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The Love that Drives Vincentian Youth
by Kadu Ferraz | August 20, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
Love is the primordial principle that impels us into the midst of this busy world.
Ozanam Invites Us: Let’s Go to the Poor!
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | August 19, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
Going to the poor, through the weekly home visit, is the main characteristic of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul. But how should we go to the poor?
Going, Welcoming, Loving And Respecting the Poor
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | August 12, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
In addition to going to meet those who suffer, the Vincentians must welcome the poor.
Vincentian Friendship, Essential in Cancer Treatment
by Javier F. Chento | August 11, 2019 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
According to the young man, Vincentian support has been fundamental to his recovery. “I feel that I am not alone in my struggle for Life.
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.
News from the International Council of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul
by .famvin | Jul 14, 2020 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
The International Council of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul has redesigned its web page and shared several other news items over the past few days.
SSVP International Vincentian Youth Day
by Javier F. Chento | Jul 4, 2020 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SSVP) celebrates its International Youth Day, a day established by the current International General Council of the Society.
Collaborating on Mobile
by John Freund, CM | Aug 8, 2015 | News, Social, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
SSVP in Brazil launches a Vincentian mobile app This is the age of apps! At .famvin we've been encouraging you to think of using apps for your news of the Vincentian Family. We've even created a mobile app for you. Now, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Brazil has...
Leadership changes in the Vincentian Family
by John Freund, CM | Jul 24, 2015 | Daughters of Charity, News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul announces its search for candidates to succeed Michael Thio as international President in 2016. In a very short time the Vincentian Marian Youth will be electing a new leader to replace Yasmine Cajuste, Sr. Kathleen Appler, DC was...
Tell your Vincentian Story – the beginnings of an oral history
by John Freund, CM | Jul 13, 2015 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Many in the Vincentian Family are realizing the importance of telling the Vincentian Story.  "Tell your Vincentian Story - the beginnings of an oral history" describes the innovative way used by the Society of St. Vincent de Paul to encourage members to tell their...
SSVP Philippines has a New Web Site!
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Jul 1, 2015 | News, Social, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Using the latest in technology, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in the Philippines premiered their new web site at http://ssvp.ph. We have a growing list of Vincentian Family sites. If yours isn't listed, let us know by commenting. Or, if you're planning a site or...
“Do we unintentionally ignore the good will inherent in other faiths.”
by John Freund, CM | Jun 25, 2015 | Formation, News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Dave Barringer, CEO of the St. Vincent de Paul Society, at the end of this reflection wonders whether "we unintentionally ignore the good will inherent in other faiths." He is currently in Rome at the invitation of the US Bishops for a three day event with Buddhist...
Humility Opens our Eyes – God is Calling You – True Friendship – God Loves All
by Lynn L'Heureux | Jun 22, 2015 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Humility Opens our Eyes - God is Calling You - True Friendship - God Loves All Vincentian Day of Prayer and Fast – Tuesday June 23, 2015 Dear Vincentian Family: You are in my prayers this week. Some of you may be traveling and I pray for safe trips and relaxation. I...
Dallas SVDP seeks to break payday-loan debt cycle
by John Freund, CM | Jun 22, 2015 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
A Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SVDP) pilot program aims to predatory, high-interest payday-loans with affordable bank loans to help otherwise creditworthy, debt-stressed borrowers get a fresh financial start. After telling the typical story of a woman named Nancy...
Telling our stories – Good news and bad news
by John Freund, CM | Jun 19, 2015 | Formation, News, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Dave Barringer, CEO of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers some insights into the importance of telling our stories. As we learn in our culture change seminars (hint:sign up for this pre-conference day at National Assembly!) our beliefs are shaped in large part...
God Brings New Life – Perfection – Blessed are Vincentians – The Vincentian Charism
by Lynn L'Heureux | Jun 15, 2015 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Reflections of Lynn L’Heureux on God Brings New Life – Perfection – Blessed are Vincentians – The Vincentian Charism