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Make Room…Here Come The Young
by Jim Claffey | October 24, 2024 | Formation, News, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 1 Comment
The United Nations on September 20th had a very different feeling. Or vibe, as the younger generation would say.
New Book: Our Lady of the Green Scapular
by Nico Fassino | October 23, 2024 | News | 1 Comment
Our Lady of the Green Scapular is the title of a new book about the origins of the Green Scapular devotion, the spread of Marian devotion around the world, and a unique shrine established in America in the 1950s.
Convocation in Rome: With Pope Francis during the World Day of the Poor #famvin2024
by .famvin | October 23, 2024 | Famvin 2024, News | 0 Comments
One of the most anticipated moments of the Second Convocation of the Vincentian Family will take place on Sunday morning, November 17, when the participants will experience an unforgettable encounter with the Holy Father, Pope Francis, during the celebration of the World Day of the Poor.
Webinar on “Understanding Safeguarding and How it Applies to our Work in the Vincentian Family”, November 4
by Denise el-Khoury | October 21, 2024 | News | 0 Comments
Please join us for our upcoming webinar. The session will aim to develop our understanding of terms like “safeguarding” – what does it mean? How we can take a practical approach to making our projects safe for the people that we serve?
The Heart of a Leader – Juan Manuel Gómez, SSVP #Famvin2024
by .famvin | Oct 28, 2024 | Famvin 2024, News
Juan Manuel Gómez, president of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, is here to make a call to you, to attend the second Assembly of the Vincentian Family, which will be held, God willing, in Rome from November 14-17 with the theme: “Keeping the fire burning.”
SCL Associates Reconnect and Reflect at Colorado Associate Days 2024
by .famvin | Oct 28, 2024 | News
The “Colorado Associate Days 2024” event took place from July 19 to 21 at The Gardens at St. Elizabeth in Denver, Colorado, bringing together the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth (SCL) Associates.
Sustainable Living and Lessons from the Past
by Kacie Emmerson | Oct 27, 2024 | News
The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth reflect on past sustainable living practices, particularly during the Great Depression, sharing how frugality, resourcefulness, and community support can guide us in addressing today’s ecological challenges.
Revitalizing Our Vincentian Identity: Masters Program in Vincentian Studies 2025
by Tomaž Mavrič, C.M. | Sep 5, 2024 | News
One of the means at our disposal to deepen our Vincentian spirituality and charism is the Master in Vincentian Studies, which has already given good results in the last four years. We are now opening the registration for a new edition, which will be developed in French, English and Spanish.
Vincentian Convocation 2024, September Letter #famvin2024
by .famvin | Sep 5, 2024 | Famvin 2024, Featured, News
Fourth letter of invitation to the Second Convocation of the Vincentian Family, to be held November 14-17, 2024 in the historic city of Rome.
Engaged Minds, Busy Hands at “Backpack League” Summer Camp
by Tony Nochim | Sep 4, 2024 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Creating tie-dye shirts. Math problems incorporating exercise. Interactive storytelling. Robotics. Arts and dance.
The God Minute Made Available to Inmates
by Javier F. Chento | Sep 1, 2024 | News
The God Minute’s daily prayer content, including Rosaries and meditations, will soon be available on tablets to nearly 1 million incarcerated individuals across the U.S., continuing the mission of St. Vincent de Paul to support the spiritual needs of prisoners.
Have you submitted your registration yet, for the Rome Convocation November 14-17? Don’t Leave it ’til the Last Minute! #famvin2024
by .famvin | Aug 31, 2024 | Famvin 2024, Featured, News
This Second Vincentian Convocation is a unique opportunity to gather with other members of the Vincentian Family from around the world in a space for reflection, dialogue, and renewal of our commitment to the values that St. Vincent de Paul bequeathed to us.
The Heart of a Leader – Sr. Grace Hartzog, SC #Famvin2024
by .famvin | Aug 30, 2024 | Famvin 2024, News
Sr. Grace Hartzog, SC, of the Sisters of Charity of Seton Hill, Executive Director of the Federation of Sisters of Charity, tells us the story of her congregation and then shares her hopes for the future of the Vincentian Family.
Beatification of Ján Havlík, CM, Vincentian seminarian: to the Glory of the Altars
by Marlio Nasayó Liévano, CM | Aug 30, 2024 | Congregation of the Mission, News
On August 31, 2024, the beatification of Ján Havlík, a seminarian of the Congregation of the Mission, will take place in Šaštin (Slovakia). The representative of the Holy Father will be Cardinal Marcello Semeraro, Prefect of the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints.
September, Vincentian Month Par Excellence
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Aug 30, 2024 | News, Vincentian Family
The month of September is an invitation to reflect on the Vincentian charism, which focuses on the constant search for God in the poor and the transformation of society through solidarity and service.
The Future of the Multilateralism: Insights from the Upcoming Summit
by .famvin | Aug 29, 2024 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
In September 22-23 2024, world leaders will gather in New York for the United Nations’ Summit of the Future, an event intended to revive a multilateral system built for a different era.