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Articles from the Famvin News Archive
Holy Spirit and the Cardinals
As Pope Benedict devotes himself to a life of prayer it may be more important than ever to pray not only for him but also those who will choose his successor. We like to think that every Pope is picked by the Holy Spirit. Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger was asked on...
Young Vincentian murdered
Some sad news from the Philippines: the killing of one of our Youth Leaders who is also a member of an Indigenous Tribe called Ati, fighting for their ancestral land. Below is the letter of our FAMVIN (VFCC) Chairman here in the Philippines: Dear Members of the...
Vincentian Care, Veterans, Traumatic Stress
Drawing their inspiration from their founder, the "Belgian St. Vincent" and their long tradition of working in situations involving psychiatric disorders, the Brothers of Charity carry on Vincent's mission of carry for the casualties of war. "In support of all...
Vincentian Vocations on Pinterest
There is a new Pinterest board devoted to Vincentian Vocations. It currently has some 33 boards, 763 pins, and 40 followers. It looks like it is time to compile a list of boards devoted to Vincentian Family themes. Let us know if you would like your Vincentian Family...
UK lost triple A – Vins did not!
From the Vincentians in Partnership (VIP) Newsletter.. The UK lost its Triple-A status in February, but the Vins hold onto theirs - Accompaniment Action Advocacy! Visit them at www.vip-gb.org/
Vincentian examination of conscience
As we progress further into Lent perhaps we can examine ourselves against these 5 characteristic Vincentian virtues. (See SlideShare version prepared by VinFormation.) Simplicity Do I always speak the truth? Do I say things as they are or as I want them to be? What...
Lenten energy fast
No, this is not a new power drink. It is one diocese's response to the question "What are you doing for Lent?" EcoCatholic writes, "If you are striving to become greener over the course of the 40 days, the archdiocese of Cincinnati has constructed...
Giving voice to the voiceless as almsgiving
As I was admiring with pride this piece of art created by my talented Grandniece Michelle Mueller (Facebook) I recalled a Catholic News service report (since taken down) discussing how taking action to promote immigration reform is a form of almsgiving during Lent. It...
Message from SVDP President
Antipoverty Programs and Immigration Reform Take Action! Urge Your Representatives To Protect Antipoverty Programs and Pass Immigration Reform Dear Vincentians, Two weeks ago, Catholic leaders, including representatives of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, gathered...
“Living Charity” in Boston, Halifax
Living Charity is an exciting two week volunteer program that is taking place in Boston and Halifax this spring. The Living Charity Volunteer Program is offered by the Sisters of Charity-Halifax. Experiences include: Living and praying together Hands-on service...
