Easter Triduum – Holy Saturday
Holy Saturday is the day of great silence, suspended between the death and resurrection of Christ. In this chapter, Fr Giorgio Bontempi C.M. guides us to rediscover the liturgical and spiritual significance of this day, an intense preparation for the glory of Easter.
Easter Triduum – Good Friday
Good Friday is the day on which the Church commemorates the Passion and death of Christ on the cross. In this chapter, Father Giorgio Bontempi C.M. takes us through the historical and liturgical evolution of this celebration, revealing its theological and spiritual depth. A unique opportunity to meditate on the mystery of salvation and the […]
Easter Triduum – Holy Thursday
Holy Thursday solemnly opens the Easter Triduum, celebrating the institution of the Eucharist, the priesthood and the prophetic gesture of the washing of feet. In this chapter, Fr Giorgio Bontempi C.M. traces the origin and liturgical significance of this day, revealing its deep connection with charity and fraternal communion.
Easter Triduum – Reflection
The Easter Triduum is the beating heart of the liturgical year, a moment of maximum spiritual intensity for every Christian. In this first chapter, Fr Giorgio Bontempi C.M. guides us in a profound reflection on the liturgical evolution of the Triduum, with a special mention of the decisive contribution of Fr Annibale Bugnini C.M. to […]
A bioethical perspective for thinking about the Vincentian charism
Discover how bioethics illuminates the Vincentian charism in caring for the poor and the sick. An ethical and spiritual approach to respond to the challenges of our time. Human dignity and social justice at the heart of the Vincentian mission.
The next bioethical challenges for Catholics
F. Jean Rolex, CM, presents the main contemporary bioethical challenges for Catholics: from artificial intelligence to genetic manipulation to dignified end-of-life care. Discover how the Catholic Church, through her Magisterium, guides the faithful in promoting a science at the service of life and human dignity.
SIEV meeting: Innovation and Tradition in Vincentian Formation
On 8 and 9 January, the International Secretariat of Vincentian Studies (SIEV) met at the Alberoni College in Piacenza, addressing key topics such as the Master’s Degree in Vincentianism, Vincentian formation of trainers and Vincentian leadership. A meeting that combines history, innovation and fraternal spirit.
“Hands for peace” – For an unarmed heart
“Hands for Peace” is here, the third and final letter in the Verso il Giubileo series. A reflection by Father Salvatore Farì, CM, inspired by the artwork Mother with Child by Safet Zec.
Applying St. Vincent’s teachings in the digital age
The digital age transforms the way we live, but how can we apply the teachings of St Vincent de Paul in this context? Discover how charity, service and innovation can intertwine through new technologies, offering solutions to humanise digital progress and amplify the impact of the Vincentian mission.
The Heart of Jesus, the main source of missionary energy, from which flow words of consolation. Saint Vincent de Paul quoted by Pope Francis (Dilexit Nos)
“Dilexit nos” consists of 220 paragraphs or numbers, rich in literary and doctrinal content, divided into five main chapters: The importance of the heart; Gestures and words of love; It is the heart that has loved; Love that gives; Love for love’s sake.
