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2020 Circular Letter of the President General of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul
by Javier F. Chento | February 7, 2020 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
For the consecutive fourth year, Renato Lima de Oliveira, 16th President General of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, has published the Circular Letter.
Vincent de Paul and Frederic Ozanam: Great Communicators
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | February 3, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 1 Comment
Have you ever thought about the manner in which Vincent and Frederic would communicate if they were alive today?
Salvation for the Poor
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | January 27, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
If we are true imitators of Jesus Christ (“Christians”) then we have to act in the same way that Jesus acted: we must enthusiastically proclaim good news and freedom and joy to those men and women who are in need.
Vincentians as Storytellers
by John Freund, CM | January 22, 2020 | Formation, Justice and Peace, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Systemic change | 1 Comment
Vincentians can be the storytellers to policy makers and others who may never “see” poverty in all of its forms.
The SSVP Marks the 100th Anniversary of Being Officially Recognized as an Autonomous Association
by Javier F. Chento | Nov 13, 2020 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
With the 100th anniversary of this recognition by the Holy See regarding our autonomy in government and administration, it must be acknowledged that there is a close and healthy relationship between the Conferences and the Church.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul and the World Day of the Poor
by Vincentian Family Office | Nov 13, 2020 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
The WORLD DAY OF THE POOR will be held on November 15, 2020 with the theme “Stretch forth your hand to the poor.”
A Decade of Walking for People in Need
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Sep 22, 2017 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Society of St. Vincent de Paul® hosts 10th Annual Friends of the Poor® Walk/Run People across the country will walk and run on the sidewalks, streets and trails on Saturday, Sept. 30 to raise awareness and funds for those living in poverty at the 10th Annual Friends...
Vincentians Learn from Scripture
by Lynn L'Heureux | Sep 18, 2017 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Vincentians Learn from Scripture - Vincentians are Loving Servants - Vincentians Show Others the Way Vincentian Learn from Scripture “Oh! How beautiful and consoling. It is not easy, but if we wish to follow Christ closely, we cannot choose an easy, quiet life. It...
The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul exhibits at the UN – Geneva
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Sep 15, 2017 | Announcements, News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
The Company of the Daughters of Charity of Saint Vincent de Paul, and the International Confederation of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul are organizing an exhibition of photos from 18 to 23 September, at the 36th session of the Human Rights Council, on the...
Looking at the United States from the Outside • A Call to Action
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Sep 8, 2017 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
The world watches the response of the United States to the worldwide crisis of refugees. What's going on on your country? Here's a piece from SSVP Canada. As one of my duties as chair of our national social justice committee, I take part in monthly conference calls...
Notice from the SVDP USA
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Sep 5, 2017 | News, Social, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
The SVDP USA changed their advocacy platform last month to "VoterVoice." Many in the Vincentian Family are accustomed to "CapWiz," and now when you go to the CapWiz link you get a message with only this information: The SVDP writes The new link is:...
Join the Celebration for Blessed Frédéric!
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Sep 5, 2017 | Announcements, News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Please join the celebration of the Holy Eucharist on Sept. 9 at 1800h CET broadcasted LIVE from the tomb of Blessed Frédéric Ozanam by OzanamTV! https://youtu.be/__EFZ0OhXSY It would be a great opportunity for us to celebrate his feast day as one community and...
Nicholas Volk • Find a need. Ask what you can do to help. And do it. #IamVincent
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Sep 2, 2017 | Formation, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Nicholas Volk died peacefully surrounded by his family on August 9. Loving husband of Barbara and father to Rebecca (Martin), Nicholas (Kimberley), Gregory (Donna), Timothy (Nancy), Cecelia (Sean), and Jennifer (Chris) and nine wonderful grandchildren Monica, Aaron,...
Listen in Silence – Feel the Joy
by Lynn L'Heureux | Aug 28, 2017 | Formation, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Do we really listen? Today’s Inspirational Snippet: God’s voice is waiting in the scriptures, in Christian music, in that spiritual book you’ve got on your table?
Livestream at Society of St. Vincent de Paul USA National Assembly
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Aug 25, 2017 | Announcements, News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
The 2017 Society of St. Vincent de Paul National Assembly will take place in Tampa, Fla. from Aug. 31 – Sept. 2. This year, those who are unable to attend that SVdP National Assembly in Tampa in person will have the opportunity to be a part of the events. Four events...