Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Vincentians and Human Frailties
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | June 17, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
We enter the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul to be better people, less sinful and happier, as well as to practice charity with others… but for some, it seems that belonging to the organization has not yet brought them any personal improvement.
Charity Begins Among Us
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | June 10, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
Any conflicts among us can cause a wrong impression to aspiring members, benefactors and parishioners in general. “See how they love each other” must be the commandment that guides us.
Vincentianism Shock
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | June 3, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 1 Comment
If your Conference is stagnant, look to renew it with new initiatives and ideas. And pray for the sanctification of the Conference and its members.
In Porto (Portugal) the Next Annual Meetings of the SSVP International General Council Will Be Held
by Javier F. Chento | June 2, 2019 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
To Be Face to Face with the Poor
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Jan 20, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
We, as members of the Vincentian Family, have a great social responsibility. We have first-hand experience of the problems that afflict thousands of poor families.
The Boundless Dimension of Vincentian Charity
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Jan 13, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
If we are not charitable (generous) in the manner that we act, then we will fall into the simple routine of philanthropy and/or providing material assistance … and nothing more.
Reality and Hope
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Jan 6, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
These harsh realities sadden the hearts of the members of the Society and the Vincentian Family. We cannot, however, lose hope that the situation will improve.
Untold Vincentian Stories!
by John Freund, CM | May 7, 2015 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
Let’s go forth and be storytellers of the Society’s friends in need and how we walk with them.
SSVP updates on Nepal relief efforts
by John Freund, CM | May 6, 2015 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Society of St. VIncent dePaul updates on Nepal relief efforts
International SVDP disaster relief – Nepal and Vanatu
by John Freund, CM | May 5, 2015 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
The International Council of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul (CGI) in Paris has requested our assistance to raise funds for two international disasters: the earthquake in Nepal and the island of Vanuatu, which suffered the impact of Category 5 Tropical Cyclone PAM, which destroyed much of the country’s agricultural industry.
Gospel of Life – Giving of Yourself – Does Jesus Still Appear Today – Sometimes We Need to Prune
by Lynn L'Heureux | May 4, 2015 | Formation, News, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Gospel of Life – Giving of Yourself – Does Jesus Still Appear Today – Sometimes We Need to Prune
Second largest basilica not big enough for Vincentian youth
by John Freund, CM | May 3, 2015 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
Second largest basilica not big enough for Vincentian youth so closing Mass had to be moved outside.
Vinnies keep moving the goal posts!
by John Freund, CM | May 2, 2015 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
Even after 10 years the Vinnies keep moving the goal posts! Normally people don’t like that. But in this case it is a good thing. Each year they raise more money with the help of CEOs who volunteer to sleep out int he cold of an Australian winter.
Society of St. Vincent de Paul contacts in Nepal
by John Freund, CM | Apr 28, 2015 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
The International General Council has been in touch with local contacts
Meditate on Joy each Day – Saints and Sinners – Spiritual Battle – Liven Your Faith
by Lynn L'Heureux | Apr 27, 2015 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Meditate on Joy each Day – Saints and Sinners – Spiritual Battle – Liven Your Faith
Clergy and the Society of St. Vincent dePaul SVDP
by John Freund, CM | Apr 26, 2015 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
How can the clergy and the Society of St. Vincent dePaul collaborate effectively?