AROUND THE PROVINCE
A home for stories, spiritual reflections, videos, and news from the Vincentians of the Eastern Province (Congregation of the Mission), along with posts about collaborators in the Vincentian Family.
Pope Francis Sends Message to the Congregation of the Mission for the 400th Anniversary of Its Founding
To the Reverend Tomaž Mavrič Superior General of the Congregation of the MissionAs the Congregation of the Mission prepares to commemorate the fourth centenary of its foundation, I offer affectionate good wishes to you, to the priests and brothers of the Congregation,...
Niagara University Receives Millions to Improve Internet Access throughout Niagara Falls
Niagara University has received $9.2 million in federal funding to address barriers to digital equity faced by low-income individuals, aging populations, individuals with disabilities, and historically marginalized populations throughout the City of Niagara Falls. The...
give me 5 with Fr. Gregory Cozzubbo, CM
give me 5 is a series in our Vincentian Voices newsletter that asks five random questions to an Eastern Province Priest or Brother. Meet Fr. Gregory Cozzubbo, CM, in this edition.Fr. Gregory Cozzubbo, CM, has served as Campus Minister at Niagara University for two...
Charlotte Emaús movement perpetuates Vincentian tradition
The Vincentian spirit is alive and well at Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish in Charlotte, North Carolina. Among the many groups serving St. Vincent de Paul’s mission of helping others, the Emaús holds a special place. It begins with a spiritual retreat that has a lasting...
Vincentian Regional Superior joins Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s La Voz podcast
On December 8, 2024, Fr. Joe Fitzgerald, CM, the Regional Superior in Panama, joined the Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s La Voz de Dios en Las Voces de Nuestros Pueblos (The Voice of God in the Voices of the People) podcast, hosted by Producer Marianela Núñez. In the...
Vincentians Expand Footprint in Panama
The Vincentians are expanding their presence in Panama as Fr. John Carney, CM, began an assignment in Bocas del Toro on October 4, 2024. Located in the Central American country’s northeast, Bocas del Toro attract tourists, providing its residences with work. Yet, the...
Pope Francis Blesses Keys, Commemorating Vincentian Project
Pope Francis blessed 13 keys on November 17, 2024, World Day of the Poor, to honor the Vincentians’ mission to provide homes for people in need of shelter. This blessing highlights the Vincentians’ and the Catholic Church’s commitment to supporting marginalized...
Vietnamese Catholic Get New Church in Greensboro, NC
Excitement is mounting as the Holy Family Vietnamese Catholic Community of Greensboro, a mission church of St. Mary’s, prepares to open its doors for Masses. Seeking more space for Vietnamese Masses, faith formation, and other community events, the Vietnamese Catholic...
Turn Everything to Love: Living the Single Vocation
The following is the fourth chapter from "Turn Everything to Love, a rule of life for lay members of the Vincentian Family" by Father Bob Maloney, CM.As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of Gods varied grace.1 Peter 4: 10The...
Turn Everything to Love: Loving at Home
The following is the third chapter from "Turn Everything to Love, a rule of life for lay members of the Vincentian Family" by Father Bob Maloney, CM.Put on then, as Gods chosen ones, holy and beloved, heartfelt compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience,...
Amid Challenges, Faith in Mary Thrives in Panama
Like too many worldwide, Panamanians are facing challenges that call for Mary’s intercession. In Panama, critical issues revolve around access to water, mining operations, and housing, all of which are deeply interconnected. Mining, which has captured significant...
Turn Everything to Love: Listening to the Word of Go
The following is the first chapter from "Turn Everything to Love, a rule of life for lay members of the Vincentian Family" by Father Bob Maloney, CM.Each morning he awakes me to hear, to listen like a disciple. The Lord Yahweh has opened my ear.Is 50:4-5Each one must...
Turn Everything to Love: Focusing on Christ as the Center
The following is the first chapter from "Turn Everything to Love, a rule of life for lay members of the Vincentian Family" by Father Bob Maloney, CM.May Christ dwell in your hearts through faith, so that, being rooted and grounded in love, you may be able to...
give me 5 with Fr. John Timlin, CM
give me 5 is a series in our Vincentian Voices newsletter that asks five random questions to an Eastern Province Priest or Brother. Meet Fr. John Timlin, CM, in this edition.Fr. John Timlin, CM, has served as pastor of St. Mary Church in Greensboro, since Aug. 16 of...
give me 5 with Fr. John Kettelberger, CM
give me 5 is a series in our Vincentian Voices newsletter that asks five random questions to an Eastern Province Priest or Brother. Meet Fr. John Kettelberger, CM, in this edition.Fr. John Kettelberger, CM, has served as a Vincentian priest for more than 45 years. In...