Juan Manuel Gómez, president of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, is here to make a call to you, to attend the second Assembly of the Vincentian Family, which will be held, God willing, in Rome from November 14-17 with the theme: “Keeping the fire burning.”
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Too Close to Home: One Donor Shares his Story
by .famvin | October 27, 2024 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
Mike Devereaux, whose son experienced homelessness and substance abuse, uses his personal struggles to shape his commitment as a monthly donor and volunteer for St. Vincent de Paul Louisville, believing that giving back is crucial to making a difference.
The Second Vincentian Family Convocation is Just Around the Corner and There is Still Time to Sign Up #famvin2024
by .famvin | October 26, 2024 | Famvin 2024, News | 0 Comments
The Second Convocation of the Vincentian Family in Rome (November 14-17) will bring together Vincentians from around the world to reflect on their mission to serve those most in need and address current challenges, such as inequality, humanitarian crises and Pope Francis’ call for a more synodal Church, closer to the poor.
Conclusion of Two Masters Programs in Vincentian Studies
by .famvin | October 25, 2024 | News | 0 Comments
“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
by .famvin | October 24, 2024 | Featured, News | 1 Comment
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.
SCL Associates Reconnect and Reflect at Colorado Associate Days 2024
by .famvin | Oct 28, 2024 | News
The “Colorado Associate Days 2024” event took place from July 19 to 21 at The Gardens at St. Elizabeth in Denver, Colorado, bringing together the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth (SCL) Associates.
Sustainable Living and Lessons from the Past
by Kacie Emmerson | Oct 27, 2024 | News
The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth reflect on past sustainable living practices, particularly during the Great Depression, sharing how frugality, resourcefulness, and community support can guide us in addressing today’s ecological challenges.
Sudan – A War in the Disregard of the World
by .famvin | Oct 1, 2024 | News
Dramatic testimony of the Sisters of Charity forced to hastily leave the Comboni School in Izba, a vast working-class area on the outskirts of Khartoum North, Sudan, on the edge of the industrial zone, for more than a year now ravaged by a war that no one cares about.
An Enriching Experience at the Vincentian Marian Youth Training Camp
by Christie Khalil | Sep 30, 2024 | News, Vincentian Marian Youth
I had the opportunity to participate in the Vincentian Marian Youth training camp in Hassroun, under the inspiring theme “سِر الى العمق” (Go into the depths), a biblical verse that invites us to explore the depths of our faith and essence.
“We are not just Partners, but real Friends” – meet Anka Skoryk, Depaul Ukraine’s Interim CEO
by .famvin | Sep 29, 2024 | Conflict in Ukraine, News
Meet Anka Skoryk, Depaul Ukraine’s Interim CEO
“Letter of Frederic Ozanam” to the Vincentian Family, on the Occasion of the Second Convocation in Rome, November 14-17 #famvin2024
by .famvin | Sep 28, 2024 | Famvin 2024, News
Can you imagine what Blessed Frederic Ozanam would say to us if he wrote a letter to the members of the Vincentian Family today? This article is just a literary exercise, but perhaps it could be something like this.
We are almost there! Fourth Letter of Invitation to the Second Vincentian Convocation 2024 #famvin2024
by Vincentian Family Office | Sep 26, 2024 | Famvin 2024, News
The Second Convocation of the Vincentian Family, November 14-17, will be a space to listen to the diverse voices within the Family, including ordained, married and single lay people, and all those committed to the Vincentian charism.
Fourth Issue of Famvin Newsletter Is Now Available!
by Famvin Media Resources | Sep 26, 2024 | Featured, News
The Famvin Communications Commission has released the fourth issue of the bulletin “FamVin News”. Click to see It! ☝️
The Family Success Center of Louisville (USA) Celebrates 10 Years
by .famvin | Sep 25, 2024 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Zaire Royster, an incoming sophomore at W.E.B. DuBois Academy, reminisced about his time as an elementary student at the Family Success Center (FSC), located at 1015 S Preston St, Louisville, KY 40203, USA.
Oxfam Intermon’s September 2024 Report: A Call for Global Justice and Action
by .famvin | Sep 24, 2024 | News
Oxfam Intermon, a prominent humanitarian organization known for its work addressing global inequality and poverty, released its 2024 report on September 23rd, painting a grim picture of the world’s economic inequality.
Louise de Marillac Vincentian Foundation (Cali, Colombia): A Legacy of Commitment and Service #famvin2024
by .famvin | Sep 24, 2024 | Famvin 2024, News
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.