“The Heart of a Vincentian – Coming Soon November 2024” by Mark Choonara, Chief Executive Officer, Daughters of Charity Services.
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Practical Tips for Attending the Second Vincentian Family Convocation in Rome #famvin2024
This November, Rome welcomes attendees of the Second Vincentian Family Convocation for a meaningful event dedicated to fellowship and the mission of service. Participants will join sessions focused on synodality, strengthening community ties and social justice, with a notable celebration with Pope Francis.
Empowering through Skill-building and Education – Mbandaka, Congo
Local Daughters of Charity in Mbandaka, Congo ensure prisoners receive nutrition, medications, toiletries, and spiritual care. The Sisters also provide ongoing education opportunities in languages (Lingala & French), math and religion.
Conclusion of Two Masters Programs in Vincentian Studies
“May the time and energies you have devoted to achieving this goal encourage you to share your experience with others, to be agents of the Vincentian animation in your groups, associations and communities, and to live in fullness the richness of our charism and spirituality” (Fr. Tomaž Mavrič).
Pope Francis Releases the Encyclical “Dilexit nos,” Quoting St. Vincent de Paul Three Times
On October 24, Pope Francis has released his fourth encyclical, entitled Dilexit nos (“He Loved Us”), inviting the whole Church to rediscover the centrality of Christ’s love expressed in the Sacred Heart, and God’s unconditional love for humanity through the mystery of the Heart of Christ.
Make Room…Here Come The Young
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
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
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
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?
Summer camp “Put u život”
Summer camp “Put u život” is the first Livan camp for people with disabilities.
20th Anniversary of the Society of Saint Vincent Paul in Cambodia (2004-2024)
On September 21, 2024, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Cambodia gathered in Phnom Penh to celebrate its 20 years of history.
The Countdown Begins: Less Than a Month Until We Meet in Rome #famvin2024
Time is ticking, and we’re less than a month away from the long-awaited Second International Gathering of the Vincentian Family, which will take place in Rome from November 14-17, 2024.
