Housing is the cornerstone on which people build their lives. Without access to suitable housing, essential dimensions of life become exceedingly difficult.
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First Pilgrimage of Vincentian Youth in Brazil
The Sanctuary Caraça received six branches of the Vincentian Family for an historical meeting.
The Daughters of Charity respond to homelessness affecting children in the streets of Kitale (Kenya)
Each year, on 10th October, World Homeless Day is marked to educate people across the world about homelessness issues, and to reflect on how homelessness can affect people of all countries, paths of life and ages, especially children.
UN General Assembly Features Five Summits
The General Assembly is a time in which all 193 member states meet to address prominent global issues. This year’s Assembly is unique in that it also features five summits.
We Look Forward to Receiving your Composition for the Vincentian Song Festival!
The Vincentian Song Festival is on its way! We have already begun to receive songs. Yours is missing!
The Beautiful Prayer of Pope Francis for the Workers of Akamasoa
The Pope met the workers of Akamasoa, the “City of Friendship,” and prayed for them all.
175 Years of the Congregation of Brothers of Our Lady, Mother of Mercy Celebrated Worldwide
The 175-year Jubilee of the Congregation of Brothers of Our Lady, Mother of Mercy (CMM) was celebrated with various activities.
“I’ve called you friends…” (Jn 15:15): at “The Charity” of Turin, We Call Ourselves Friends
In Turin, there is a small Vincentian Center “for and with” the homeless…”Saint Louise House.” It is also called simply “Charity.”
Spreading the Word About the “13 Houses” Among Vincentians in Brazil
Ada Ferreira, the volunteer ambassador from Brazil, hasn’t missed a chance to encourage Vincentians to join the Alliance and the “13 Houses” Campaign.
Campus Ministers Serve St. John’s Students
St. John’s University relies on campus ministers to help more than 33,000 students cope with homesickness, separation from parents, and their faith.
Niagara University Schedules Events to Celebrate Vincentian Heritage Week
Niagara University has scheduled a full slate of events to celebrate its rich history of education and service in the spirit of St. Vincent de Paul. “A Heightened Sense of Purpose” is the theme of this year’s Vincentian Heritage Week, which will take place Sept. 21-29, 2019.
Greeting of Pope Francis During his Visit to Akamasoa
During the Apostolic Journey to Mozambique, Madagascar and Mauritius, the Holy Father Francis visited the City of Friendship, Akamasoa.
