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The Heart of a Leader – Br. Lawrence Obiko, CMM #Famvin2024
Brother Lawrence Obiko, Superior General of the Brothers of Our Lady, Mother of Mercy (CMM), tells us about the history of his Congregation and outlines some of the challenges facing the Vincentian Family.
![Pope Francis Appoints Monsignor Bokalic Iglic CM as Primate of Argentina](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2024/07/Vicente-Bokalic-Iglic-fb.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Pope Francis Appoints Monsignor Bokalic Iglic CM as Primate of Argentina
The Holy See has announced the elevation of the Diocese of Santiago del Estero in Argentina to the rank of archdiocese, along with the appointment of its first archbishop, Monsignor Vicente Bokalic Iglic, C.M. This appointment includes the title of Primate of Argentina.
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Environmental Week Emphasizes Sustainability
The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth at Nazareth Convent High School, Vasai, celebrated World Environment Day by organizing an energetic Environment Week. The experience was packed with activities aimed at promoting sustainability among students and society.
![Future, Past, and Present: A Science Fiction Parable](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2022/08/Webb-Telescope-FI.png?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Future, Past, and Present: A Science Fiction Parable
We see so little of God’s creation! Yet we still think of our world as the center of creation, our culture as the model for all cultures.
![Synodality in the History of the Church #famvin2024](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2024/07/sinodalidad-famvin2024.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Synodality in the History of the Church #famvin2024
Synodality in the Catholic Church refers to a style of living and institutional functioning that reflects a form of communion and cooperation within the ecclesial community.
![The God of Creation](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2022/10/mckenna-tom-reflections-featured-facebook-1.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
The God of Creation
Images for God — metaphors and visuals that catch something more fundamental and grounded than ideas for God.
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Any Memories of Your Grandparents?
My personal relationship with my grandparents is complicated. I never knew either my father’s or mother’s parents.
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Contemplation: The Bashful Poor
This post originally appeared on ssvpusa.org Effective Conferences, our manual explains, are “reachable.” [Manual, 26] While most Conferences make every effort to ensure that their phone number, along with perhaps a website and email address, are well-publicized and...
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![Cardinal Michael Czerny SJ will be Addressing the Second Convocation of the Vincentian Family in Rome, November 14-17 #famvin2024](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2024/07/famvin-2024-4-fb.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Cardinal Michael Czerny SJ will be Addressing the Second Convocation of the Vincentian Family in Rome, November 14-17 #famvin2024
On Friday morning, November 14, Michael Cardinal Czerny, S.J., Prefect of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, will be addressing our gathering.
![Second Vincentian Family Convocation: “Keeping the Fire Burning: Vincentian Synodality in Action” (14 – 17 November 2024 in Rome, Italy)](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2024/07/famvin-2024-1-fb.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Second Vincentian Family Convocation: “Keeping the Fire Burning: Vincentian Synodality in Action” (14 – 17 November 2024 in Rome, Italy)
The Vincentian Family Executive Board invites you to our Second Vincentian Family Convocation: “Keeping the Fire Burning: Vincentian Synodality in Action” (14 – 17 November 2024 in Rome, Italy).
Special: Conflict in Ukraine
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The Mission of the Vincentian Family in Ukraine: Hope and Resilience in a Time of War
In Ukraine, we are living through the third year of war. During the first year, people experienced a desire to help, and the confidence that the conflict would soon end. However, as time has passed, the situation has changed: now a terrifying insecurity creeps into our daily lives, constantly accompanying us.
![Ukraine Two Years on: There is so Much More we Could do for those Experiencing Homelessness](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2024/02/Ukraine-Two-Years-on.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Ukraine Two Years on: There is so Much More we Could do for those Experiencing Homelessness
The war in Ukraine and other conflicts around the world is one of the most pressing global drivers of homelessness.
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The birth of Jesus continues to change the world!
Christmas – what do Ukrainians today associate with this holiday? When does the preparation begin and how long does it last?
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Nearly 9 in 10 people in Ukraine do not have enough money to cover their living expenses, new report finds
Nearly 9 in 10 people in Ukraine do not have enough money to cover their living expenses, new report finds
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Kherson Dam: Emergency Humanitarian Response Underway as Thousands Flee to Neighbouring City
As thousands flee to Odesa to avoid flooding, additional emergency accommodation and humanitarian aid is urgently being distributed by aid agency, Depaul Ukraine in the city.
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