by Jim Claffey | May 10, 2017 | Formation, Systemic change
“Speaking truth to power….Making our voices heard—” Advocacy: the process of supporting a cause or proposal, pleading or arguing in favor of an idea or policy. Advocacy is active, not passive, and can take many forms. But for Vincentians it means...
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | May 9, 2017 | Announcements, News
Relationships and their maintenance were a key part of Vincent’s method. Listen to Alison Forrestal talk about her soon-to-be-published book on Vincent de Paul which assesses de Paul’s activities against the wider backdrop of early modern Catholic...
by Ross Dizon | May 9, 2017 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus encourages his followers as he bids them farewell. He reveals that he is the way and the truth and the life. Jesus bids his followers farewell. He knows it troubles them. So, he says: “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You have faith in God; have faith...
by Elizabeth Astridge | May 9, 2017 | News, Vincentian Family
Contributed by Marilena Bartic: The Sapientia Publishing House in Iași, Romania, recently published a book entitled “1617-2017. 400 years of the Vincentian Charism,” written by Ana Dobos. The book was issued by “Christianity Today” and it has...
by Lynn L'Heureux | May 8, 2017 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Vincentians Pray – Good Hearts of Vincentians – JOHN 6:52-59 – Vincentians Desire and Aim to Serve Vincentian Day of Prayer and Fast Vincentians Pray We pray each day as Vincentians. We know we are called by Jesus to serve those we serve. We see...
by Vincentian Family Office | May 8, 2017 | News
“I was a stranger and you welcomed me …” A global initiative of the Vincentian Family to celebrate during the year 2017 the 400 years of the Vincentian charism Schedule in the region of Rio de Janeiro I – In the celebratory dimension: September 25,...
by Famvin Media Resources | May 7, 2017 | Formation
“Anxiety over her son was the last major obstacle to the tranquility she needed to begin the Company. By 1633, she could devote herself to the spiritual formation of the Daughters and to foster the love they had for each other, which in turn was to be motivated...
by Alicia Duhne and Tayde de Callataÿ | May 7, 2017 | Formation, International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity
We are sending you this prayer on the occasion of the International Day of Prayer for AIC on May 9, 2017 when we will celebrate the Feast of Saint Louise. Please distribute it widely among all your local groups. INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER: MAY 9, 2017 FEAST OF SAINT...
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | May 6, 2017 | News
Leadership begins with the young. Faith and Service in the City connects high school students to Catholic and Vincentian traditions in New York City. It’s time for them to explore theology, experience NYC, and grow in faith and leadership! Faith and Service in...
by Elizabeth Astridge | May 6, 2017 | News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
The Society was recently highlighted by TelecareTV in the Rockville Centre Diocese in New York for their show “Hope and Mercy: The Key to Transformation Show with Fr. Frank.” The episode focused on helping families get by through economic hardships. This...
