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Colombia After the Earthquake: The Vincentian Family Amid Loss, Damage, Solidarity, and Hope
A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia on August 10, killing hundreds and devastating communities. The Vincentian Family has not escaped the tragedy: a Vincentian volunteer died, houses and churches were damaged, and communities are mobilizing in prayer, solidarity, assessment, and aid. Here is what we know so far.
Vincentian Family Office Publishes Global Statement on the Humanitarian Crisis in Ceuta
In the face of the human tragedy in Ceuta, the Vincentian Family Office expresses its sorrow for those who have died or remain missing and calls for immediate protection for the survivors, especially children. No border, political interest, or immigration status can be placed above a person’s life, dignity, and rights.
“Love Above All:” Voices of Faith, Charity, and Vincentian Hope
Love Above All, the recently released album by Javier F. Chento, brings together 18 Christian songs performed entirely a cappella: 15 in English and 3 in Spanish. Presented as the first volume of songs rooted in Vincentian spirituality, the collection moves through Scripture, personal prayer, praise, discipleship, friendship, social commitment, and service to people who are poor.
Two Paths of Vincentian Renewal in Paris: CIF Programs for September and November 2026
Two 2026 programs at the International Formation Center in Paris invite Vincentians to return to the sources of their charism and renew their service of Christ and the poor. The September session offers a month of spiritual renewal, while the November program focuses on missionaries, parish priests, and collaborators engaged in pastoral ministry.
Christians in Every Camp, Captives of None: A Vincentian Approach to Political Ideology
Political convictions can enrich Christian engagement, but they become dangerous when ideology replaces the Gospel. Inspired by Frédéric Ozanam, this article proposes four Vincentian tests for political discernment: God’s Word, closeness to the poor, community life, and concrete service in building God’s Kingdom.
New Formation Resource: 10 Takeaways for Vincentians from “Magnifica Humanitas”
The Vincentian Family Office offers a free booklet, available in English and Spanish, presenting ten Vincentian takeaways from Pope Leo XIV’s Magnifica Humanitas for reflection, dialogue, formation, and action.
VIFAM Is Born: Africa and Madagascar Walk Together as One Vincentian Family
There are moments in the life of the Church when the Spirit quietly weaves new paths of communion. The First General Assembly of the Vincentian Family of Africa and Madagascar (VIFAM), held at the Subiaco Retreat Centre in Nairobi, Kenya, from June 19–21, 2026, was one of those grace-filled moments.
“Keeping the Fire Burning to Be Pilgrims of Hope”: Document of the Second Convocation of the Vincentian Family
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”.
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Now Available: Biographies and Liturgical Prayers for the Saints and Blesseds of the Vincentian Family
A workgroup made up of members of the Vincentian Family has been working in recent years on preparing a document that includes all the saints and blesseds of the Vincentian Family, offering a brief biography of each of them, and another document that offers the specific prayers for the Eucharist of each one of them.
Materials for a Vincentian Charism Retreat
On the occasion of the feast of Pentecost 2023, an international team from different branches of the Vincentian Family have published a guide for a personal retreat that can be done over the course of five days.
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