Our Mission

Together with our friends, collaborators, and benefactors, the Vincentian priests and brothers of the Western Province bring the light of the Gospel to the world. Like our founder, St. Vincent de Paul, we see the face of Christ in the poor, the lonely, and the forgotten. We fulfill our mission, nurtured by prayer and communal life, by caring for God’s people, wherever they may be.

Our Stories

Statement on Illinois Attorney General Report

On Tuesday, May 23, 2023, after almost five years of investigation, the Illinois State Attorney General’s Office released an extensive report on Catholic clergy sex abuse in the state entitled, “Report on Catholic Clergy Child Sex Abuse in Illinois.”

Recognizing Christ in Others: Fr. Derek Swanson, C.M.

Fr. Derek Swanson, C.M., explains that he was inspired to join the Vincentians by the writings of St. Vincent de Paul himself.

‘When You Need It, It’s There’

When many people think of The God Minute’s typical user, most likely, they imagine someone from the Millennial or Z generations. Ruth Ann Burton, 78, of Huntsville, AL, would politely disagree.

‘The Holy Spirit at Work’

When Fr. Ron Hoye, C.M., determined he needed a social media coordinator for The God Minute, Lauren Palm was wholly unaware that the online prayer platform and its popular app even existed.

‘She’s still waving…’ Fr. Ryan Recalls Turning Point

Fr. Milton Ryan, C.M., tells the story of his conversion to Catholicism and his entry into the seminary.

There is an App for That

Fr. Ron Hoye, C.M., reflects on the early days and evolution of The God Minute, a daily online prayer that now has about 47,000 subscribers.

Serving Rural Areas with Parish Missions

After almost 30 years of parish work, Fr. Bill was ready for a new ministry, but one in which he could still carry out the Vincentian tradition of serving the people of the countryside.

Comte Finds Rewards in Working with Retirees

Tears come to Mary Comte’s eyes when she talks about what she has received from the retired men she cares for as Director of Health Care at the Apostle of Charity Residence

Senior Confreres Appreciate the Care They Receive

“The nursing staff is outstanding,” Fr. Tom (Croak) said. “I’m really fond of them. They take awfully good care of us. And to the donors that support us here, I want to thank them for their generosity."

Much More than a Retirement Facility

With a medical staff and varying levels of assistance for the residents, the Apostle of Charity Residence in Perryville, MO, is the retirement center for the Congregation of the Mission Western Province.

Making a difference in our communities

For more than 200 years, the Vincentian priests and brothers in America have dedicated their lives to caring for the less-fortunate in society. The Western Province of the Congregation of the Mission continually seeks out ways to help vulnerable populations, including food and clothing programs, rent and utility assistance, and more, as well as food, medical, education, and training programs for the poor in Kenya.

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Are you being called to serve?

In today’s society, hearing God’s call is not easy. We’ve assembled a discernment guide and other resources and contact information to help determine if the Vincentian life of fraternity, prayer, and service might be for you.

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See the face of Jesus.

Be the face of Jesus.

Supporting the Mission

“For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink…” Mt. 25:35

In Matthew’s gospel, Christ tells us that in the faces of the poor we will see His face. This is the centerpiece of our mission as Vincentians and as Christians. Our donors make it possible for the Vincentian priests and brothers to continue doing Christ’s work for the poor in the U.S. and Kenya. Learn about our opportunities to support the work of the Vincentians.

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