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Society of St. Vincent de Paul
SSVP President General Issues an Extraordinary Circular Letter on the Covid-19 Pandemic
by Javier F. Chento | June 1, 2020 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
Due to the current circumstances caused by the Coronavirus crisis, the President considers it important to publish a second letter, of an extraordinary nature.
St. Vincent de Paul Prayer (Video)
by Famvin Media Resources | May 31, 2020 | Formation, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 1 Comment
The official prayer of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, as a video.
Three Saints who were members of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul
by .famvin | April 26, 2020 | Formation, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
This week we celebrate the feast days of three wonderful Saints who were members of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. The Society has been part of the Christian formation of many saints.
Ethical Guidelines for Social Media Networks During the Pandemic
by Javier F. Chento | April 25, 2020 | Formation, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
These guidelines are valid for all members of the Vincentian Family … and are especially appropriate during the time of this pandemic.
Congratulations to the SSVP on its 188 Years of History!
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Apr 19, 2021 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
President General of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul urges us to pray the Lord’s prayer at 8 pm on April 23rd.
Frederic Ozanam… Actively Engaged… Charity and Justice
by Famvin Media Resources | Apr 18, 2021 | Formation, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
A video describes 5 elements of bringing charity and justice to the public sphere.
The Vatican Invites SSVP President General to Take Part in a Debate on Refugees and Migrants
by Javier F. Chento | Apr 13, 2021 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
On April 15, in Rome (Italy), the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development will promote an online event focused on the current situation of refugees and migrants in the world.
Pray Fervently – Vincentian Story – Consolation Suffering
by Lynn L'Heureux | Apr 10, 2017 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Pray Fervently - Vincentian Story - Consolation Suffering Vincentian Day of Prayer and Fast Pray Fervently Pray to Our Lady—pray the Rosary very fervently, cling to Our Lady, she will surely lead you to Jesus to know His will for you. – Mother Teresa...
Order of Australia Medal Awarded to 37-year St. Vincent de Paul Society Member
by Elizabeth Astridge | Apr 7, 2017 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
The Medal of the Order of Australia, established in 1976 by Elizabeth II, Queen of Australia, recognizes Australian citizens for achievement and merit in service to Australia or humanity.[1] Below are excerpts from an article by Emilie Ng. Mr. Paul Finch, 76, received...
Lent Is A Time To Quietly Examine Our Relationships
by Lynn L'Heureux | Apr 3, 2017 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Lent Is A Time To Quietly Examine Our Relationships - Struggling With Temptations - Indebted To God - Happiness Is A Choice Vincentian Day of Prayer and Fast Lent Is A Time To Quietly Examine Our Relationships We examine our relationships with others as well as with...
Angie Panelo is a Youth Leader!
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Apr 2, 2017 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
March 31. Philippines. Angie Panelo, who is a member of the SSVP PH National Youth Committee heads for the Vatican this weekend, together with our dear Fr. Conegundo B. Garganta. She has become an acknowledged world youth leader! Vincentian of... wherever? The...
St. Vincent De Paul USA Annual Midyear Meeting
by Elizabeth Astridge | Apr 1, 2017 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
“Servant leadership is alive in our Councils.” – Sheila Gilbert, SVdP National President Last week, March 22-25, nearly 200 Vincentian leaders from across the country traveled to St. Louis to attend the annual National Midyear Meeting at the Hilton St. Louis at the...
Beatified Joseph Mayr-Nusser, Member of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul
by Javier F. Chento | Mar 31, 2017 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Italian layman Joseph Mayr-Nusser who refused to take the Hitler oath was beatified March 18 in his home town of Bolsano. In 1944, Mayr-Nusser, a Catholic husband and father, refused to take the oath of allegiance to Hitler after being drafted into the German army. He...
SSVP Celebrates 170th Anniversary in Canada
by Theo van Besow | Mar 28, 2017 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Jesus reminded us that “the poor will always be among us” [Deuteronomy 15:11]. Frederic Ozanam formed the Conference of Charity in 1833 on the evening of his 20th birthday. Two years later, the name was changed to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SSVP). The...
God Speaks to Us Through Our Senses – Peace is Possible
by Lynn L'Heureux | Mar 27, 2017 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
God Speaks to Us Through Our Senses - Peace is Possible - Drink Up - A Cultivated Heart Vincentian Day of Prayer and Fast God Speaks to Us Through Our Senses Sometimes you hear a voice. No! You are not crazy. If we can see God in all things around us, then if we...
Bear Burdens of Others – Jesus Calls Us
by Lynn L'Heureux | Mar 20, 2017 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Bear Burdens of Others - Jesus Calls Us - Happy St. Patrick’s Day Vincentian Day of Prayer and Fast Bear Burdens of Others It is a willingness to bear other people's burdens, to help them carry their loads. And this applies to the moral life as well. If we lay the...