent is a time of spiritual renewal, and the story of the Andes survivors serves as a powerful metaphor for this journey, showing how abandonment and suffering can lead to profound encounters with God. Just as the survivors discovered faith and inner transformation amidst extreme hardship, Lent invites us to cultivate virtues like simplicity, humility, gentleness, mortification, and zeal, allowing our spiritual garden to bloom as we prepare for Easter.
The Second International Vincentian Family Gathering in Rome (November 14–17, 2024) renewed the commitment to serving the poor with creativity and unity, as highlighted in its final document, “Keeping the Fire Burning to Be Pilgrims of Hope.” Wendy Fuentes from Honduras shared how the event enriched her spiritually, strengthening her passion for service through shared experiences, Eucharistic celebrations, and reflections with Vincentians from around the world.
With joy and hearts full of hope, we present the II Convocation of the Vincentian Family document entitled, “Keeping the Fire Burning to be Pilgrims of Hope”.
