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The Vincentian Family is a movement made up of more than 160 institutions and some 4,000,000 people who follow Jesus Christ, serving the poor, as did St. Vincent de Paul, St. Louise de Marillac and many other believers who, over the last four centuries, have enriched the Vincentian charism.
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Articles from the Famvin News Archive
Friendship within the Church
by Ross Reyes Dizon | Apr 25, 2013 | Reflections
Jesus says aloud what the disciples are sensing, “My children, I will be with you only a little while longer.” He speaks to them tenderly. He wants his last gestures and words etched on their hearts: “I give you a new commandment: love one another; as I have...
Daughters honored in San Francisco
by John Freund, CM | Apr 24, 2013 | Daughters of Charity, Vincentian Family
The Daughters of Charity, Province of the West, were among the recipients of the 2013 Loaves & Fishes Award for Faith in Action sponsored by Catholic Charities CYO. The 16th Annual Dinner and Gala was held at the St. Regis Hotel in San Francisco, and recognized...
“Pacem in Terris” 50 years later (CNS)
by John Freund, CM | Apr 24, 2013 | Poverty: Analysis and Responses
Catholic News Service looks at how "Pacem in Terris" holds up 50 years after the Cold War-inspired papal encyclical on peace was written by Blessed John XXIII. Meghan Clark, Professor Moral Theology at St. John's University joins Cardinal Turkson and Maryann...
DePaul University – Revitalization of gaming industry
by John Freund, CM | Apr 24, 2013 | Vincentian Family
Chicago was once a major player in game development. Now, as players' tastes migrate from big console games to smaller mobile titles, a host of new indie studios have surfaced in the Windy City, staffed by a mix of newcomers and industry vets from the old studios....
Homeless Veterans
by John Freund, CM | Apr 23, 2013 | Justice and Peace
Homeless Advocate Mark Horvath says "I Dare You to Watch This Short Video on Veteran Homelessness" On any given night, nearly 633,782 people in the United States experience homelessness -- over 60,000 of them veterans. This must-see video from @home is the very best...
Bishops say immigration reform now
by John Freund, CM | Apr 23, 2013 | Justice and Peace
USCCB President Says ‘Now Is The Time’ To Reform Immigration System Cardinal Dolan: Suffering of migrants must end Path to citizenship should be improved and families protected Enforcement should guarantee basic human rights WASHINGTON—Cardinal Timothy Dolan of New...
SVDP partners with Gas South
by John Freund, CM | Apr 23, 2013 | Vincentian Family
More creative fund raising through partnerships with the SVDP... Thank you for considering Gas South’s Partner Program. We’ve partnered with St. Vincent de Paul (Georgia) to provide you with discounts on your natural gas bill.Not only is it free to join, but you’ll...
Vincentians called to Sainthood?
by John Freund, CM | Apr 23, 2013 | Vincentian Family
Lynn L'Heureux asks whether we are ready to transform our lives. We are all called to Sainthood. - Are you ready to transform your life? – Christ is within you. Dear Vincentian Brothers and Sisters. We pray for each other and lately we have prayed for the two major...
St. Louise the theologian – Plan of God
by John Freund, CM | Apr 23, 2013 | Vincentian Family
The unidentified author of Louise de Marillac and the Plan of God, reflects on St. Louise's theology from the viewpoint of the plan of God. "In Louise’s life everything is focused on the love of God: the divine will has formulated an eternal plan with regard to...
Ozanam 200th– Phone Wallpaper
by Famvin Media Resources | Apr 22, 2013 | Vincentian Family
Celebrate Frederic Ozanam's 200th birthday by setting his picture as your phone's wallpaper. To install: iPhone: View this webpage using your phone, and click on the blue button below that corresponds to your model of iPhone. (Or, simply scan one of the codes below)....