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.
Vincentian focuses on lay formation in Panama
For Fr. John Carney, CM, lay formation in Panama is a priority, and he is currently working in Bocas del Toro to increase and maintain engagement. Lay formation goes beyond community members attending Mass. Giving people responsibilities and authority within a parish...
Fr. Aidan Rooney, CM, gives homily celebrating Vincentians’ 400th
On May 1, 2025, Fr. Aidan Rooney, CM, Executive VP for Mission at St. John’s University provided a homily as the university in our Eastern Province celebrated the Vincentians' 400th anniversary. You can see all of the Vincentians' celebrations here. Here is a...
Fr. Gregory Gay, CM, presides over Eucharist in Folleville, France for Vincentians’ 400th
In Folleville, France, a small village well beyond the Northern outskirts of Paris, St. Vincent de Paul preached about the importance of Confession on January 25, 1617. He later credited that day as when he understood his life’s purpose: creating the Congregation of...
Paris to Host Celebrations for the 400th Anniversary of the Congregation of the Mission
The jubilee of the congregation founded by St. Vincent de Paul will include the presence of Cardinals Iglic, Souraphiel, and Rodé, more than 20 bishops, and 150 confreres. The celebrations will culminate on May 1 with a Mass presided over by the Auxiliary Bishop of...
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...