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For three days, Solar da Harmonia welcomed Vincentians from all over Brazil for formative and spiritual experiences. The symposium reinforced that the mission stems from welcoming people and listening to the poor, encouraging concrete actions to revitalize and expand the SSVP.
Marking 160 years in Western Australia, the St Vincent de Paul Society celebrates its enduring mission to serve those in need with love, justice, and hope. From humble beginnings, it has grown to over 1,000 Conferences nationwide, aiding thousands through housing, counselling, and advocacy, while continuing Frédéric Ozanam’s vision of tackling poverty’s root causes.
Encounters with neighbors in need reveal both the fragility of life and the transforming power of compassion. Yet repeated requests from the same people can stir impatience and judgment. Volunteers struggle between mercy and frustration, questioning whether they truly extend to others the same grace they hope to receive themselves.
Sister Mary Jerome Ely (1810–1885) was a pioneering leader of the Sisters of Charity of New York. Known for her deep faith, strategic vision, and practical leadership, she expanded Catholic education, founded numerous missions, and guided her community through times of growth and challenge, leaving a lasting legacy of service and devotion.
Blessed Louis-Joseph François, Blessed Jean-Henri Gruyer, Blessed Pierre-René Rogue, Blessed Jean-Charles Caron, and Blessed Nicolas Colin were martyred along with many others during the French Revolution on September 2 and 3, 1792 after they refused to take an oath that would have placed them under the authority of the state.
The Society of St Vincent de Paul, through the St Benedict’s Conference in Ennis, has delivered 12 new age-friendly social housing units at An tÁrd, Clon Road. Supported by Clare County Council and the Department of Housing, the €3.65M project provides sustainable, accessible homes for older people and people with disabilities, addressing urgent local housing needs.
“We serve in hope” means offering more than material aid: it is sharing Christ’s love that overcomes despair. True hope is not in ourselves or in temporary relief, but in God’s promise of new life. Following Ozanam’s counsel, we resist despair and, by imitating Christ in selfless service, we bring neighbors not just comfort, but the enduring hope that renews life.
On home visits, Vincentians help neighbors discern their most urgent needs, offering encouragement and perspective. Yet beyond food or shelter, the deepest pain is often feeling “unimportant.” Inspired by St. Vincent and St. Paul, we are called to humbly regard others as more valuable, affirming through word and deed: “You matter—you are important to me and to God.”
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul draws members through hands-on service to those in need, rooted in faith and action. Beyond material help, the mission is spiritual growth toward union with Christ, shared with fellow Vincentians. Challenges may come, but God’s blessings sustain and inspire. By sharing this calling, others too can meet Christ through service and join the Vincentian mission.
After Myanmar’s March 28, 2025 earthquake, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is aiding affected communities with relief efforts, reconstruction, and youth involvement. Veronica Ei Mon shares the struggles of Burmese youth and highlights global solidarity as a beacon of hope and fraternity in these challenging times.
Humility, as taught by St. Vincent and the Rule, means recognizing that our works are not about us but about God’s grace working through us. We are instruments, not the “stars.” True humility rejects pride and worldly recognition, focusing instead on serving others with love, as Christ did, without seeking credit or admiration.
We are called to serve with unconditional love, reflecting God’s grace. St. Vincent taught that true love is both felt and acted upon—expressed in service. Our works show our love for God. We must help others without judgment, even when they seem undeserving, as God’s love is freely given to all.
