Vincentian Family

Interview with Sr. Pauline Thorer, General Superior of the Congregation of the Sisters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul in Innsbruck

by Vincentian Family Office | September 13, 2021 | News, Vincentian Family | 0 Comments

Our devotion must show and prove itself in the midst of our world. We see this as the spiritual legacy of our order founders Vincent de Paul and Louise de Marillac.

Sustainable Development Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals

by Jim Claffey | September 9, 2021 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 0 Comments

Learning about the SDGs and understanding their significance is an important first step as together, creatively, we search for the most effective ways to advocate for these aspects of social justice.

“Youth and Life” Home in Cuautla de Morelos (Mexico)

by Vincentian Family Office | September 6, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family | 0 Comments

“Youth and Life” is a civil association founded in 2002 by Father Miguel Blázquez Avix, CM dedicated to protecting at risk children by providing them with a home.

Sustainable Development Goal 16: Welcome to “The Enabler”!

by Jim Claffey | September 1, 2021 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 0 Comments

Learning about the SDGs and understanding their significance is an important first step as together, creatively, we search for the most effective ways to advocate for these aspects of social justice.

“Facing the Coronavirus” Presentation from the Vincentian Confraternity of Psychologists

by Famvin Media Resources | Apr 29, 2022 | Formation, Vincentian Family

This presentation was created by the Vincentian Confraternity of Psychologists to share some advice to help those who help others to feel better, less anxious, and less worried about the pandemic.

In New Orleans, Catholic Sisters Collaborate to Offer Hope, Invite People to Service

by Dan Stockman | Apr 24, 2022 | News, Vincentian Family

In this New Orleans, nearly 1 in 4 people live in poverty, there are an estimated 30,000 vacant, blighted properties, and 86% of the students in public schools are economically disadvantaged.

Health: Leaving No One Behind

by Grace D. Bagdon | Apr 21, 2022 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.

As the COVID-19 pandemic and other world events continue to ensue, we as Vincentians must keep asking “What can be done.”

What’s the Difference Between Prayers and Praying?

by John Freund, CM | Feb 21, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family

Prayer is like being in the presence of someone who loves us greatly. We spontaneously try to become like the beloved.

Why is the Vincentian Family Involved With Homeless Initiatives?

by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Feb 20, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family

All this is the background for understanding why homelessness was a major focus of St. Vincent’s charitable work even if we have not always recognized it.