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Would We Listen If Cathedrals Could Speak?
Westminster Abbey began as a Benedictine monastery in 960 AD. The Abbey is rich in history and could tell many stories.
Appreciating St. Vincent’s Writings (Presentation)
On this Feast Day we encourage you to start or continue reading St. Vincent’s correspondence often, to be spiritually fed and supported by his guidance.
The “Educa Já” Project Transforms Lives through Education for Young People and Adults in São Paulo (Brazil)
The “Educa Já” Project, an ongoing initiative by SSVP Brazil in São Paulo/SP, reaffirms the importance of education in human development and social inclusion.
St. Vincent de Paul and Mother Seton: A Match Made in Heaven
St. Vincent de Paul and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton weren’t holy card or fairy-tale figures, but flesh and blood human beings who struggled with earthly dreams.
We are almost there! Fourth Letter of Invitation to the Second Vincentian Convocation 2024 #famvin2024
The Second Convocation of the Vincentian Family, November 14-17, will be a space to listen to the diverse voices within the Family, including ordained, married and single lay people, and all those committed to the Vincentian charism.
Advocacy in the Lives and Works of Saint Vincent de Paul and Saint Louise de Marillac #famvin2024
Two significant figures in the history of Christian advocacy are Saint Vincent de Paul and Saint Louise de Marillac. These saints are known for their tireless work among the poor, sick, and marginalized in 17th-century France.
Fourth Issue of Famvin Newsletter Is Now Available!
The Famvin Communications Commission has released the fourth issue of the bulletin “FamVin News”. Click to see It! ☝️
The Family Success Center of Louisville (USA) Celebrates 10 Years
Zaire Royster, an incoming sophomore at W.E.B. DuBois Academy, reminisced about his time as an elementary student at the Family Success Center (FSC), located at 1015 S Preston St, Louisville, KY 40203, USA.
A Vincentian View: What Must Be Done?
Each year, St. John’s University celebrates Founder’s Week. From September 20-27, the days point the University towards St. Vincent and our charism, and they conclude with the great Solemnity on the 27th.
Are You a Genius?
Who are the great geniuses of history? There are certainly many who shaped the daily lives of people of their time … and well beyond.
Reflections
A Vincentian View: What Must Be Done?
Each year, St. John’s University celebrates Founder’s Week. From September 20-27, the days point the University towards St. Vincent and our charism, and they conclude with the great Solemnity on the 27th.
Are You a Genius?
Who are the great geniuses of history? There are certainly many who shaped the daily lives of people of their time … and well beyond.
Haughty That Are on the Way to Gehenna
Jesus is meek and lowly of heart. Hence, he wants us to be meek and lowly of heart also, and not at all haughty. John and the other disciples way well be as jealous for Jesus’ sake as Joshua was for Moses’. Or they may be so haughty. Haughty enough to think that…
Firewood for the Soul: St Vincent de Paul
A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.
Useless Servants • A Weekly Reflection with Ozanam
We are useless servants: such is the testimony that must give those who unite to serve God and men. […] Not to show ourselves, but let us to be seen: such could be our formula and is, more or less, among the maxims of a great apostle of charity, Saint Francis de…
Would We Listen If Cathedrals Could Speak?
Westminster Abbey began as a Benedictine monastery in 960 AD. The Abbey is rich in history and could tell many stories.
Appreciating St. Vincent’s Writings (Presentation)
On this Feast Day we encourage you to start or continue reading St. Vincent’s correspondence often, to be spiritually fed and supported by his guidance.
The “Educa Já” Project Transforms Lives through Education for Young People and Adults in São Paulo (Brazil)
The “Educa Já” Project, an ongoing initiative by SSVP Brazil in São Paulo/SP, reaffirms the importance of education in human development and social inclusion.
St. Vincent de Paul and Mother Seton: A Match Made in Heaven
St. Vincent de Paul and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton weren’t holy card or fairy-tale figures, but flesh and blood human beings who struggled with earthly dreams.
We are almost there! Fourth Letter of Invitation to the Second Vincentian Convocation 2024 #famvin2024
The Second Convocation of the Vincentian Family, November 14-17, will be a space to listen to the diverse voices within the Family, including ordained, married and single lay people, and all those committed to the Vincentian charism.
Advocacy in the Lives and Works of Saint Vincent de Paul and Saint Louise de Marillac #famvin2024
Two significant figures in the history of Christian advocacy are Saint Vincent de Paul and Saint Louise de Marillac. These saints are known for their tireless work among the poor, sick, and marginalized in 17th-century France.
Fourth Issue of Famvin Newsletter Is Now Available!
The Famvin Communications Commission has released the fourth issue of the bulletin “FamVin News”. Click to see It! ☝️
The Family Success Center of Louisville (USA) Celebrates 10 Years
Zaire Royster, an incoming sophomore at W.E.B. DuBois Academy, reminisced about his time as an elementary student at the Family Success Center (FSC), located at 1015 S Preston St, Louisville, KY 40203, USA.
A Vincentian View: What Must Be Done?
Each year, St. John’s University celebrates Founder’s Week. From September 20-27, the days point the University towards St. Vincent and our charism, and they conclude with the great Solemnity on the 27th.
Are You a Genius?
Who are the great geniuses of history? There are certainly many who shaped the daily lives of people of their time … and well beyond.
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