Louise de Marillac was a woman of many gifts. She learned to wait patiently to discover God’s will and then she did it.

by Famvin Media Resources | June 24, 2025 | Formation, Vincentian Places | 0 Comments
When Ozanam rented a country house in Sceaux, not far from Paris, his friend Jean-Jacques Ampère visited him on a regular schedule.
by .famvin | June 23, 2025 | Formation, Saints and Blessed of the Vincentian Family | 0 Comments
The Martyrs of Arras and Sister Marguerite Rutan were Daughters of Charity who gave their lives during the French Revolution, remaining faithful to their faith and commitment to serving the poor. Their courage, dedication, and witness to the Gospel made them symbols of holiness and resistance, later recognized by the Church as true martyrs.
by Famvin Media Resources | June 23, 2025 | Formation, Media | 0 Comments
The story of the Martyrs of Arras, based on “In the Footsteps of Vincent de Paul: a Guide to Vincentian France” by Father John E. Rybolt, C.M.
by .famvin | June 23, 2025 | Formation, Vincentian Dictionary | 0 Comments
Money has evolved from barter to digital currencies, reflecting shifts in technology, trust, and economic systems. Beyond trade, it carries deep ethical and spiritual significance, calling us to use it justly and in service of human dignity and the common good.
by Famvin Media Resources | May 16, 2025 | Formation, Media
Louise de Marillac was a woman of many gifts. She learned to wait patiently to discover God’s will and then she did it.
by .famvin | May 15, 2025 | Formation, Outstanding Vincentians
Sister Blandina Segale’s life is a remarkable testament to faith, bravery, and selfless devotion to others. Her fearless stand against injustice, and her tireless efforts in education and healthcare have cemented her place in history. As her cause for sainthood progresses, her legacy continues to serve as an inspiration, proving that true heroism is found not in acts of violence, but in acts of love and compassion. Her story remains a guiding light for those who seek to make the world a better place through faith and service.
by Vincentian Family Office | May 14, 2025 | Formation, Vincentian Branches
Vincentian Marian Youth (VMY) is an international association of young Catholics, born from the desire of the Virgin...
by José Alves CM | Feb 23, 2025 | 400th anniversary Jubilee, Formation
407 years ago, St. Vincent de Paul organized the first home care service, driven by compassion for the abandoned sick. His initiative structured parish charity, providing close and humane care to the most vulnerable.
by Robert Maloney, CM. | Feb 22, 2025 | 50th anniversary of the Canonization of Mother Seton, Formation, Sisters of Charity
Elizabeth Ann Seton, the first U.S.-born saint, was a multifaceted and compassionate woman who navigated a life marked by personal loss, religious conversion, and tireless dedication to education and charity. From her reflective childhood to founding the Sisters of Charity and enduring the loss of loved ones, her faith, resilience, and commitment to serving others left an enduring legacy, culminating in her canonization in 1975.
by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 21, 2025 | Formation, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
In this video, created for children by St Vincent de Paul (SVP) Mini Vinnies England & Wales, we hear the story of the life of St. Vincent de Paul and a short reflection on what his life can tell us today.
by Michael Joseph Egan | Feb 20, 2025 | Formation, Outstanding Vincentians
Father Jean Marie Aladel, CM was the spiritual director of the seminary of the Daughters of Charity on Rue du Bac in Paris in 1830. It was he who heard the message transmitted to him by the young Sister Catherine Labouré about the Marian visions she had received with the assignment to mint and disseminate a medal.
by Vincentian Family Office | Feb 19, 2025 | Formation, Vincentian Branches
The origin of the International Association of Charities (AIC) dates back to a Sunday in August 1617 in Châtillon, France. During a mass, Saint Vincent de Paul called upon his congregation to assist a needy family.
by Tim Williams | Feb 18, 2025 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul, SVDP Contemplation
Frédéric Ozanam emphasized that the Society of St. Vicent de Paul should remain free from political debates, focusing instead on charity and unity, believing that faith and service could transcend political divisions. While acknowledging natural political disagreements, he encouraged seeking common ground and prioritizing acts of love and service over ideological disputes.
by Ross Reyes Dizon | Feb 18, 2025 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus makes known the Father who is full of mercy and is kind. He wants all those who hear him to live as true sons and daughters of the Father.
by .famvin | Feb 18, 2025 | Formation
This article is an adaptation of the recent “Action Alert: Thinking Critically in a World of Misinformation and Disinformation.” It explores the growing impact of misinformation and disinformation, their role in shaping public perception, and ways to develop digital literacy and critical thinking skills to counter false narratives.
by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 18, 2025 | Formation, Vincentian Places
Frederic Ozanam visited and wrote about this Chapel; evidence demonstrating the devotion to Saint Vincent de Paul that became a regular part of his spirituality.