The worldwide Vincentian Family
January 2016 International Vincentian Family Gathering in Rome
The Sisters of Charity Federation of North America is part of the international Vincentian Family, a collaborative network of more than 2 million people worldwide. FamVin includes religious congregations, lay associations and young adult and youth volunteers who follow the rule and spirituality of Vincent de Paul and Louise de Marillac. The Vincentian Family particularly engages and serves persons living in poverty.
The Federation collaborates with the Vincentian Family at the international, North American and local levels in governance, spirituality, communications, social justice, board representation, training for systemic change, formation, leadership meetings, Vincentian Family Gatherings and multiple areas of service of marginalized persons.
The Vincentian Family Young Adults catch the charism during their time at Vincentian / Setonian colleges and universities, year-long and summer volunteer programs, Vincentian Marian Youth, and service opportunities. At the 2015 Vincentian Family Gathering, the young adults began to organize themselves more formally under the leadership of Mike Van Dorpe at DePaul University Office of Mission and Values and an evolving Advisory Committee.
The Vincentian Family Leadership of North America meets annually and includes congregational leaders of the Congregation of the Mission, the Sisters of Charity Federation, and the Missionary Cenacle Family. Presidents/ CEOs represent the Society of St. Vincent dePaul of the US and Canada, Ladies of Charity USA, Depaul USA, and Vincentian young adults.
Leadership from the branches of the Vincentian Family around the world meet every two years. National and regional Vincentian Family leadership coordinate communication among the branches, sharing of spirituality and systemic change resources, shared ministries, and advocacy and social justice initiatives.
FamVin News
- Why We’re Proud to Support Refugees October 26, 2025Depaul UK supports young refugees with compassion and dignity, reflecting St Vincent de Paul’s values. Advisors Molly and Alex warn that the 28-day Home Office eviction period drives many into homelessness, stressing that prevention—not crisis response—is vital to protect wellbeing and cut costs..famvin
- The Pope’s New Apostolic Exhortation, the Poor, and the Vincentians October 26, 2025The Apostolic Exhortation Dilexi te (“I Have Loved You”) by Pope Leo XIV is inspired by the spiritual legacy of Pope Francis and calls the Church to rediscover love for the poor. The text reminds us that caring for those in need is God’s own way of loving. It invites everyone to conversion, humble service, […]Renato Lima de Oliveira
- A Truly Christian Life • A Reflection with Ozanam October 25, 2025It is easier to use an uplifting language, to fulfill certain positive precepts and to reject certain pleasures, than to be deeply filled with the evangelical spirit, to keep it in the depths of the soul to ennoble it, purify it and improve it; in the end: to reproduce it in your works, leaving in […].famvin
- Compassion Without Borders (part 3) October 25, 2025History tells us what happens when doors stay shut and what hope looks like when they open. From the tragedies of the past to moments of courageous welcome, lessons remain clear: compassion must be sustained, not fleeting. Guided by Catholic Social Teaching and global frameworks, solidarity grows into communion that transforms both guest and host..famvin
- The Spirit of Charity Alive in Colorado: Associate Days 2025 October 25, 2025Don Stubbings recently traveled to Colorado for the 2025 Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth Associate Days gathering. His account captures not only the beauty of the journey but also the spirit of connection, prayer, and service that shaped the days in Denver, Leadville, and Grand Junction. Through his eyes, we glimpse the enduring legacy of […]Don Stubbings