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180th Anniversary of the Brothers CMM: A Celebration of History, Courage and Brotherhood
The Dutch Province of the Brothers of Our Lady Mother of Mercy celebrated the Congregation’s 180th anniversary with a simple yet meaningful gathering, reflecting on their history of challenges and successes, and highlighting the courage and international unity that continue to define their mission.
On October 17 we celebrate the Feast of Blessed Contardo Ferrini, a Member of the SSVP
Contardo Ferrini was an outstanding figure in the fields of legal science and Catholic holiness, as well as a faithful servant of those in need as a member of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul.
October: two very Important United Nations dates for the Vincentian Community
October brings us, vincentians, two very important dates established by the United Nations (UN): World Food Day on October 16 and the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty on October 17.
Contemplation: Be a Moment for Others
Conversion is a lifelong process of turning our hearts towards God through small moments of grace, often unrecognized at the time, as we both encounter God in others and act as His instruments of love, potentially becoming a moment of conversion for someone else.
The Brothers of Our Lady Mother of Mercy: A Journey of Compassion, Service, and Community #famvin2024
The Brothers of Our Lady Mother of Mercy (CMM) are a religious congregation founded in the 19th century, dedicated to living out God’s mercy through education, social care, and community service, inspired by the examples of Jesus, Mary, and St. Vincent de Paul.
Firewood for the Soul: The Storms of our Lives
A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.
A Vincentian Minute: Vincentian Thoughts 02
Fr. Rooney reflects on the small ways of remembering that we are Vincentians.
Not Only Giving Alms to the Poor • A Weekly Reflection with Ozanam
Almsgiving alone, alms that are not accompanied by words and love, is a humiliation for the one who receives it. Do we need to remember that man does not live by bread alone, that the Savior himself does not only ask to be clothed and fed in the person of the poor,...
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Special: Conflict in Ukraine
Spread a Little Christmas Joy in Ukraine
As we look forward to gathering with family and friends in the comfort, warmth, and safety of our own homes this Christmas, our thoughts naturally turn to those less fortunate.
Ukraine 9 months on: “Amongst the atrocities, we see such compassion”
Nine long months have passed since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine and still the conflict shows no sign of abating.
Many Ukrainians are Tired and Traumatised, but All are Bravely Getting on with their Lives
Just 48 hours before the horrendous missile attacks which rocked Ukraine on October 10th, I lit a candle and prayed for the people of Ukraine in Kyiv’s iconic gold domed church of St Michael.
Interview with Father Vitaliy Novak, CM
Fr. Vitaliy, a missionary of the Congregation of the Mission in Ukraine, is also president of the Board of Depaul Ukraine, an organization that is part of the worldwide Vincentian Family, which is doing important work helping those affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
SSVP and DePaul Partnership Agreement Delivers First Results in Ukraine
The General Council International of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul (SSVP) signed a collaboration agreement with Depaul International, donating 10,000 euros per month for a minimum of twelve months.
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