Sister Lucica helps us open our hearts to young people, the elderly, families, men and women in serious existential hardship, in response to the appeal of the bishop of Timișoara, a diocese on the borders with Serbia and Hungary.
Vincentian Family
The Diocesan Process for the Beatification of the Servant of God Janez Ivan Strašek, C.M., Has Been Concluded in Zagreb
The diocesan process for the beatification of the Servant of God Janez Strašek, C.M. was concluded in Zagreb. The final session saw the moving participation of the Vincentian Family, gathered to pay homage to this witness of charity and fidelity to the Gospel.
A Journey Through Vincentian Spirituality – Part 4 (video)
As part of Vincentian Lent, we welcome you to join us each week as Fr. Mark Noonan CM brings us on a journey through Vincentian Spirituality over 4 weeks.
Daughters of Charity in Gaza: January and February 2025 Updates
The Daughters of Charity are a steadfast presence in Gaza, dedicating themselves to serving the most vulnerable communities. Their mission encompasses providing medical care, educational support, psychosocial services, and essential supplies to those in dire need.
Contemplation: Only the Father Knows Best
We are called to help those in need with compassion and humility, recognizing that their struggles stem from unique circumstances we may never fully understand. Instead of judging or conditioning our assistance on their choices, we should establish relationships based on trust, seeing Christ in them and loving them as our brothers and sisters.
St. Vincent de Paul and Social Welfare
Saint Vincent de Paul promoted an organized and active charity, not limited to mere assistance, but focused on the dignity and self-sufficiency of those in need through material aid and job opportunities. His vision inspired not only Christian charity initiatives but also social support structures that influenced the development of assistance for the poor in later centuries.
The Death of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
Mother Seton, founder of the Sisters of Charity of St. Joseph’s, passed away from tuberculosis on January 4, 1821, at age 46, surrounded by her Sisters, her daughter Catherine, and spiritual advisors in Emmitsburg. Revered for her devotion and legacy, she left her community with a call to unity and faithfulness, inspiring five religious communities in North America, and was canonized in 1975.
New Film Celebrating Congregation of the Mission’s 400th Anniversary
The Vincentians of the Eastern Province USA have released a short film in honor of the 400th anniversary of the Congregation of the Mission.
Contemplation: The Strength of Our Arms
We are called to love God with our whole being and to love our neighbor as ourselves, not just with kind words but through concrete actions. True love, as St. Vincent teaches, is both affective and effective—requiring not only heartfelt compassion but also the labor of service, sustained by rest so that we may continue our mission.
Transforming Lives Through International Twinning: Education and Support for Indigenous Children
Through the International Twinning program of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, St. Mary Cathedral Conference in Colorado Springs, USA, partners with the Medalla Milagrosa Conference in Monterrey, Mexico, to support the Rarámuri Integrity Institute, a boarding school attended by 26 indigenous children. Their collaboration provides education, nutritious meals, and essential supplies, fostering cross-cultural solidarity and making a lasting impact on communities in need.
Five Faces of Elizabeth Ann Seton
Elizabeth Ann Seton, the first U.S.-born saint, was a multifaceted and compassionate woman who navigated a life marked by personal loss, religious conversion, and tireless dedication to education and charity. From her reflective childhood to founding the Sisters of Charity and enduring the loss of loved ones, her faith, resilience, and commitment to serving others left an enduring legacy, culminating in her canonization in 1975.
Video Reflection on the Life of St. Vincent de Paul (for children)
In this video, created for children by St Vincent de Paul (SVP) Mini Vinnies England & Wales, we hear the story of the life of St. Vincent de Paul and a short reflection on what his life can tell us today.
