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SSVP Conferences in Cyprus, a Growing Trend
by Javier F. Chento | February 19, 2019 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
Members of the two existing Conferences belonging to the recently established Society of Saint Vincent de Paul in Cyprus, took part in a formation session.
SSVP General Council Launches the International Competition for Writings on Paul Lamache
by Javier F. Chento | February 16, 2019 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
To promote the “International Year on the Theme of Paul Lamache,” the General Council of the SSVP launched a literary competition.
President General of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul visits the United States
by Javier F. Chento | February 3, 2019 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
Renato Lima de Oliveira toured the United States visiting the Councils in Phoenix, St. Louis, and Philadelphia in January.
Society of Saint Vincent de Paul Reaches a New Area: Cayman Islands
by Javier F. Chento | February 1, 2019 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
The New Year is starting off well with the spread of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul (SSVP) to a new location: the Cayman Islands.
Spirituality, Commitment and Passion
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Oct 28, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
A reflection on the three characteristics of a Vincentian Leader: spirituality, commitment and passion
Talk Show with the President General of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul
by Javier F. Chento | Oct 23, 2019 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
On October 27 Renato Lima de Oliveira will take part in a Talk Show on Facebook Live to discuss various issues and to answer questions.
Jesus and the Donkey – being servant leaders
by John Freund, CM | Oct 24, 2014 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Jesus and the Donkey – being servant leaders. “We follow a donkey-riding, foot-washing Lord.”
Working with people in poverty
by John Freund, CM | Oct 23, 2014 | Poverty: Analysis and Responses, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
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
by John Freund, CM | Oct 22, 2014 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, Justice and Peace, Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
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
by Lynn L'Heureux | Oct 20, 2014 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
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
by John Freund, CM | Oct 20, 2014 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul
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
by John Freund, CM | Oct 17, 2014 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Systemic change, Vincentian Family
“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.
Guardian Angels – Am I a Good Servant? – True Relationships – Filling the Void
by Lynn L'Heureux | Oct 13, 2014 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Guardian Angels – Am I a Good Servant? – True Relationships – Filling the Void. Dear Vincentian Family: God is a lover who hungers to be loved in return.
SVDP Among Catholic Digest top five charities
by John Freund, CM | Oct 12, 2014 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
SVDP Recognized as Top Five Charities ( Actually the first of the top five!)
Unpacking a hallowed tradition: Home Visits
by John Freund, CM | Oct 12, 2014 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul
… why do we do the home visit, how we go about the home visit, and most importantly, what we want to accomplish and how do we overcome the reasons some Vincentians have for not doing home visits