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Vincentian themes of Lent 2010
Changing our attitudes, Transforming our world Reflections based on Lenten Letter from Superior General G. Gregory Gay, CM. dated 17 Feburary, 2010. View the letter Promoting new life through non-violent means Non-violence towards the planet Building new life out of...
The International General Council of the SSVP Claims the National Dialogue and the Urgent Pacification in Nicaragua
The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul (SSVP), through its International General Council (CGI) based in Paris, wishes to state publicly its great concern about the socio-political situation in Nicaragua. The Central American country has been suffering numerous conflicts...
100th Anniversary of the Association of the Miraculous Medal in Perryville
This is a very special year for the Association of the Miraculous Medal in Perryville, Missouri. On May 18, we celebrate their 100th anniversary.
Forgotten Truths about Confirmation and St. Vincent
Have you forgotten the names of the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit… and some truths about how St. Vincent lived then in mission? Let’s look at the prayer “Come Holy Spirit in that light.”
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Digo Si a la Vida con Gozo: Claiming my Vincentian Heart
IT ALL STARTED WITH GRAPES… Little did my parents know what they were doing when they chose not to feed me grapes as a child. Now mind you, I was not too thrilled when we didn’t buy grapes. I quite enjoyed whenever I was at a friend’s house and they had grapes to eat....
Infographic Based on the Letter of Father Tomaž Mavrič, C.M. at the Closing of the 400th Anniversary
The following infographic presents in visual form the key points of the Superior General’s recent letter “On the Threshold of the Fifth Century of the Vincentian Charism." The letter marks the closing of the 400th anniversary of the birth of the Vincentian Charism....
Vincentian Homeless Alliance Calls to End Unsheltered Homelessness
Vincentian Homeless Alliance calls upon the nations of the world to end unsheltered homelessness at UN Commission on Social Development “One of the most powerful images of global poverty is homeless people living on the streets of our major towns and cities” stated...
Circles of Repentance
Circles of Repentance (Jonah 3; Mk 1:14-15) At the beginning of Mark’s gospel, Jesus issues a no-holds-barred directive: “Repent, and believe in the Gospel!” It’s worthwhile noting that his command does not mean asking forgiveness for this or that sin. More...
Elena Grazini, New Manager for the Press Office of the Vincentian Family
Beginning on February 1, 2018, Italian Elena Grazini will be responsible for the press office of the Vincentian Family. Elena, a journalist with a multi-year specialization in the management of press offices and, in particular, those in the ecclesial field, will be...
The State of Systemic Change in the Vincentian Family
What is the “state of systemic change” in the Vincentian Family?
4 Keys For Using Social Media for Positive Change
Inventive. Inclusive. Humble. Collaborative. These are 4 keys to promoting positive change with the social media tools at your disposal. 1. Take advantage of interactive activism opportunities in online communities. Research shows that people are more likely to...
Serving God Means Serving our Neighbor
Jesus indicates that serving God is serving the neighbor. To help the needy, then, is part and parcel of the religion of his followers. Jesus teaches in the synagogue and amazes the people. And by serving a needy person, he amazes them even more. That is because he...
Advocacy: Collaboration is Essential
AIC International is a ECOSOC recognized Catholic NGO at the UN. At the UN in New York, for nearly two decades we have fought the feminization of poverty with a small group of volunteer representatives. For anyone who has engaged in this work, it is obvious that one...
2nd SSVP Youth International Meeting, June 2018 in Spain
General theme of the meeting: Young Vincentians as leaders of the present and the future of the SSVP. Bible reflection: "You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last." (John 15, 16) An important part...
There is no “You” without “Me,” nor “I” without “You” • A Weekly Reflection with Ozanam
The "I" is truly importunate and hateful, that selfish solitude does not suit the needs of my character; I need the moral accompaniment of the family, the feeling of the "We." You are good and charitable in allowing it, and I will take you for your word. From now on...
Vincentian Family Executive Committee, January 2018
The annual meeting of the Vincentian Family Executive Committee (VFEC) convened in Philadelphia January 16-18, 2018 with its members arriving from seven countries. Agenda items included the three day October 2017 Vincentian Family Symposium evaluation (Rome)....
Vincentian themes of Lent 2010
Changing our attitudes, Transforming our world Reflections based on Lenten Letter from Superior General G. Gregory Gay, CM. dated 17 Feburary, 2010. View the letter Promoting new life through non-violent means Non-violence towards the planet Building new life out of...
The International General Council of the SSVP Claims the National Dialogue and the Urgent Pacification in Nicaragua
The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul (SSVP), through its International General Council (CGI) based in Paris, wishes to state publicly its great concern about the socio-political situation in Nicaragua. The Central American country has been suffering numerous conflicts...
100th Anniversary of the Association of the Miraculous Medal in Perryville
This is a very special year for the Association of the Miraculous Medal in Perryville, Missouri. On May 18, we celebrate their 100th anniversary.
Forgotten Truths about Confirmation and St. Vincent
Have you forgotten the names of the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit… and some truths about how St. Vincent lived then in mission? Let’s look at the prayer “Come Holy Spirit in that light.”
Digo Si a la Vida con Gozo: Claiming my Vincentian Heart
IT ALL STARTED WITH GRAPES… Little did my parents know what they were doing when they chose not to feed me grapes as a child. Now mind you, I was not too thrilled when we didn’t buy grapes. I quite enjoyed whenever I was at a friend’s house and they had grapes to eat....
Infographic Based on the Letter of Father Tomaž Mavrič, C.M. at the Closing of the 400th Anniversary
The following infographic presents in visual form the key points of the Superior General’s recent letter “On the Threshold of the Fifth Century of the Vincentian Charism." The letter marks the closing of the 400th anniversary of the birth of the Vincentian Charism....
Vincentian Homeless Alliance Calls to End Unsheltered Homelessness
Vincentian Homeless Alliance calls upon the nations of the world to end unsheltered homelessness at UN Commission on Social Development “One of the most powerful images of global poverty is homeless people living on the streets of our major towns and cities” stated...
Circles of Repentance
Circles of Repentance (Jonah 3; Mk 1:14-15) At the beginning of Mark’s gospel, Jesus issues a no-holds-barred directive: “Repent, and believe in the Gospel!” It’s worthwhile noting that his command does not mean asking forgiveness for this or that sin. More...
Elena Grazini, New Manager for the Press Office of the Vincentian Family
Beginning on February 1, 2018, Italian Elena Grazini will be responsible for the press office of the Vincentian Family. Elena, a journalist with a multi-year specialization in the management of press offices and, in particular, those in the ecclesial field, will be...
The State of Systemic Change in the Vincentian Family
What is the “state of systemic change” in the Vincentian Family?
4 Keys For Using Social Media for Positive Change
Inventive. Inclusive. Humble. Collaborative. These are 4 keys to promoting positive change with the social media tools at your disposal. 1. Take advantage of interactive activism opportunities in online communities. Research shows that people are more likely to...
Serving God Means Serving our Neighbor
Jesus indicates that serving God is serving the neighbor. To help the needy, then, is part and parcel of the religion of his followers. Jesus teaches in the synagogue and amazes the people. And by serving a needy person, he amazes them even more. That is because he...
Advocacy: Collaboration is Essential
AIC International is a ECOSOC recognized Catholic NGO at the UN. At the UN in New York, for nearly two decades we have fought the feminization of poverty with a small group of volunteer representatives. For anyone who has engaged in this work, it is obvious that one...
2nd SSVP Youth International Meeting, June 2018 in Spain
General theme of the meeting: Young Vincentians as leaders of the present and the future of the SSVP. Bible reflection: "You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last." (John 15, 16) An important part...
There is no “You” without “Me,” nor “I” without “You” • A Weekly Reflection with Ozanam
The "I" is truly importunate and hateful, that selfish solitude does not suit the needs of my character; I need the moral accompaniment of the family, the feeling of the "We." You are good and charitable in allowing it, and I will take you for your word. From now on...
Vincentian Family Executive Committee, January 2018
The annual meeting of the Vincentian Family Executive Committee (VFEC) convened in Philadelphia January 16-18, 2018 with its members arriving from seven countries. Agenda items included the three day October 2017 Vincentian Family Symposium evaluation (Rome)....
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