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Shrine plans museum renovation and new visitor center to enhance story of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
The year-long construction project is scheduled to begin this fall with the goal of enhancing the experience for pilgrims who want to learn more about St. Elizabeth Ann Seton.
‘A True Saint’: Sister Hilda Alonso, Pioneer of the Daughters of Charity in Miami, Dies at 101
Sister Hilda Alonso, a Cuban nun who founded the Daughters of Charity of Saint Vincent de Paul in Miami, dedicated to the care of the poor, and was principal of the Catholic school Colegio La Inmaculada in Havana, died July 5 in Miami. She was 101.
The Historic 50th Pilgrimage to Aparecida brings together 13,000 people
The much awaited 50th national pilgrimage of the members of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul to the Shrine of Our Lady of Aparecida (Brazil) took place between the days of July 8-10.
Reclaiming the Memory of Fr. Mariano Díez Tobar, CM, the Genius That Made Cinema Possible
It turns out that the cradle of the cinematograph is neither France nor the United States, but Spain. And the genius who contributed to the birth of motion pictures was a Vincentian priest, Fr. Mariano Díez Tobar, CM.
A New Vincentian Project for the Care of the Homeless in Madrid (Spain)
Following the example of the young founders of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul and of Sr. Rosalie Rendu, DC, the Society and the Daughters of Charity continue walking the streets with the intention of helping those who are most needy. Today, following the example...
The New Edition 1/2019 of the Ozanam Network Newsletter is Available
Edition No. 1/2019 of the Bulletin “Ozanam Network,” an official publication of the International General Council of the SSVP, is now available.
A Voice From Ireland, UK & Europe: But What Can I Do About It? Is This a Helpless Plea, Questing Request or Call to Action?
Yes! There is so much to be done every day! It’s tempting to forgive inertia or procrastination about finding out about yet another thing! ‘If there is a patron saint of implementation, it is our own St. Vincent. Always suspicious of pure ideas untethered to concrete...
Vincentian Seminarians Walk in the Footsteps of St. Vincent de Paul
After a day spent going to class, studying, or engaged in service, 12 St. John’s University students—who commit themselves to discerning their vocations and joining the Congregation of the Mission—gather for Mass at Miraculous Medal House. Located a short distance...
International Coordinator of the Vincentian Family Homeless Alliance Visits Chile
Mr. Mark McGreevy visited Chile from April 28 to May 5 to sign an agreement between the Vincentian Family Homeless Alliance and the State of Chile, to help people who are homeless.
Lecture Discusses Impact of St. Louise de Marillac as Educator
St. John’s University offered a lecture, “St. Louise de Marillac: A Holistic Educator,” given by Sr. Louise Sullivan, D.C.
Great Britain’s Ambitious 13 Houses Plans
The Vincentian Family in Great Britain is collaborating to plan “13 Houses” projects across the country, and beyond. The ambitious Vincentian spirit is truly alive in the United Kingdom!
The Superior General at the Centennial Jubilee of the Province of Slovenia of the Daughters of Charity
In the joy of the Paschal season, on Saturday after Easter, the Daughters of Charity of the Province of Slovenia gathered with the members of the Vincentian Family and their friends near the Church of Saint Joseph in Celje. This is where the first Vincentian priests...