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United in Hope and Mission: Testimony of Sr. María Donat on the Second Vincentian Convocation
The Second Convocation of the Vincentian Family, held in Rome in November 2024, reaffirmed the commitment to responding to the cry of the poor and the earth through synodality and structural transformation. Sister María Donat, a Daughter of Charity, highlighted the richness of the gathering and the need to live out service with simplicity, promoting structures that transform the reality of the poorest and foster human dignity and care for the planet.
National Vocation Congress 2025 in Spain: A Call to Mission and the Testimony of the Vincentian Family
From February 7 to 9, 2025, Madrid hosted the Vocations Congress “For Whom Am I? Assembly of Those Called to Mission,” bringing together more than 3,000 participants from various ecclesial backgrounds. The event, organized by the Spanish Episcopal Conference, aimed to reflect on Christian vocation and foster vocational discernment. The Vincentian Family played a prominent role, contributing its charism and experience in evangelization and service to those most in need.
Activities of the Secretariat of Vincentian Pilgrimages
Join the 1st Pilgrimage to the Essential Vincentian Sites from June 1 to June 13, 2025, and experience a unique journey of faith, community, and learning in the places where St. Vincent de Paul left his legacy! Don’t miss the opportunity to visit Paris and other locations in France with brothers and sisters from different nationalities; spots are limited, so register before May 2.
A Vincentian Minute: Vincentians Living Lent and Easter 04
Father Rooney extends the Sunday Scriptures for Vincentians in a “Lent and Easter Journey.” This week: the idea that humility unites you with the person you’re serving.
Weaving Bonds and Building Community
To fulfill its mission more effectively, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul must embrace diversity — reflecting the cultural, linguistic, age, and economic variety of both parishioners and the communities it serves — fostering inclusivity, cultural competence, and generational sustainability while inspiring broader participation and strengthening its impact.
Lent Reflection: 4 – Vincentian Almsgiving: Giving from the Heart and Sharing Life
Almsgiving is often understood as the act of giving money or resources to those in need. While this is important, the Vincentian perspective challenges us to go deeper. True almsgiving is not just about giving things but about sharing life, dignity, and love with those who suffer.
A Journey Through Vincentian Spirituality – Part 2 (video)
As part of Vincentian Lent, we welcome you to join us each week as Fr. Mark Noonan CM brings us on a journey through Vincentian Spirituality.
Dropping the “G” From Kingdom
Let’s explore what happens when you drop the letter “G” and think of a “Kin-dom.”
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Special: Conflict in Ukraine
UK Embassy opens Depaul Kyiv Day Centre
After words of welcome, Fr. Vitaliy spoke about the founding of Depaul in Kharkiv in 2006 and its journey to becoming a lifeline for the country’s homeless ever since.
Ukraine: We are battling war. Soon we will battle frostbite and hypothermia
Russia’s war on Ukraine has brought so much pain and suffering. It has resulted in a humanitarian crisis which will only get worse as winter approaches.
Ukraine blasts: Father Vitaliy update
The recent blasts across Ukraine have rocked the nation. Our staff and volunteers are safe and well, and we are continuing our work across Kyiv, Kharkiv and Odesa, delivering vital food, hygiene kits and helping to repair homes.
DePaul Launches Ukraine Winter Appeal as Perilous Temperatures Await
Ukraine faces a perilous winter without urgent funds, says international homelessness charity.
SSVP and Depaul are together, in close collaboration, in an effective humanitarian action in Ukraine
The response the Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SSVP) in Ukraine can make to these problems is limited.
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