Antonio Gianfico, National President of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, presented testimonies during the papal...
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Good fruits of 400th Jubilee Year
In this Jubilee Year of 400th anniversary of the Vincentan Charism, we Sisters of Mercy of St. Vincent de Paul, Region...
The Vincentian Charism and Liberation
An interesting e-book called “Vincent de Paul and Liberation” is available for download.
“400 Years of Vincentian Charism” Book Published in Romania #famvin400
Contributed by Marilena Bartic: The Sapientia Publishing House in Iași, Romania, recently published a book entitled "1617-2017. 400 years of the Vincentian Charism," written by Ana Dobos. The book was issued by "Christianity Today" and it has 102 pages. The book...
400th Anniversary Celebrations in Rio de Janeiro (Brazil)
"I was a stranger and you welcomed me ..." A global initiative of the Vincentian Family to celebrate during the year 2017 the 400 years of the Vincentian charism Schedule in the region of Rio de Janeiro I – In the celebratory dimension: September 25, 2016: Celebration...
May 9: Feast of St. Louise de Marillac
As St. Louise’s feast day approaches, we would like to highlight a series of three videos in which Sr. Louise Sullivan, DC talks with Sr. Elisabeth Charpy, DC about St. Louise’s life and works.
Icon of the Charism: Divided by History, United by Charity
It has been 400 years since the days of Folleville and Châtillon. That long period has not weakened the Vincentian charism like the oak at the Berceau. It is as alive as a spring high in the mountains. The Polish artist, Mariola Zajączkowska-Bicho, on a sketch by...
Celebration of the 400 Anniversary of the Vincentian Charism in Carga – MG (Brazil)
This year, the Vincentian Family celebrates the 400th anniversary of the charism of its founder, Saint Vincent de Paul, a charism that currently is lived and celebrated by more than 225 branches around the world. Each of these branches, from their realities, live this...
Virtual Meeting of the Vincentian Family in Central America with Fr. Tomaz Mavric, Superior General
At 10:00 am on March 26, 2017, began the eleventh virtual meeting with the National Presidents of the Vincentian Family of Central America. In this meeting, which occurred via "Go To Meeting," Fr. Tomaz Mavric, Superior General was present. Other participants were:...
Four Lessons: Responding to the Homelessness Crisis
In a recent article, "Four Lessons from Leading Companies Responding to the Refugee Crisis," Philippe Sion, Jaclyn Marcatili, Laura Watry give a "map" for the Vincentian Family when thinking about homelessness. They said, Inspired by a recent blog written about the...
If It Was Not For The Women, There May Not Be A St. Vincent de Paul
Commenting on a recent article, MaryAnn Dantuono, President of the Ladies of Charity (AIC) USA said, This is a delightful recognition. (ed. note: LCUSA was recognized for the 400th Anniversary of the founding of the Confraternities of Charity in France. The...
Who are the Homeless? #IamVincent
As we prepare to launch a major initiative to serve the homeless populations of the world, the Vincentian family needs to know the answer to the question, "Who are the homeless?" Then we need to share the truth. Steve Lopez of the LA Times paints a clear picture....
