Vincentian Family

Theme Song for World Youth Day Panama 2019 is Released

by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | September 30, 2017 | Vincentian Family | 0 Comments

With tropical Panamanian rhythms and inspired by the event´s theme, "Behold the handmaid of the Lord, let it be done to me according to your word," (Luke 1,38), the theme song for the XXXII World Youth Day Panama 2019 was released during the Cena de Pan y Vino – a...

University Happenings: @AdamsonUni

by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | September 28, 2017 | News, Vincentian Family | 0 Comments

The Congregation of the Mission sponsors four universities throughout the world. Adamson, in the Philippines, celebrates Vincent with a special award! As part of the celebration of its 85 years of existence as a university, Adamson once again held the Saint Vincent de...

Global Leaders Gather in New York for the 72nd UN General Assembly

by Teresa Kotturan, SCN | September 28, 2017 | News, Vincentian Family, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 0 Comments

Heads of States and Ministers from all the Member States of the United Nations gathered from September 18, 2017 to participate in the annual debate on the theme: “Focusing on People – Striving for Peace and a Decent Life for All on a Sustainable Planet.” The leaders...

Homily of the Superior General During 400th Anniversary Celebrations in Poland

by Tomasz Zieliński | September 25, 2017 | News, Vincentian Family | 1 Comment

Superior General of the Congregation of the Mission took part in main celebrations of the 400th Anniversary of Vincentian Charism in Poland. On Sunday, September 24, Fr. Tomaž preached the homily during the jubilee Mass at Basilica of St. Vincent de Paul in Bydgoszcz, Northern Poland. We share it with you.

The Fourth CIF Meeting of the Vincentian Family will Convene August 2019

by Andrés R. M. Motto, C.M. | Dec 21, 2018 | News, Vincentian Family

The International Center of Vincentian Formation (CIF) offers a time of formation for renewal in our charism and spirituality. Join us August 2019.

UN Commission to Consider Impact of Conflict/Disasters Upon Three Groups

by Catherine Prendergast | Dec 20, 2018 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.

The 2019 Commission on Social Development will feature an emerging theme which relates to how youth, older persons, and persons with disabilities are affected by conflict and both man-made and natural disasters.

National Vincentian Family: India 2018

by Vincentian Family Office | Dec 17, 2018 | News, Vincentian Family

Summary of the 12th Annual Gathering of the Major Superiors and Heads of Vincentian Family India.

Being like Jesus – Prayer is our treasure!

by Lynn L'Heureux | Jun 30, 2014 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family

Dear Vincentian Family: This week we celebrate 2 National Celebrations. Today is Canada Day and July 4 is Independence Day. In cities and towns close to the border these are often celebrated together.

Are we still in line with Vincent de Paul?

by John Freund, CM | Jun 30, 2014 | Vincentian Family

The Brothers of Charity, their Founder, Charism, Vincentian Spirituality lived and developed in Fraternity – Today’s Christian Videos

CEOs + Cardboard mats = 5.4 million dollars

by John Freund, CM | Jun 30, 2014 | Justice and Peace, Vincentian Family

About 1000 Australian CEOs slept out on cardboard mats raised $5.4 million for homeless men and women that do it tough every night.

Homelessness declines with new thinking

by John Freund, CM | Jun 29, 2014 | Vincentian Family

“Instead of trying to fix all the problems that homeless people have while they are homeless, [housing first] gets them into housing right away, then they end up taking care of a lot of other problems from a stable home”.

Amazon smiles at Depaul USA

by John Freund, CM | Jun 29, 2014 | Poverty: Analysis and Responses, Vincentian Family

Amazon smiles at DEPAUL USA DEPAUL USA writes... Just think, you can shop and support Depaul USA's mission to provide homeless individuals with the resources they need to move towards an independent and positive future. Did you know you can shop in Amazon and have a...

Fastest nun in the West – Sister of Charity

by John Freund, CM | Jun 28, 2014 | Vincentian Family

A path to sainthood for an Italian-born nun who challenged Billy the Kid, calmed angry mobs and helped open New Mexico territory hospitals and schools.

June – most popular FamVin posts

by John Freund, CM | Jun 28, 2014 | Daughters of Charity, Vincentian Family

A look back at the most popular FamVin posts for June. The Trafficking and a Pentecost novena attracted the most visitors for the month. The 9 posts covering the week-long program in Paris devoted to Vincentian Collaborative Action drew lots of visitors. The "Happy"...

How did they do? National Catholic Press Awards

by John Freund, CM | Jun 27, 2014 | Vincentian Family

Another kind of medal count. Each of year the Catholic Press Association Awards recognizes the achievements of its various members. The Catholic Press Association is an association of newspaper and media specialists specialized on reporting on the Roman Catholic Church.