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Holiday Programs Offer Cheer to the Less-Fortunate
In the spirit of charity that permeates the Vincentian charism, parishes throughout the Congregation run Christmas programs to provide for the poor and abandoned during the season.
To Cultivate and Care
Following a life-changing trip to Kenya, the Mangogna family reflects on how the Vincentian spirit and ministry have changed their lives over the decades.
Provincial Office to Close for Christmas Holiday
The Provincial Office of the Congregation of the Mission Western Province in St. Louis, MO, will be closed Dec. 26-30 for the Christmas holiday.
Fr. Kelly Finishes 24 years at Catholic Charities
Fr. Gerard Kelly, C.M., recently wrapped up what he called the honor of his life after 24 years as chaplain of Catholic Charities of Chicago.
Fr. Wehrmeyer Discusses the Need for Quiet
Fr. Richard Wehrmeyer, C.M., Formation Director for the Congregation of the Mission Western Province, discusses the need for quiet times, whether discerning a calling to religious life or at any other times.
Fr. Jerome Herff: I Needed to do Something
In November’s Conversations with Confreres video, Fr. Jerome Herff, C.M., tells about a gratifying 14-year assignment at a Navajo reservation.
China Centennial Pt. 1–They Left Their Hearts
This monthly series on the China Missions of the 20th and 21st centuries leads up to the 2023 celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Congregation of the Mission Western Province’s ministry in China. We begin with an introduction of the events and people who were key in establishing the presence of Vincentians from the Western Province of the U.S. in these missions.
Bro. Goertz Sees Needs and Opportunities
In the October installment of Conversations with Confreres, Bro. Harvey Goertz, C.M., tells of serving a community after a devastating tornado.
WWP Grant Affords Social Justice Lessons
The 2021 recipient of the Walking with the Poor Grant reports a successful year of teaching social justice lessons to freshman university students, including on the charism of St. Vincent de Paul.
Fr. Gilbert Walker to Head Popular Mission Team
Fr. Pat McDevitt, C.M., provincial of the Western Province, recently appointed Fr. Gilbert Walker, C.M., as the new Executive Director of the Vincentian Popular Mission Team.