France, April 23rd, 1833. A group of young university students, faced with social inequalities and injustices, decided to take action in the hope of changing the world.
Society of St. Vincent de Paul
New International Headquarters of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul to be inaugurated on April 23
On April 23rd, at 6 PM in Paris, the new world headquarters of the International Confederation of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul will be officially inaugurated.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Spain is Helping the Ukrainian Refugees
The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has led to an intense movement of millions of refugees fleeing their country to safer...
Participate in the Contest to Create a New Logo for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul International!
Submit ideas to a contest for a new international SSVP logo!
Spirituality, Commitment and Passion
A reflection on the three characteristics of a Vincentian Leader: spirituality, commitment and passion
Talk Show with the President General of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul
On October 27 Renato Lima de Oliveira will take part in a Talk Show on Facebook Live to discuss various issues and to answer questions.
Justice Supposes Much Love
A famous phrase of Ozanam reveals the lines of thought of this holy and visionary man. Frederic Ozanam said that justice supposes much love.
The Paths of Charity
Charity is one of the three theological virtues (besides faith, through which we know God, and hope, through which we fully trust in God).
Vincentians from St. Louis, Missouri Share a Story (Video)
For reflection: Watch as St. Vincent de Paul society volunteers from St. Louis (Missouri, USA) form a friendship with someone in need of help.
Welcoming the Word of God and Preserving the Ardor of Charity
For us Vincentians, “welcoming the Word of God” is much more than simply reading biblical passages or the Sunday Gospel in the home of the assisted.
SSVP President General Takes up Suggestions Regarding the 2020 Circular Letter
The Circular Letter is a unique opportunity for the President General to directly address the worldwide membership. Suggestions can be submitted by email.
Taking Care of the Spirit and our Salvation
We take care of our physique, of our intellect, of our food, clothing, housing, employability; But do we take care of the spirit as we should?
