The Empowering Change toolkit provides practical strategies and comprehensive resources to tackle homelessness from both local and global perspectives. It is a concrete call to act boldly, with compassion and collaboration.

by Vincentian Family Office | June 17, 2025 | Featured, News | 0 Comments
This June 2025, the international Vincentian Family prepares to celebrate a very special milestone: the 10th anniversary of the Vincentian Family Office.
by .famvin | June 16, 2025 | News | 0 Comments
Eight congregations of Catholic sisters in Baltimore have launched the “Put the Guns Down. Let Peace Begin with Us” campaign, using city buses and subways to call for an end to gun violence. Rooted in faith and solidarity, the campaign aims to raise awareness, promote peace, and offer hope in the face of ongoing urban violence.
by .famvin | June 16, 2025 | News, Sisters of Charity | 0 Comments
The Medical Mission Sisters of the North India Unit and the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, Patna Province, celebrated 25 years of collaborative ministry at Kurji Holy Family Hospital in Patna, marking a significant milestone in the Church’s healing mission in Bihar. Rooted in shared leadership, trust, and the vision of their foundresses, the partnership has become a model of inter-congregational unity and compassionate healthcare.
by .famvin | June 15, 2025 | News | 0 Comments
The following letter comes from Senegal, where the Daughters of Charity are leading a hopeful initiative as part of the 13 Houses Jubilee Project. Rooted in the Vincentian tradition of service to those most in need, the project aims to improve the living conditions of nine particularly vulnerable families in a rural community by supporting the construction or repair of their homes.
by .famvin | Jun 8, 2025 | News
The Empowering Change toolkit provides practical strategies and comprehensive resources to tackle homelessness from both local and global perspectives. It is a concrete call to act boldly, with compassion and collaboration.
by .famvin | Jun 7, 2025 | News
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Fr. Nélio Pereira Pita, C.M., currently General Assistant of the Congregation of the Mission, as Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Braga (Portugal) and titular bishop of Garba. His episcopal ordination will be held on July 27 at the Cathedral of Braga.
by .famvin | Jun 7, 2025 | News
In recent weeks, El Salvador has experienced a troubling surge in repression targeting non-governmental organizations (NGOs), human rights defenders, and community leaders. Both national and international voices are raising alarms about a systematic pattern of criminalization that threatens the dignity and safety of the most vulnerable populations.
by .famvin | May 22, 2025 | News
In this message to the Vincentian Family, Superior General Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, C.M., invites us to pray for Pope Leo XIV, renewing our missionary spirit and commitment to the poor in light of the new pontificate. A reminder of the evangelical essence of the Vincentian vocation.
by .famvin | May 20, 2025 | Featured, Formation, News
Fr. Robert Maloney’s new book, “A Month with Saint Vincent de Paul: A Retreat at Home,” offers a home-based spiritual retreat with daily meditations grounded in Scripture and Vincentian writings. Available in English and Spanish, it invites readers to deepen their spirituality and renew their commitment to serving the poor.
by Fr. Shajan CM | May 19, 2025 | News
The Vincentian Family Formation Programme 2025 brought together 40 participants from across India to reflect deeply on the theme “Formation of Heart for an Effective Charity.” Through inspiring sessions, discussions, and community experiences, the program renewed the participants’ commitment to serve the poor with compassion and Vincentian zeal.
by .famvin | May 19, 2025 | Famvin 2024, Featured, News
With deep joy we share the testimony of Sr. Enda Mullen, of the Sisters of the Holy Faith, a congregation belonging to the Vincentian Family. In a brief but inspiring video, Sister Enda recounts her experience during the international meeting held in Rome last November 2024.
by .famvin | May 18, 2025 | Church, News, Pope
Ten powerful passages from the Inaugural Homily of Pope Leo XIV, which deeply impact the members of the Vincentian Family, those who walk in the footsteps of St. Vincent de Paul.
by Samalie Musisi | May 18, 2025 | Homelessness, News
Supported Lodgings, as shown through Susan’s journey, offers vulnerable young people not just a roof over their heads, but the emotional support and life skills needed to rebuild their confidence and future. Through personalized care from hosts and coordinators, it creates a nurturing environment that transforms lives, though it faces ongoing challenges due to funding constraints and a shortage of hosts.
by Sr Gladice, DC | May 17, 2025 | Daughters of Charity, News, The Rosalie Projects
The ‘There’s mice in my room’ project in Yaoundé, Cameroon, equipped a computer room at the Médaille Miraculeuse school, enabling students to access essential digital technology lessons. With support from donors and parents, several computers were installed, greatly improving motivation and teaching, though the room still needs further equipment.
by .famvin | May 16, 2025 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, News
The International Association of the Miraculous Medal (AMM) is delighted to share the latest issue of their Bulletin.
by Famvin Media Resources | May 15, 2025 | Congregation of the Mission, News
From Papua New Guinea, Fr. Neil Lam, CM reminds us that while preaching the Gospel is his mission, it means little if he cannot also feed his people and quench their thirst.