Antonio Gianfico, National President of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, presented testimonies during the papal...
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Vincent truly believed in partnership in the church
Vincent truly believed in partnership in the church and that is why he listened, learned and trusted the instincts and wisdom of Louise. Together they imagined and gave birth to a movement that has inspired us all.
Aida Baladi: testimony of a Vincentian at Symposium 2017
We invite you to reflect upon the witness of Aida Baladi, president of the Vincentian Marian Youth of Syria, during...
McGreevy Presents Famvin Homeless Alliance to the Vincentian Family
During the audience with His Holiness, Pope Francis, on the 14th of October, the members of the Vincentian Family from all parts of the world were present at the launching of an initiative to combat homelessness. Mark McGreevy, Executive Director “Depaul...
The Charism at 400: in a State of Permanent Reinterpretation
“Reflections from the Vincentian Family Symposium” During the days of the Rome Symposium of the Vincentian Family I was paying attention to signs, words, conversations that signal a new interpretation of our Vincentian charism in an entirely new reality. I...
A Call to Collective Impact and Thorough Formation #famvin400
Systemic change has got a “big sister” called collective impact. You’ve read about it often on .famvin. And formation — history and spirituality — well, you know, it’s just our thing! The Vincentian Family at Rome was privileged to...
Video of the Prayer Vigil for the 400th anniversary (Rome, October 14)
In the incomparable setting of the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls, on October 14, in the afternoon, the Vincentian Family lived together a wonderful moment of prayer that joined thousands of participants in the Symposium of the Vincentian Family, as well as...
The Vincentian Charism: A Road to Sanctity
“The Vincentian Charism is a way of life. As a way of life within the Church, it is a road to sanctity, the sanctification of our own lives and the lives of others.” At his closing homily for the 400th anniversary, Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, C.M., 24th successor of...
Video from the Vincentian Family Encounter with Pope Francis at #famvin400
In the unique setting of St. Peter’s Square in Rome, today 14 October more than 10,000 members of the Vincentian Family from all over the world have had a very special encounter with Pope Francis. Our day began in the morning, when lay and consecrated members of...
Pope tells Vincentians to adore, welcome and go #famvin400
On Saturday Pope Francis said Vincentians must adore, welcome and go! Vincentians should share God’s love with action and service – “and that we can’t just sit around and wait for other people to perform our vocation.” “Love is dynamic, it goes out of itself,” the...
EWTN covers Pope Francis with the Vincentian Family at #famvin400 #Rome
You can watch the goings on this Saturday on EWTN – the Global Catholic Network. Times above are EDT (New York USA) times. Check in the “Watch Live” section. If you’re not sure, click here to go to EWTN.COM or click the image below the rest of the schedule...
Vincentian Family 400th Anniversary Symposium: Images of Day 1
They’re off and running. Almost 10,000 Vincentians are gathered in Rome for three days of joy, prayer, formation and fun! Enjoy these pictures. Download this TV and WEB live broadcast schedule and join in! (choose the one in your language — times are...
