Farm of Hope, a rehabilitation home for addicted men in the rural area of Sao Paulo, Brazil, provides a place for men to break free from their addictions while discovering purpose and building new skills.
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Pope Francis Appoints Fr. Getahun Fanta Shikune CM as Vicar Apostolic of Nekemte (Ethiopia)
by Vincentian Family Office | July 19, 2024 | Congregation of the Mission, News | 0 Comments
The Vicariate of Nekemte became vacant when Pope Francis appointed Bishop Varghese Thottamkara, CM, the former Vicar Apostolic of Nekemte, as the Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Balasore in India on May 10, 2023.
Rhode Island Vincentians Turning Apartments Into Homes
by .famvin | July 18, 2024 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
The work being done by the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Rhode Island this summer is exemplary of the value of long-term assistance to our neighbors in need.
Meeting of the Confraternity of Indigenous Vincentians in Quito, Ecuador, July 8 to 12
by Confraternity of Indigenous Vincentians | July 17, 2024 | News | 0 Comments
Thirty-eight individuals representing the indigenous Vincentian family, we gathered at the Gethsemani Retreat House in Quito, Ecuador (July 8 to 12, 2024) under the theme: The cry of Mother Earth and the journey of the indigenous peoples.
The Heart of a Leader – Sr. Barbara Flad #Famvin2024
by .famvin | July 17, 2024 | Famvin 2024, News | 0 Comments
Sister Barbara Flad, from Austria, delegate of the Federation of Sisters of Charity of Strasbourg to the Executive Board of the Vincentian Family, tells us about her vision and her “dream”.
SSVP’s Worldwide Involvement: the Challenges of Working With the UN
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Aug 15, 2024 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
Today, the SSVP is present in 155 countries. However, this expansion brings with it significant challenges, especially when it comes to working with global organizations such as the United Nations (UN).
Pilgrims Consider the Miraculous Medal as a Treasure
by Community of the Daughters of Charity in Rabé de las Calzadas | Aug 15, 2024 | Daughters of Charity, News
An email from a Californian pilgrim couple recounts their spiritual experience on the Camino de Santiago, highlighting the profound impact of receiving the Miraculous Medal from the Daughters of Charity and feeling Mary’s presence guiding them to Jesus.
New Issue of Famvin Newsletter Is Now Available!
by .famvin | Dec 21, 2023 | Featured, News
The Famvin Communications Commission has released the second issue of the bulletin “FamVin News”. Click and discover It! ☝️
Vincentian Family in Italy: Conference on Louise’s Enlightenment
by Vincentian Family Office | Dec 21, 2023 | News
On December 2, at the Casa Immacolata of the Daughters of Charity in Rome, there was a Conference on the Enlightenment: “Four Hundred Years after the Enlightenment Experience of St. Louise de Marillac 1623-2023.”
COP28 : An historic agreement for a “transition away from fossil fuels” by 2050
by Michelle Loisel, DC | Dec 21, 2023 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
The climate crisis is intensifying and it’s touching every part of our lives. Global efforts to address climate change are more urgent than ever.
Odair Miguel, priest of the Congregation of the Mission in Brazil, ordained bishop on December 8th
by Vincentian Family Office | Dec 19, 2023 | News
The Vincentian missionary, Odair Miguel Gonsalves dos Santos, CM., was ordained bishop in his hometown of Irati, Paraná (Brazil), in the parish church of St. Michael.
10,000 People Housed through Vincentian Family Global Campaign to End Homelessness
by Vincentian Family Office | Dec 17, 2023 | News
Thanks to the unity and commitment of the Vincentian Family, 102 varied projects around the world have emerged to serve different people experiencing homelessness and lacking a safe place to call home.
Rome – More than 100 religious people for a culture of protection from abuse
by .famvin | Dec 14, 2023 | News
90 religious congregations of men and women at the Fraterna Domus in Sacrofano (Rome), gathered for a week sponsored by the Care and Protection Commission of the Unions of Superiors General (Uisg/Usg).
First Phase of 13 Houses Project in Río de Janeiro (Brazil) completed on the Feast of Saint Vincent de Paul
by Vincentian Family Office | Dec 12, 2023 | News
This year, September 27, 2023, the feast of St. Vincent de Paul, was even more special for the Daughters of Charity of the Province of Rio de Janeiro. It was the day chosen to hand over the keys to the first six houses of the 13 Houses Project. The houses are located...
The Establishment of SCNs in Nongdiwah
by .famvin | Dec 11, 2023 | News
Nazareth Convent, Nongdiwah — Sisters of Charity of Nazareth began ministry initiatives among the people of North East India in 2018
2024 marks 175 years since the founding of the Sisters of Charity – Halifax
by Margaret Mary Fitzpatrick | Dec 10, 2023 | News, Sisters of Charity
In August 2024 our Congregation will celebrate the 175th anniversary of their landing in Halifax, Nova Scotia and starting their mission to give joyful witness to love!