Formation
The Immaculate Conception: Vincentian Perspectives
The presence of Mary is abundant, clear and solid in the experience of St. Louise and St. Vincent.
How What I Dreaded Became a Source of Life
St. Vincent placed great importance on what he called “Repetition of Prayer.”
Vincentian Advent Reflections 2023 – Week 2
We are called to be compassionate to all.
Informational Video about the International Formation Center (CIF) in Paris
Father Andrés Motto, Director of the International Formation Center (CIF) in Paris, explains the work that is done during the formation sessions that are offered to the members of the Vincentian Family (priests, brothers, sisters and laymen and women).
A Resource for the Feast of the Assumption of Mary
A presentation of thoughts about the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, from the writings of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, St. Louise de Marillac, and St. Vincent de Paul.
The Pope Video • For Small Businesses
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: For Small Businesses.
Sisters of Charity of Nazareth Associates: A 50 Year History 1972-2022 (Part 03)
Throughout the more than 200 year history of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth (SCN), friends from the broader community have walked beside the Sisters in their call to follow the charism of St. Vincent de Paul and St. Louise de Marillac. From the earliest days, these partners have been integral to the SCN mission.
Our Timeless Home Visit
Why, in this day and age, does the Society of St. Vincent de Paul serve primarily through home visits? For the same reason we have always done so.
Challenges of “Walking the Talk”
There are times when I have thought of another “Yeah, talk is cheap”! Other times I have stood on the sidelines in awe, watching how well another ”walks the talk.”
A Vincentian View: Being Rich in What Matters to God
The blessing of abundance carries with it a responsibility. Jesus points out that truth when he tells the parable of the rich man with the abundant harvest.
Corinth – Is the Past Prologue?
In “The Tempest,” Shakespeare wrote, “What’s past is prologue!” Antonio is rationalizing the past as setting the stage for their next act, as a prologue does in a play.
Alert to the Dangers the World Poses
Jesus is the cry that seek to alert us of the risks that we run. For we live in a world that fosters individualism and hoarding. Not a few of Jesus’ teachings, the paradoxes in particular, raise eyebrows and puzzle. Through them, he holds those who hear him...