400th anniversary Jubilee
400 Years of Mission. 400 years of Faithfulness to the Gospel and to the Poor
This year, the Congregation of the Mission—founded by St. Vincent de Paul in 1625—joyfully commemorates four centuries of missionary life and service. From Paris, where it all began, we celebrate this Jubilee as a unique opportunity to renew our commitment to the most vulnerable, following in the footsteps of the tireless evangelizer of the countryside and forgotten city streets.
400 Years of the Congregation of the Mission – A Reflection
Francis had learned that, in the year before Vincent’s death, the great saint had given a series on conferences on the Common Rules of the Congregation
Paris Marks 400th Anniversary of the Congregation of the Mission
More than 20 Bishops and 150 Confrères gathered to Celebrate the Jubilee of the Congregation Founded by St. Vincent de Paul. The celebration took place at the Maison Mère, the spiritual heart of the Vincentian mission.
Triduum in Paris Celebrating the Jubilee of the 400th Anniversary of the Congregation of the Mission: May 1
On the third and final day of the Triduum celebrating the 400th anniversary of the Congregation of the Mission, missionaries gathered in Gannes-Folleville—the sacred site of Saint Vincent de Paul’s first sermon and the birthplace of the Vincentian charism.
Triduum in Paris Celebrating the Jubilee of the 400th Anniversary of the Congregation of the Mission: April 29
At the church in Folleville, Fr. Gregory Gay, CM, presided at the Eucharist on the second day of the Jubilee Triduum for the 400th anniversary of the Congregation of the Mission.
Triduum in Paris Celebrating the Jubilee of the 400th Anniversary of the Congregation of the Mission: April 28
From April 28 to 30, 2025, the Congregation of the Mission is celebrating a special Triduum in Paris to mark the Jubilee of its 400th anniversary.
Clothe with the Spirit of Jesus Christ
In thanksgiving and praise to the Lord, we join the Missionaries of the Congregation of the Mission who are living in joy the 4th Centenary of their foundation.
Jubilee Pilgrimage of the Congregation of the Mission to the Shrine of Aparecida (Brazil) on the Occasion of the 400th Anniversary of the Little Company
The Congregation of the Mission in Brazil went on pilgrimage to the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Conception Aparecida, March 28-30, 2025, to thank God the Father, through Mother Aparecida, for the 400th anniversary of the establishment of the Congregation of the Mission.
St. Vincent de Paul and the Need for Ongoing Formation
St. Vincent de Paul lived in times of great change and became aware of the need to reform the Church through an adequate formation of the clergy, promoting retreats, seminars and the “Tuesday Conferences”. His emphasis on ongoing formation is still valid today, facing those who think they know it all or ignore the need for updating in their pastoral mission.
“13 Houses” Projects in Collaboration with the Congregation of the Mission
The Famvin Homeless Alliance (FHA) expresses gratitude to the Congregation of the Mission for their involvement in the “13 Houses” Campaign, a worldwide initiative by the Vincentian Family.
Stamp and Philatelic Cancellation for the 400th Anniversary of the Congregation of the Mission
On the occasion of the fourth centenary of the foundation of the Congregation of the Mission (1625-2025), the Vatican Post Office has issued a stamp and a commemorative philatelic cancellation.
St. Vincent de Paul and the Advancement of Women
St. Vincent de Paul did not advocate for women’s rights with speeches, but he contributed significantly to their social relevance, encouraging both noblewomen to use their resources to help the poor and peasant women to become qualified for service. Her pedagogy and patience enabled many women to acquire professional, literary and doctrinal training, culminating in the creation of the Company of the Daughters of Charity.