As members of the Vincentian Family we need to savor the inexhaustible well-spring of virtue and the examples of holiness of our predecessors.
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Harmony in the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | April 15, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 1 Comment
We must have the appropriate profile of president for our Councils and Conferences; otherwise, the harmony that governs our organization will end.
Every Vincentian is Franciscan
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | April 8, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
Every Vincentian is a little Franciscan, because the virtues of this Italian saint permeate our day-to-day.
Differences between a Assistentialism, Philanthropy and Charity
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | April 1, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 1 Comment
When referring to the social promotion of the materially needy people, many confuse the meaning of the words assistentialism, philanthropy and charity.
“Our Faith in Action” – A New SSVP Movie
by Javier F. Chento | March 30, 2019 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
The “Our Faith in Action” movie shows the world just what the SSVP is about and how Vincentians live their faith, grow spiritually and make a difference.
The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul: A Large Family
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Dec 23, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Groups, like ours, that have existed for hundreds of years, have certain “family” characteristics, some of which are intuitive.
Christmas Message from Renato Lima, General President of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Dec 22, 2019 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Renato Lima de Oliveira, broadcasts the “Christmas Message of 2019” of the Interrnational General Council.
Epiphany – Who is Your Anchor? – Hungry for God – God Grants Miracles
by Lynn L'Heureux | Jan 12, 2015 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Epiphany – Who is Your Anchor? – Hungry for God – God Grants Miracles
Into Your Hands – Follower of Jesus – Imitate Jesus – Holiness of family
by Lynn L'Heureux | Jan 5, 2015 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul
What will I do in 2015 to be Jesus to others and see Jesus in others, even my enemies. Keep looking for the good things.
Cherish Memories – Embrace Christmas – Handmade of the Lord – A New Year
by Lynn L'Heureux | Dec 29, 2014 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Cherish Memories – Embrace Christmas – Handmade of the Lord – A New Year
Work of the SVDP Ireland at Christmas
by John Freund, CM | Dec 26, 2014 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
Work of the SVDP Ireland at Christmas
“This is me… I am a human being”
by John Freund, CM | Dec 24, 2014 | Poverty: Analysis and Responses, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
“This is me”… “I am a human being.” “Everyone else had given up on me. But the Vincent dePaul Society…”
Advent Week Four – Reconciliation – Christmas Chaos – Incarnation
by Lynn L'Heureux | Dec 22, 2014 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Advent Week Four – Reconciliation – Christmas Chaos – Incarnation
Faith and Hope in a jail cell
by John Freund, CM | Dec 22, 2014 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
Faith and Hope in a jail cell - Long time Vincentian Jim Paddon shares this story which he counts as one of the most powerful he has encountered. FAITH AND HOPE IN A JAIL CELL Our Ontario Regional Council`s Ozanam Education fund is a systemic change project that we...
In serving we are served – Learning from Home Visits
by John Freund, CM | Dec 21, 2014 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul
In serving we are served – Learning from Home Visits “…my experience with Home Visits has strengthened my faith with Christ as I am Humbled EVERY time a visit a family…”
Voice of the Poor gets heard on editorial page
by John Freund, CM | Dec 19, 2014 | Justice and Peace, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Voice of the Poor Advocacy gets heard on the Editorial Page. Sometimes we wonder whether we have to stand on our heads for what to get people to listen.