The summit, which will see more 190 world leaders, representatives of civil society and businesses will focus on “Uniting the World to Tackle Climate Change”
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Oxen and Cell Phones
by Jim Claffey | March 18, 2021 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 0 Comments
Cell phones, once a luxury, are now almost a necessity. For the impoverished, especially in rural areas, they can make all the difference for one’s life and health.
The Contagion of Christianity
by John Freund, CM | March 12, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family | 0 Comments
Do others experience God’s love for them mirrored by our lives? Is it any wonder that Jesus speaks of the final judgement in terms of what we do for the unrecognized, bruised and broken Christ in our midst?
The 65th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women
by Teresa Kotturan, SCN | March 11, 2021 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 0 Comments
The report of the UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres on the priority theme shines a light on the global trends, persistent barriers and opportunities women face in their struggles for effective participation and decision-making in public life.
Interview with Sister M. Pavla Draganová, Superior General de la Congregation of the Sisters of Mercy of Saint Vincent
by Vincentian Family Office | March 8, 2021 | News, Vincentian Family | 0 Comments
The Congregation of the Sisters of Mercy of Saint Vincent of Satu Mare was established in 1842 by Bishop János Hám in the city of Satu Mare (at that time part of the Austrian-Hungry Empire; today, Romania)
Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life On Land
by Jim Claffey | Aug 19, 2021 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
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.
What’s in a Name?
by Jim Claffey | Aug 12, 2021 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
Let us celebrate the name change in the best possible way: by becoming real stewards of creation, and by consciously praying that name.
Interns Meet Diplomats
by Catherine Prendergast | May 16, 2019 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
The Company of the Daughters of Charity welcomed Seraiah Romero and Maura Avington to be interns at the United Nations. Since fall 2018, they have been actively involved in attending conferences, interacting with various working groups and learning more about the role...
A UN treaty to Protect the High Seas from Overexploitation
by Teresa Kotturan, SCN | May 9, 2019 | Vincentian Family at the U.N.
Oceans cover 70 percent of the earth’s surface and are an integral part of the earth’s ecosystem and vital for human survival and well-being, yet we do little to protect them.
Visit to ACASVI, New Branch of the Vincentian Family in Peru
by Vincentian Family Office | May 6, 2019 | News, Vincentian Family
With great joy and hope, two ACASVI volunteers (Association of Charities Saint Vincent) brought Father Flavio to the Provincial house in Lima (Perú).
Happy Easter from The Vincentian Family at the UN Headquarters in New York
by Edmund Keane, SSVP | May 2, 2019 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
Members of the Vincentian Family at the UN along with Catholics the world over are celebrating Easter, and preparing to celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday.
Manifesto of the Vincentian Family in Ecuador, in Favor of our Brothers and Sisters in Nicaragua and Venezuela
by Vincentian Family Office | Apr 29, 2019 | News, Vincentian Family
A manifesto of the Vincentian Family of Ecuador wishing to contribute their prayers and support for their brotherly countries of Latin America.
Recognizing Jesus in the Breaking of Bread … Today
by John Freund, CM | Apr 26, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
Perhaps for the first time, I asked myself why did the breaking of the bread open their eyes more than seeing and listening to Jesus along the road.
UN’s Indigenous Forum Focusing On Traditional Knowledge
by Margaret O'Dwyer | Apr 25, 2019 | News, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
This week and next, indigenous peoples are gathered at the UN to discuss traditional knowledge during the 18th Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues.
Presentation of the Vincentian Family Council of Latin America (FAVILA)
by Vincentian Family Office | Apr 22, 2019 | News, Vincentian Family
Introduction of the Council of FAVILA, which was appointed in Cochabamba a year ago.
Two Important Events for the Vincentian Family in Costa Rica
by Vincentian Family Office | Apr 15, 2019 | News, Vincentian Family
The Vincentian Family of Costa Rica recently experienced two great events that we share here with you now.