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Archbishop Bellisario Makes National Video on St. Vincent
Archbishop Andrew Bellisario, C.M., of Alaska speaks on St. Vincent de Paul for our founder’s 2026 feast day.
Donor Gives Back in Gratitude
Retired Navy pilot Rob Bronson values his Vincentian education and friendships and supports the Western Province today in thanks.
New Documentary on Motherhouse Now Available
A beautiful new 45-minute documentary on the Vincentian Motherhouse in Paris, funded by VIMS, is now available on YouTube.
Conversations with Confreres-Fr. Patrick Mullin, C.M.
Fr. Patrick Mullin, C.M., discusses his work in 12-step spirituality as a minister and as one administered to.
Fr. Charles Shelby, C.M.-Feb. 18, 1941, to Aug. 6, 2026
We mourn Fr. Charles Shelby, C.M., who died Aug. 6, 2026, at the Apostle of Charity Residence in Perryville, Missouri.
Vice-Province Ordains Rev. Mr. Peter Masila Kituku, C.M.
On May 22, the Vice-Province of Kenya celebrated the diaconate ordination of Rev. Mr. Peter Masila, C.M.
Where There Is Passion, There is a Call
New Vocations Director Fr. Bemnet Melaku, C.M., says young people are driving an increased interest in vocations.
A Ministry of Accompaniment
Fr. Rex Hays, C.M., and Fr. Tom Stehlik, C.M., are preparing to serve as co-formation directors for the Western Province.
Life is a Journey
Frank Cognata reflects on a 20-year career in Development with the Vincentians and much longer as a former seminarian.
Four Jubilarians Celebrate 50 Years
Four Vincentian priests from the Western Province celebrate 50 years of service to St. Vincent’s mission in 2026.