The Louise de Marillac Vincentian Foundation, a non-profit institution with a deep humanitarian and Christian vocation, has been a fundamental pillar in the assistance and integral promotion of the most vulnerable people, especially the elderly poor, in Colombia.
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Engaged Minds, Busy Hands at “Backpack League” Summer Camp
by Tony Nochim | September 4, 2024 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 1 Comment
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 | September 1, 2024 | News | 0 Comments
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 | August 31, 2024 | Famvin 2024, Featured, News | 0 Comments
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 | August 30, 2024 | Famvin 2024, News | 0 Comments
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.
Loaves and Fishes
by .famvin | Sep 23, 2024 | News
Mary and Willy Miranda are devoted to feeding Patterson’s needy
A Desire to Help and Transform the Lives of the Poorest
by Elspeth Robinson | Sep 22, 2024 | News
In 2002, after being made redundant from St John of God Hospital in Scorton, North Yorkshire, I found myself on a life-changing journey to Kumi Hospital in eastern Uganda.
Belize “Adoption” Program Sets Out to Help Senior Citizens
by .famvin | May 20, 2024 | News, Sisters of Charity
In an effort to address the growing needs of senior citizens facing financial constraints, LIFE (Living Independently in Full Existence) in Belize has initiated an “Adopt-a-Senior” program.
The Rosalie Projects: “Load-bearing Walls”
by Domitienne Esuba, DC | May 19, 2024 | Daughters of Charity, News
The goal of the “Load-bearing Walls” project is to complete the construction of a nursery school for children of poor families in a remote region of Tanzania.
Congregation of the Mission Institutional Video
by Vincentian Family Office | May 19, 2024 | Congregation of the Mission, News
The Congregation of the Mission has released an institutional video presenting its identity and mission in today’s world.
Americans Are Waking Up to the Homelessness Crisis. Here’s How to Fix It
by John Berry | May 19, 2024 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
On April 22, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in City of Grants Pass, Oregon v. Johnson—a case which aims to determine whether local governments can make it a crime for someone to live outside and unsheltered if they have no home.
The Pope Video • For the formation of men and women religious, and seminarians
by .famvin | May 18, 2024 | Church, Formation, Reflections
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: For the formation of men and women religious, and seminarians.
Latest News from some new communities of the Daughters of Charity International (Video)
by Famvin Media Resources | May 17, 2024 | Daughters of Charity, News
In this video, the Sisters of five new communities of the Daughters of Charity in Africa and India tell us about what’s happening on the ground where they are.
Twenty Years in the Making
by Tony Nochim | May 16, 2024 | News
Michelle Neuhauser had no idea who she had become. Drugs affected her appearance in drastic ways. “It was like I was dead inside, and I didn’t really care what happened to me because I had let everyone down. When I looked in the mirror, I didn’t even recognize myself...
Julian’s Journey
by Prasanthi Mandapati, SCN | May 16, 2024 | News, Sisters of Charity
Julian, a child with multiple disabilities, including autism and visual challenges, faced significant obstacles upon entering the Asha Deepam Special School in Crawford, Trichy, five years ago. At that time, he could not recognize his mother’s face and relied on...
On May 15th, we celebrate the “International Day of Families”
by .famvin | May 15, 2024 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Home visits are one of the most prominent actions in the SSVP alongside poor families Today, May 15th, humanity will be celebrating INTERNATIONAL DAY OF FAMILIES. The date was established by the United Nations (UN) in 1994. Therefore, this year marks the 30th...