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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.
Eradication of Poverty in Musunuru
by Florina Joseph, SCN | Nov 2, 2024 | News, Sisters of Charity
Sister Florina Joseph, SCN, wrote for Vatican News about the efforts of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth to combat poverty in Musunuru, a village in Andhra Pradesh, India.
Don’t miss the opportunity! The Second Convocation of the Vincentian Family in Rome is Less than Two Weeks Away #famvin2024
by .famvin | Nov 2, 2024 | Famvin 2024, News
In less than two weeks, Rome will become the heart of the Vincentian Family: members from around the world will gather to strengthen the bonds that unite them and renew their commitment to the mission of serving those most in need. With the date fast approaching, you still have time to register and be part of this inspiring event.
A Mother and Son Volunteer Together at the Food Pantry
by .famvin | Oct 29, 2024 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Yolanda Shields and her son Ben Blackford, a senior at St. Xavier High School, have formed a deeper bond and gained empathy for those in need by volunteering together at St. Vincent de Paul Louisville’s Food Pantry, an experience that has shaped Ben’s perspective on service as he prepares for college and a career in meteorology.
The Rosalie Projects: Window on lessons
by Maria Jesus Lopez, HC | Sep 16, 2024 | Daughters of Charity, News
In the 15 villages surrounding Diouroup in Senegal, women’s illiteracy is an aggravating factor in their marginalization and poverty.
Finding Jesus in the Margins: A Vincentian’s Experience Through the Homeless Count
by .famvin | Sep 15, 2024 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
At The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Los Angeles, we often receive heartfelt testimonials from our members, known as Vincentians, who are deeply committed to serving those in need. Today, we’re honored to share a moving account from Lynn McCormick, a fellow...
“Letter of St. Vincent de Paul” to the Vincentian Family, on the Occasion of the Second Convocation in Rome, November 14-17 #famvin2024
by .famvin | Sep 14, 2024 | Famvin 2024, News
Can you imagine what St. Vincent de Paul would say to us if he were to write a letter to his followers today? This article is just a literary exercise, but perhaps it could be something like this.
The Rosalie Projects: Crying children
by Tigist Rufael, DC | Sep 12, 2024 | Daughters of Charity, News
Thanks to the ‘Crying Children’ project in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, a widowed woman and her 5 children have regained a decent life and a taste for life.
Response in Kerala Continues as Sisters Reach Out to Displaced Migrants
by Prasanthi Mandapati, SCN | Sep 12, 2024 | News, Sisters of Charity
Joicy Joy, SCN, shares the following update on the landslide tragedy in Wayanad
The Heart of a Vincentian 07 #famvin2024
by Famvin Media Resources | Sep 11, 2024 | Famvin 2024, News
“The Heart of a Vincentian – Coming Soon November 2024” by Br. René Stockman, General Superior, Brothers of Charity.
On the Road to Dignity
by .famvin | Sep 9, 2024 | News
Jamuna, a single mother who faced severe abuse and hardship, was able to rebuild her life and achieve financial independence through the support and vocational training provided by the Navjyoti Center and the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth.
Remembering the Meeting of Leaders of the Vincentian Family in Rome, January 2020 #famvin2024
by .famvin | Sep 7, 2024 | Famvin 2024, News
In January 2020, Rome became the epicenter of a historic event for the Vincentian Family: the meeting of leaders from over 100 branches of this family.
Michael Acaldo to Helm the Society of St. Vincent de Paul USA as Next Chief Executive Officer
by Jill Pioter | Sep 5, 2024 | News
After an extensive nationwide search we are proud to announce that the Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SVdP) has chosen its next National CEO from our own SVdP USA family.