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Free Webinar Coming in October – Signs of Hope in a World of Chaos: The Vincentian Family
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn what Vincentian Family members around the globe are doing to address social and environmental justice issues!
A new Beginning for Families affected by the Fuego Volcano Eruption in Guatemala
A significant milestone was reached as 32 families affected by the devastating Fuego Volcano eruption in Guatemala received the deeds to their new homes.
Program of the Second Convocation of the Vincentian Family 2024 #famvin2024
The Second Convocation of the Vincentian Family, to be held November 14-17, 2024 in Rome, is an important event that will bring together members of this vast family from more than 160 branches worldwide.
Contemplation: Charity Given and Received
Charity, Blessed Frédéric explained, “is a fire that dies without being fed, and good works are the food of charity.”
Warn the Wealthy and Self-Satisfied
Jesus, God’s wise and sharp word, is worth more than gold and silver. He judges what the heart thinks of and what it wants to do. He also serves to warn the wealthy and self-satisfied of the risks they run. A man who seems to be in dire need of an answer kneels down...
The Sisters of Gijzegem: A History of Devotion and Service #famvin2024
Founded in 1818 by Baroness Elisabeth de Robiano, the Congregation of the Sisters of Saint Vincent de Paul, “Servants of the Poor” of Gijzegem, embodies over two centuries of dedication to spirituality, education, and healthcare, with a special focus on the poorest of the poor.
Firewood for the Soul: That Fateful Tune
A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.
A Vincentian Minute: Vincentian Theological Terms 07
Fr. Rooney, in a final installment of a series called “Vincentian Theological Terms,” talks about Charity.
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Special: Conflict in Ukraine
Ukraine: Walking Alongside Those in Need
Depaul Ukraine’s children’s center in Odesa provides crucial psychological support and shelter to displaced children and adults, helping them cope with trauma and rebuild their lives amidst the ongoing war.
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
The war in Ukraine and other conflicts around the world is one of the most pressing global drivers of homelessness.
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?
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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