![Meeting of the Vincentian Family in Paraguay](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2019/07/201907Encuentro-de-Familia-Vicentina-de-Paraguay-2-1080x630.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Meeting of the Vincentian Family in Paraguay
On Sunday, July 28, a Meeting of the Vincentian Family of Paraguay took place at the Vincentian Seminary of Asunción.
![Reflection on the Assumption of Mary, with Fr. Frank Sacks, C.M.](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2019/08/fr-sacks-assumption-video-featured-1080x630.png?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Reflection on the Assumption of Mary, with Fr. Frank Sacks, C.M.
In this video, Fr. Frank Sacks, CM, reflects on the Assumption of Mary body and soul into heaven.
![Cloistered, Conflicted or Concerned – Which Are You?](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2019/02/dee-mansi-view-featured-4-1080x630.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Cloistered, Conflicted or Concerned – Which Are You?
Hopefully, we don’t remain too cloistered that we rely on our prayers to create concrete opportunities – speaking out to advocate for the helpless!
![Vincentian Friendship, Essential in Cancer Treatment](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2019/08/201908Anderson-1080x630.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Vincentian Friendship, Essential in Cancer Treatment
According to the young man, Vincentian support has been fundamental to his recovery. “I feel that I am not alone in my struggle for Life.
![Akamasoa (Madagascar): a Place for Learning How to Bring St. Vincent’s Words to Life](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2018/06/201806Fr.-Opeka-Akamasoa-Madagascar-1-1080x630.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Akamasoa (Madagascar): a Place for Learning How to Bring St. Vincent’s Words to Life
From May 1-7, 2018, Mark McGreevy and I, Anja Bohnsack, went to visit Madagascar to meet and learn from Fr. Pedro Opeka. Over the past three decades he has created Akamasoa– a project aimed at supporting people living in slums by providing them with the tools,...![Who is My Neighbor?](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2019/07/201907P90714-090052-1080x630.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Who is My Neighbor?
Homily by Father Ricardo Cruz CM, Vincentian Family Homeless Alliance ambassador, read on Sunday 14th July in the St Vincent de Paul Chapel in Paris during the ambassadors’ gathering.
![The Pope Video • Families, Schools of Human Development](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2017/02/pope-video-2-facebook.png?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
The Pope Video • Families, Schools of Human Development
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: Families, Schools of Human Development.
![Interview with Bro. René Stockman, Superior General of the Brothers of Charity](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2019/08/interview-grazini-stockman-video-featured-1080x630.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Interview with Bro. René Stockman, Superior General of the Brothers of Charity
The .famvin Press Office interviews Bro. René Stockman, Superior General of the Brothers of Charity.
![“Why Can’t a Woman Be More Like a Man?”](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2019/08/vincent-and-louise-featured-1-1080x630.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
“Why Can’t a Woman Be More Like a Man?”
“Why can’t a woman be more like a man?” “Why can’t a man be more like a woman?” These questions have been asked for centuries …
![Interview with Mother Marilena Bertini, Superior General of the Sisters Ministers of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2019/08/201908Sorelle-in-Italia-1080x630.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Interview with Mother Marilena Bertini, Superior General of the Sisters Ministers of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul
Interview of Mother Marilena Bertini, Superior General of the Sisters Ministers of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul.