https://famvin.org/en/ Seeing Christ in the face of the poor Wed, 05 Aug 2026 05:28:05 +0000 -en-US hourly 1 171928930 https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/06/on-august-7-we-celebrate-the-feast-of-blessed-edmund-bojanowski/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=on-august-7-we-celebrate-the-feast-of-blessed-edmund-bojanowski https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/06/on-august-7-we-celebrate-the-feast-of-blessed-edmund-bojanowski/#respond Fri, 07 Aug 2026 02:00:00 +0000 https://famvin.org/en/?p=169203 Blessed Edmund Bojanowski was a Polish layman whose life combined deep faith, cultural engagement, and tireless service to the poor, especially children, leading to the foundation of four religious congregations and a lasting legacy of mercy. ]]> https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/06/on-august-7-we-celebrate-the-feast-of-blessed-edmund-bojanowski/feed/ 0 169203 https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/06/beyond-the-doorstep-the-vincentian-home-visit-as-an-encounter-that-restores-dignity/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=beyond-the-doorstep-the-vincentian-home-visit-as-an-encounter-that-restores-dignity https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/06/beyond-the-doorstep-the-vincentian-home-visit-as-an-encounter-that-restores-dignity/#respond Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:00:35 +0000 https://famvin.org/en/?p=181393 The home visit has long been one of the most distinctive practices of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. It is not simply a practical way of delivering assistance. It represents a deliberate choice to draw close to people in need within the reality of their everyday lives.]]> https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/06/beyond-the-doorstep-the-vincentian-home-visit-as-an-encounter-that-restores-dignity/feed/ 0 181393 https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/06/called-in-weakness-chosen-in-grace-the-biography-of-father-antoine-hippolyte-nicolle-cm-part-4/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=called-in-weakness-chosen-in-grace-the-biography-of-father-antoine-hippolyte-nicolle-cm-part-4 https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/06/called-in-weakness-chosen-in-grace-the-biography-of-father-antoine-hippolyte-nicolle-cm-part-4/#respond Thu, 06 Aug 2026 11:00:29 +0000 https://famvin.org/en/?p=166368 In his final years, Fr. Nicolle continued his spiritual work in Albi and Montolieu, guiding others despite declining health. He died in 1890, leaving a legacy of prayer, sacrifice, and deep devotion to Christ’s agony.]]> https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/06/called-in-weakness-chosen-in-grace-the-biography-of-father-antoine-hippolyte-nicolle-cm-part-4/feed/ 0 166368 https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/06/the-vincentian-family-daily-intention-august-6-2026/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-vincentian-family-daily-intention-august-6-2026 https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/06/the-vincentian-family-daily-intention-august-6-2026/#respond Thu, 06 Aug 2026 07:00:02 +0000 https://famvin.org/en/?p=179344 Today, August 6, 2026, we, the members of the Vincentian Family, pray for those denied communion by rigid structures.]]> https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/06/the-vincentian-family-daily-intention-august-6-2026/feed/ 0 179344 https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/05/the-society-of-saint-vincent-de-paul-history-and-mission/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-society-of-saint-vincent-de-paul-history-and-mission https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/05/the-society-of-saint-vincent-de-paul-history-and-mission/#comments Thu, 06 Aug 2026 02:00:45 +0000 https://famvin.org/en/?p=155787 Founded in 1833 in Paris by university students, the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul is a global Catholic organization that aids the needy and promotes social justice in over 150 countries.]]> https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/05/the-society-of-saint-vincent-de-paul-history-and-mission/feed/ 1 155787 https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/05/earthen-vessels-2-cor-47/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=earthen-vessels-2-cor-47 https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/05/earthen-vessels-2-cor-47/#comments Wed, 05 Aug 2026 21:00:00 +0000 https://famvin.org/en/?p=183236 St. Paul’s image of treasure in earthen vessels reveals the mystery of human fragility inhabited by God’s inexhaustible presence. Though suffering, persecution, and weakness may crack us, divine love sustains, heals, and refills us. St. Vincent’s words echo this truth: our weakness does not prevent virtue but becomes the place where grace enables it to flourish.]]> https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/05/earthen-vessels-2-cor-47/feed/ 2 183236 https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/05/current-a-documentary-journey-into-family-memory-enslavement-and-the-courage-to-tell-the-truth/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=current-a-documentary-journey-into-family-memory-enslavement-and-the-courage-to-tell-the-truth https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/05/current-a-documentary-journey-into-family-memory-enslavement-and-the-courage-to-tell-the-truth/#respond Wed, 05 Aug 2026 11:30:41 +0000 https://famvin.org/en/?p=181400 CURRENT: A Descendant’s Journey for Truth explores slavery, forced migration, family memory, and the recovery of overlooked African American histories. The documentary features the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, highlighting their archival work, their acknowledgment of ties to enslaved people, and their commitment to truth, remembrance, justice, and reconciliation.]]> https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/05/current-a-documentary-journey-into-family-memory-enslavement-and-the-courage-to-tell-the-truth/feed/ 0 181400 https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/05/the-vincentian-family-daily-intention-august-5-2026/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-vincentian-family-daily-intention-august-5-2026 https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/05/the-vincentian-family-daily-intention-august-5-2026/#respond Wed, 05 Aug 2026 07:00:02 +0000 https://famvin.org/en/?p=179345 Today, August 5, 2026, we, the members of the Vincentian Family, pray for unity in diversity within the Vincentian Family.]]> https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/05/the-vincentian-family-daily-intention-august-5-2026/feed/ 0 179345 https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/05/vincentian-family-office-publishes-global-statement-on-the-humanitarian-crisis-in-ceuta/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=vincentian-family-office-publishes-global-statement-on-the-humanitarian-crisis-in-ceuta https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/05/vincentian-family-office-publishes-global-statement-on-the-humanitarian-crisis-in-ceuta/#comments Wed, 05 Aug 2026 05:28:05 +0000 https://famvin.org/en/?p=183319 In the face of the human tragedy in Ceuta, the Vincentian Family Office expresses its sorrow for those who have died or remain missing and calls for immediate protection for the survivors, especially children. No border, political interest, or immigration status can be placed above a person’s life, dignity, and rights.]]> https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/05/vincentian-family-office-publishes-global-statement-on-the-humanitarian-crisis-in-ceuta/feed/ 1 183319 https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/04/heir-and-guardian-of-the-vincentian-charism-gatherings-and-action-priorities-of-the-vincentian-family-in-brazil/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=heir-and-guardian-of-the-vincentian-charism-gatherings-and-action-priorities-of-the-vincentian-family-in-brazil https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/04/heir-and-guardian-of-the-vincentian-charism-gatherings-and-action-priorities-of-the-vincentian-family-in-brazil/#respond Wed, 05 Aug 2026 02:00:47 +0000 https://famvin.org/en/?p=181408 The 18th National Gathering of the Vincentian Family in Brazil, held in Fortaleza, brought together representatives of 12 Branches to strengthen communion, formation, and mission. Guided by the See-Discern-Act-Celebrate method, participants explored FAVILA’s action priorities and renewed their commitment to live the charism through concrete service to people in poverty.]]> https://famvin.org/en/2026/08/04/heir-and-guardian-of-the-vincentian-charism-gatherings-and-action-priorities-of-the-vincentian-family-in-brazil/feed/ 0 181408