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Don’t miss the opportunity! The Second Convocation of the Vincentian Family in Rome is Less than Two Weeks Away #famvin2024
In less than two weeks, Rome will become the heart of the Vincentian Family: members from around the world will gather to strengthen the bonds that unite them and renew their commitment to the mission of serving those most in need. With the date fast approaching, you still have time to register and be part of this inspiring event.
A Mother and Son Volunteer Together at the Food Pantry
Yolanda Shields and her son Ben Blackford, a senior at St. Xavier High School, have formed a deeper bond and gained empathy for those in need by volunteering together at St. Vincent de Paul Louisville’s Food Pantry, an experience that has shaped Ben’s perspective on service as he prepares for college and a career in meteorology.
The Heart of a Leader – Juan Manuel Gómez, SSVP #Famvin2024
Juan Manuel Gómez, president of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, is here to make a call to you, to attend the second Assembly of the Vincentian Family, which will be held, God willing, in Rome from November 14-17 with the theme: “Keeping the fire burning.”
Tuesday Conferences by The God Minute (Video Series)
The God Minute is carrying on the tradition of the Tuesday Conferences of St. Vincent de Paul by offering video classes.
Merry Christmas! • A Weekly Reflection with Ozanam
That bond, God that unites family in distance, comforts Frederic, gives him “strength and courage.” Did you wish family and friends a Merry Christmas?
How Many Different Languages Does Mary Speak?
In a sense, I have never outgrown the “why” stage of childhood.
Christmas Reflection
Brief Christmas presentation (excerpt of document by Fr. Gregory Gay, C.M.)
Advent from a Vincentian Perspective, Part 6: The Birth of Christ: The Joy of Advent and the Vincentian Vocation
For those living the Vincentian vocation, the joy of Christmas is intimately connected with the joy of serving the poor and needy— echoing the biblical teaching, “God loves a cheerful giver” (2 Corinthians 9:7).
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Special: Conflict in Ukraine
MISEVI – Committed to Vincentian Mission
In February, we held a virtual meeting for all the presidents/representatives and heard from them concerning their groups. Here is a very brief summary of some of the activities of MISEVI.
Ukraine Three Months on: an Update from Mark McGreevy, President Depaul Group
Last week marked three months since the start of the war in Ukraine, and tragically, the conflict shows no signs of abating.
The “Berceau” of St. Vincent de Paul Welcomes Ukrainian Refugees
At the request of the Prefecture and in partnership with the Red Cross, the “Œuvre du Berceau de Saint Vincent de Paul” welcomed Ukrainians displaced by war and has been doing so since March 19.
Terror in Ukraine: 100 Days of a Senseless War
Today, the Russian military operation that culminated with the invasion of Ukraine reaches its 100th day.
The Ukrainian Golgotha
Daughters of Charity in war zones in Ukraine send an Easter message.
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