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Reflections from the International Journal on Homelessness Conference

Reflections from the International Journal on Homelessness Conference

With 150 million people worldwide currently experiencing homelessness, it is is an urgent social problem. It transcends geographical borders, intersecting with global economic, political and social factors. If we are to end homelessness, sharing knowledge, experiences and perspectives from different contexts is vital.

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Transforming Lives Through International Twinning: Education and Support for Indigenous Children

Transforming Lives Through International Twinning: Education and Support for Indigenous Children

Through the International Twinning program of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, St. Mary Cathedral Conference in Colorado Springs, USA, partners with the Medalla Milagrosa Conference in Monterrey, Mexico, to support the Rarámuri Integrity Institute, a boarding school attended by 26 indigenous children. Their collaboration provides education, nutritious meals, and essential supplies, fostering cross-cultural solidarity and making a lasting impact on communities in need.

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A Fire That Unites Us in Hope: Testimony of Wendy Fuentes on the Second Vincentian Convocation

A Fire That Unites Us in Hope: Testimony of Wendy Fuentes on the Second Vincentian Convocation

The Second International Vincentian Family Gathering in Rome (November 14–17, 2024) renewed the commitment to serving the poor with creativity and unity, as highlighted in its final document, “Keeping the Fire Burning to Be Pilgrims of Hope.” Wendy Fuentes from Honduras shared how the event enriched her spiritually, strengthening her passion for service through shared experiences, Eucharistic celebrations, and reflections with Vincentians from around the world.

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Pope Leo XIV: A New Shepherd for a Church that Walks with the Poor

May 8, 2025 will go down in history as the day the Catholic Church elected its first pope born in the United States. Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, a Chicago native with deep missionary roots in Latin America, was chosen by the College of Cardinals to succeed Pope Francis as the 267th pontiff of the Catholic Church.

Pope Francis and St. Louise de Marillac: Models for A Synodal Church

On May 9, 2025, as we celebrate the Feast of St. Louise de Marillac, we are invited to recognize the shared spirituality and mission of both Louise and Pope Francis, who embody a Church of compassion, communion, and service to the poor. In this same spirit, the Vincentian Family encourages reflection on the document from the Second Convocation as a guide for discerning the Holy Spirit’s call in today’s world.

A Profound Call to Action: Testimony on the Second Convocation of the Vincentian Family in Rome

Join us in watching this inspiring message from Guillermo Bolívar, representing a Vincentian branch in Medellín, Colombia. He shares key takeaways from the Second Convocation of the Vincentian Family held in Rome last November.

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