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Succession planning in a Conference should never be a last-minute emergency. By sharing leadership, recognizing members’ gifts, encouraging new initiatives, and fostering consensus, Conferences naturally prepare future presidents. Leadership grows through service, trust, and friendship, making the path from member to chair, officer, and president a continuous process.
Today, July 11, 2026, we, the members of the Vincentian Family, pray for the poor who live next to toxic industries.
The Basilica Shrine of the Miraculous Medal produced this video in which St. Catherine Labouré comes to life to tell the story of the first apparition of Mary.
Today, July 10, 2026, we, the members of the Vincentian Family, pray for those caught in consumer debt traps.
Elisabeth de Robiano (1773–1864), a Belgian noblewoman, dedicated her life to serving the poor by founding the Sisters of Saint Vincent de Paul, Servants of the Poor of Gijzegem. Inspired by Vincentian spirituality, she transformed her estate into a center of education and compassion, leaving a legacy of faith-driven charity that continues today.
Today, July 9, 2026, we, the members of the Vincentian Family, pray for workers silenced when reporting workplace abuse.
Founded in 1818 by Baroness Elisabeth de Robiano, the Congregation of the Sisters of Saint Vincent de Paul, “Servants of the Poor” of Gijzegem, embodies over two centuries of dedication to spirituality, education, and healthcare, with a special focus on the poorest of the poor.
Today, July 8, 2026, we, the members of the Vincentian Family, pray for the right to rest, recreation, and play for all.
At the World Urban Forum in Baku, leaders stressed that housing must be central to global efforts on homelessness, climate change, and inequality. With millions unhoused or in informal settlements, speakers called for stronger coalitions, climate-resilient housing, affordable solutions, and policies shaped by affected communities.
Louise also founded, with Vincent de Paul, the “Work for Foundlings” in 1638, which was later established in the Château de Bicêtre.
Today, July 7, 2026, we, the members of the Vincentian Family, pray for peace among neighbors in areas of gang violence.
In a time when the Eucharist can so easily become habit or routine, Fr. Anizan’s words shake us: is the Blessed Sacrament truly the companion of our lives? Do we feel its absence? Is it the daily bread without which we do not know how to live?
