Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Welcoming the Word of God and Preserving the Ardor of Charity
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | October 7, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
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
by .famvin | October 3, 2019 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
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
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | September 30, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
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?
Being a Missionary, Always with Charity
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | September 23, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
Being charitable and being a missionary are, in reality, fundamental conditions so that the partners can be proclaimed Vincentians.
The First Members of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul and the Pandemics
by Javier F. Chento | Aug 31, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Pandemics are nothing new in the history of humanity. They are unfortunately all too common: we have experienced several during the 21st century.
Appeal for Peace in Mozambique: All United, in Prayer, for the End of Terrorism
by Javier F. Chento | Aug 22, 2020 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
In Mozambique (Africa), apart from the health shock, the humanitarian crisis is a sad and bitter reality.
Latest Issue of ‘Ozanam Network’ Digital Magazine
by Javier F. Chento | Aug 18, 2020 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
The Issue no 02/2020 of ‘Ozanam Network’ digital magazine, translated and edited by Council General International’s Communications Department, is now available.
‘Tis a Gift to be Simple – New Vincentian Resource
by Elizabeth Astridge | Jun 3, 2016 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
In his "Profile of a Lay Vincentian in the 21st Century," former Superior General of the Congregation of the Mission, Robert P. Maloney, wrote: "But the mission of the 21st-century Vincentian layperson will be based not merely on an energetic personality; it will be...
Follow SSVP Presidential Elections on Twitter #GeneralAssembly2016 #Election16President
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Jun 2, 2016 | Announcements, Social, Social Media, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
from Marie Marotte, Communication assistant at Confédération Internationale Société de Saint-Vincent de Paul (Conseil Général) "The General Assembly and the election of the new International President will take place in few days in Rome. To announce the election of...
Partnership: Electric Ireland and SVP Ireland
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Jun 1, 2016 | Collaboration, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Electric Ireland's partnership with the SVP Ireland has produced a treasure called "What Do You See - Introducing Young SVP's '17 Under 17'." It warrants reproducing in its entirety. Following the release of #WhatDoYouSee, a cutting edge short film, we’ve identified...
Invisible Threads
by Elizabeth Astridge | May 31, 2016 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Invisible threads weave the rich tapestry of SSVP. Different people from different places are connected by invisible threads in a world-wide network of charity. Click the video below and enjoy a short animated film produced by the international General Council of SVP,...
Now on Social: Electric! Young SSVP Ireland #IamVincent
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | May 24, 2016 | News, Social, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Electric Ireland has partnered with the SSVP to produce a fantastic video on the Young SSVP. Called #WhatDoYouSee, it's Electric Ireland's way of partnering with the community. You can view the video by clicking the #WhatDoYouSee link, or clicking the image above....
The tomb of Blessed Frederic Ozanam, now and then
by Javier F. Chento | May 22, 2016 | Formation, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
The tomb of Blessed Frederic Ozanam is located in the crypt of the historic church of St. Joseph des Carmes in Paris. The church was the scene of some of the bloodiest massacres of ecclesiastics of the infamous Reign of Terror during the French Revolution. Visitors...
SVDP on EWTN: What makes the Society of SVDP unique?
by Elizabeth Astridge | May 21, 2016 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
SVDP Television Appearance: May 22, 24 and 27 on EWTN The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, National President Sheila Gilbert and National CEO Dave Barringer discuss how the Society can benefit a parish in an all-new episode of the Eternal Word Television Network...
North of 60
by Elizabeth Astridge | May 20, 2016 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul of Western Canada implemented North of 60 (Au nord du 60), which is a solidarity project to help the poor people of Arctic Communities. Below are excerpts from the 2015 report by Peter Ouellette who serves as President of the Western...
Society of Saint Vincent de Paul General Elections
by Elizabeth Astridge | Apr 23, 2016 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
On June 5, 2016 the International Confederation of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul will elect a new General President for a six-year term. The two candidates for the position are Renato Lima de Oliveira and Maria Geralda (Ada) Ferreira. Included in their December...