Papal message for 45th World Communications Day

In his annual reflection on communications Benedict writes, “The new technologies are not only changing the way we communicate, but communication itself, so much so that it could be said that we are living through a period of vast cultural transformation. This...

The day Vincent discovered his direction in life

January 25th marks the 394th anniversary of the day Vincent discovered his vocation and direction in life. The Congregation of the Mission celebrates this as its “Foundation Day” but in reality the Congregation was not legally set up until 7 year laters on...
Do-gooder or servant?

Do-gooder or servant?

The featured video, currently also at the right side of this page, tells the story of someone who wants to volunteer as an aid worker. This is a wonderful description of some common misconceptions and unconscious motivations about coming to the aid of those who are...

Vincentian presence in Tunisia

This fresco depicting Vincent in the Cathedral of St Vincent de Paul in Tunis is a reminder of the special connection of Vincent and Tunis and  serves as a request for special prayers for the people of Tunis and those members of the Vincentian Family, especially the...
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