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
- A Book That Liberates: The Story Behind “Vous Serez Libre, Mes Filles” December 15, 2025Pilgrims from France, Italy, and Scotland discover Vincentian hospitality on the Camino de Santiago, “At the Foot of the Altar.” The story of young Turkish women educated by the Daughters of Charity stands out, whose experience of freedom inspires a book that supports new works in the Middle East. The Word of God and the […]The Sisters on the Camino Team
- A Vincentian Minute: Vincentians Living Advent and Christmas 02 December 15, 2025Father Rooney extends the Sunday Scriptures for Vincentians by recognizing the vision of Advent and Christmas. This week: Evangelization is our call.Famvin Media Resources
- The Rosalie Projects: A Story of Modern Ponds December 14, 2025In the heart of Nigeria, in the Eleme region, the Daughters of Charity established the Rosalie Home rehabilitation center in 1995. In this center, which provides shelter and care for women suffering from mental illness and without resources, with the aim of reintegrating them into society whenever possibleBibiana Dura, DC
- Advent from a Vincentian Perspective, Part 5: Advent: A Time for Conversion and Solidarity with the Poor December 14, 2025For Vincentians, this time is particularly significant, as it invites personal conversion and a renewed commitment to justice and solidarity with the poor..famvin
- Surrender and Consolation • A Reflection with Elizabeth Ann Seton December 13, 2025St. Elizabeth Ann Seton affirms that when we completely surrender everything to God, we are never left empty: either He grants what we ask, or He gives such deep consolation that all becomes peace. This total surrender, born from suffering and faith, shows that true peace doesn’t come from outcomes but from radical trust in […].famvin