Indifference is Dehumanizing and Damning
Jesus is God’s resounding “no” to indifference toward the needy. The parable of the unnamed rich man and poor Lazarus condemns indifference toward the poor and helpless. It is not that the rich man is explicitly unjust. Apparently, it does not bother him...
Message from the Superior General, Tomaž Mavrič, CM, on the feast of St. Vincent de Paul
“Vincent de Paul: A Mystic of Charity”: this is the theme that Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, CM, proposes for next September 27, feast of St. Vincent de Paul, in a letter addressed to all the Vincentian Family. After the text you will find links to download this...
Oil Painting and Prison Ministry #BeMercy
From the Catholic News Agency: In an effort to promote Pope Francis’ desire that Catholics engage in concrete works of mercy during his special jubilee Holy Year, the Vatican is encouraging people to talk about their experience doing works of mercy on social...
God is Near – Promises of Love
God is Near – Promises of Love – Jesus is the Savior – Going Forward Vincentian Day of Prayer and Fast God is Near Do you believe? Know and believe He is always with us, in good times and bad. We must believe and pray. I read a little article written by Billy...
National meetings of the Vincentian Family in Nicaragua and Panama
Recently two national meetings of the Vincentian Family took place: one in Nicaragua and one in Panama.
The Evolution of St. Vincent’s Spiritual Vision
Watch a YouTube video that describes how St. Vincent’s spiritual vision evolved over several decades, as he was influenced by his collaborators (particularly his work with Louise de Marillac, the Ladies of Charity, and the Daughters of Charity).
Celebrating 200 Years of Vincentians in the U.S.: Vincentian Heritage Week
Niagara University, the first Vincentian university established in the United States, will celebrate the 200th anniversary of the arrival of the Vincentians in America during Vincentian Heritage Week, which takes place September 23-30, 2016. Also known as Founder’s...
Living Their Values @NiagaraUniv
What makes a Vincentian? At a fundamental level, Vincentians are people committed to living their values. “It was nice to see Niagara standing by their values,” said Gabriel, an English major. “I love how Niagara University gives back to the local communities and is...
National Friends of the Poor Walk: Sept. 24
Help support your local Society of St. Vincent de Paul Conference and Council by participating in the National Friends of the Poor ® Walk/Run on Saturday, September 24. To find the Friends of the Poor Walk or Run in your area, click here. The Friends of the Poor®...
Am I Open to Be Mentored?
“Am I ready to be mentored?” Or am I too comfortable in my present stage of growth?
