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Learning from the Earth and Its People in Peru
The Integral Ecology Initiative (IEI) of the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth addresses climate, environmental, and social crises by empowering marginalized communities. During a visit to Piura, Peru, the IEI team met local partners working on reforestation, education, social aid, and sustainable livelihoods. The trip deepened partnerships and reinforced IEI’s mission to unite social justice and ecological care.
Help Turn Fear Into Hope This Winter
Every four minutes, a young person in the United Kingdom faces homelessness.
Growing Justice: An Integral Approach to Food Sustainability
Nearly one in eight US Americans faces food insecurity. The University of Saint Mary responds through a greenhouse restoration that grew into a food justice initiative inspired by Laudato Si’. Professors Walker and McIntyre lead students in hands-on learning—growing food, studying food equity, and building gardens—to link care for the earth with care for the poor.
Apostolic Exhortation “Dilexit te”: Reflection on Chapter V
Chapter five of Dilexi te by Pope Leon XIV, presents love for the poor as the heart of the Gospel and a permanent challenge for the Church. Inspired by the Good Samaritan, the text calls for an incarnate, prophetic, and boundless charity, faithful to the heart of God.
Examples That Inspire Admiration: Mr. Getúlio’s “Stubbornness”
At 83, Getúlio do Espírito Santo Torres, from Imperatriz (Maranhão), keeps the flame of the SSVP alive. Despite illness and the weakening of the Conferences, he has never lost hope or the joy of serving. A true example of faith, perseverance, and Vincentian love, he welcomes missionaries, takes part in activities, and celebrates the return of young people to the SSVP in Maranhão.
VII Ibero-American Meeting of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Panama, Under the Theme “Bringing Hope”
From October 30 to November 2, Panama City opened its arms to the speakers and National Presidents of the SSVP from South America, Central America and the Caribbean, joined by delegations from the USA, Canada, Spain, and Portugal.
Livestream Announcement: 10th Anniversary of the Vincentian Family Office
As we approach November 22, the international Vincentian Family is preparing to celebrate a special milestone: the 10th Anniversary of the Vincentian Family Office. The events will be livestreamed on YouTube.
The Rosalie Projects: Breathless
The “Breathless” project was implemented in Aracati, a city in the state of Ceará, Brazil, by the Daughters of Charity of the Province of Fortaleza. Led by Sr Patrícia da Silva Gomes, its objective was clear: to create a care facility entirely dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of respiratory problems in children at the Sainte-Louise-de-Marillac Hospital.
From Fine Dining to Finding Emergency Accommodation for Young People in Crisis
Nightstop coordinator, Lily Froidevaux, will ‘fight like hell’ to get young people the support they deserve. Lily didn’t start in social care. She came from the world of fine dining—managing top restaurants in Paris and selling high-end wines to elite clients. But behind the polished hospitality career was a deeper calling she couldn’t ignore.
St. John’s Volunteers Build Home and Hope in Belize
Volunteers from St. John’s parish and school traveled to Belize City this October to construct the Manning and Marilyn McKay House for a local family in need. Guided by faith and inspired by the McKays’ legacy of service, the team joined Hand in Hand Ministries to bring safe housing and a sense of community to Ms. Eugenie, Mr. Mario, and their young son.
Confronting Racial Inequalities in Housing and Homelessness
This Black History Month, Graeme Browne, Floating Support Service Manager of DePual UK, reflects on the intersectionality of race and homelessness, and what drives his commitment to supporting young people facing housing insecurity.
Apostolic Exhortation “Dilexit te”: Reflection on Chapter IV
Chapter IV of “Dilexi te” traces the history of the Social Doctrine of the Church, from Rerum novarum to the present day, showing that the poor are active subjects of faith and thought. It affirms that the Church is only faithful to Christ when it shares their destiny and that charity, a transforming force, must heal the structural causes of poverty.