In 1896, the first missionaries of the Sisters of St. Vincent de Paul, Servants of the Poor, left for Brazil.
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Vincentian Family Office Informational Video
by Vincentian Family Office | August 15, 2022 | Formation, News | 0 Comments
The International Vincentian Family Office, responding to the requests of the Executive Committee, coordinates activities, provides information and offers formation experiences on the legacy and charism of St. Vincent de Paul to the various branches of the Vincentian Family around the world.
Meet Nadia, who receives Depaul food baskets, and volunteer Mikhaila
by Vincentian Family Office | August 14, 2022 | Conflict in Ukraine, News | 0 Comments
The Depaul Ukraine team hold regular food distributions where people can collect food baskets or meals from local volunteers.
Northern Mozambique: a Warning to Prevent Oblivion
by Luciano Ferreira, CM | August 13, 2022 | Disasters and Responses, News | 1 Comment
When media attention is focused on a new part of the world and the shocking events taking place there, other parts of the planet are easily forgotten, however poignant their dramas may be.
August 14: International Women’s Day in the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul
by .famvin | August 11, 2022 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 3 Comments
This is the third year that the International Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SSVP) celebrates Women’s Day, on the 200th anniversary of the birthday of Amélie Ozanam (wife of founder Frederic Ozanam).
Caring for Earth, Caring for You
by .famvin | Mar 13, 2023 | News
Catholic Sisters Week, March 8-14, 2023, celebrates the selfless and invaluable contributions of Catholic Sisters.
Books Bring Joy to Kenyan Students at St. Francis of Assisi Primary School
by .famvin | Mar 11, 2023 | News
In a small school nestled in the heart of Marereni, Kenya, a wonderful surprise has brought joy to the hearts of both...
13 Houses Campaign and Street Children in Kenya
by Dee Mansi | Feb 23, 2020 | News
In Kitale (Kenya), the 13 Houses Campaign led by Sister Winnie, DC is thriving. The street children come after sleeping there to the Daughter of Charity Upendo shelter.
Mission of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Morocco
by Javier F. Chento | Feb 22, 2020 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul has undertaken the necessary steps to become established in Morocco.
Create a New Logo for the SSVP International!
by David Barringer, CEO SSVP | Feb 22, 2020 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Submit ideas to a contest for a new international SSVP logo!
Charity in a Smile
by Javier F. Chento | Feb 20, 2020 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
When we arrive at the home of a poor person, the first thing we give them is our smile. I believe this is charity.
Persons Experiencing Homelessness Have Their Say at UN
by Margaret O'Dwyer | Feb 20, 2020 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
A tangible energy pervaded the United Nations in New York during the recent 58th Commission for Social Development.
The Poor Evangelize Us
by Vincentian Family Office | Feb 17, 2020 | News
Pope Francis tells us that the poor evangelize us and help us to discover the beauty of the gospel.
International Competition for Writings on Félix Clavé, co-Founder of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul
by Javier F. Chento | Feb 16, 2020 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
The General Council of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul hereby opens the International Literary Competition on “The First Conference.”
Vincentians Helping to Develop Catholic Social Teaching on Homelessness
by Javier F. Chento | Feb 16, 2020 | News
Members of the Famvin Homeless Alliance and the wider Vincentian Family are helping to develop Catholic Social Teaching in the area of homelessness.
A New Approach to Life and Ministry in Slovakia
by Ján Janček, C.M. | Feb 15, 2020 | News
The Congregation of the Mission Province in Slovakia organizes a formation session for its members each year.