Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Interview with Renato Lima de Oliveira, President General of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul
We continue the series of posts to deepen our knowledge of the many Vincentian Branches with this interview of Renato Lima de Oliveira.
The Two Networks of Charity
There is indeed a “second network of charity” within the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, which we do not always understand or appreciate.
To be a Vincentian is to Have a Purpose in Life
Being Vincentian is much more than a volunteer: it is a vocation. It is a purpose in life.
Frederic Ozanam Honored by Feinstein Institute for Public Service
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul celebrated its founder, Blessed Frederic Ozanam, being inducted into the Hall of Heroes at the Providence College Feinstein Institute of Public Service on Saturday, October 25, 2014.
Sounds of Silence – Signs Everywhere – Consumed by Love – Saints Struggle
Sounds of Silence – Signs Everywhere – Consumed by Love – Saints Struggle
It’s not too early – Vincent dePaul Society prepares for Christmas
William Graham of Canada writes of “Christmas that magical time” and what the Society of St. VIncent de Paul is already doing to make it a magical time for those on the margins. Without help for them it can be painful rather than a magical time.
Jesus and the Donkey – being servant leaders
Jesus and the Donkey – being servant leaders. “We follow a donkey-riding, foot-washing Lord.”
Working with people in poverty
Donna Beegle grew up in generational poverty, could not read a newspaper at 28 yet now has a Ph.D. Watch the video of her keynote address at the 2014 St. Vincent de Paul National Assembly in Atlanta.
The Ladies of Charity and Social Justice
Followers of Vincent know how he spoke to power on behalf of the poor. As one of the 16 sponsoring organizations (along with the Society of St. VIncent dePaul) the Ladies of Charity will be speaking out for Social Justice at the 2015 Catholic Social Ministry Gathering in Washington, February -7-10.
Good Shepherd – Harden Not Your Hearts -Jesus Knocking at Our Door
Good Shepherd – Harden Not Your Hearts -Jesus Knocking at Our Door Vincentian Day of Prayer and Fast – Tuesday October 21, 2014
Next steps in ministerial and spiritual home improvement
Next steps in ministerial and spiritual home improvement. Larry Huber reflects on the differences between “builders grade” construction and quality home improvements and makes some important observations about a spirituality that will last for the long haul.
“What is your Church doing now?” Frederic Ozanam’s response
“What is your Church doing now for those who are poor?” Frederic Ozanam and the Society of St. Vincent dePaul has been answering that question for almost 200 years.