All members of the Society are welcome to attend the regular working meetings of our National Committees, either in person or via Zoom. Only the appointed members of the committees participate in the discussions and work – all others attend as observers.
In order to attend, please follow the link below each committee description to register in advance for Zoom Meetings. In person meetings will be listed in the agendas for the National Assembly or Midyear Meeting.
Vincentian Spirituality Committee
The National Vincentian Spirituality Committee is focused on the spiritual dimension of formation, in order to encourage and support personal growth in every Vincentian’s relationship with God. The Committee provides active nourishment to all members in :
- Personal spiritual formation
- Devotion
- Prayer life
The Committee supports and encourages Spiritual Advisors and leaders by:
- Developing materials for use in Councils and Conferences
- Establishing direct channels of communications
Register (all dates through September 2025 are listed)
Vincentian Formation Committee
The National Formation Committee supports the formation of members and leaders in the Society in the interconnected human, spiritual, intellectual, and ministerial dimensions of formation, as defined in the Society’s Foundation Document, and reflecting the fullness of Vincentian tradition. The Committee creates and provides:
- Printed and digital materials
- Presentations
- Guidelines
- Active nourishment to all members and leaders in the Society
Register (all dates through September 2025 are listed)
Hispanic-Latino Formation Subcommittee
The National Hispanic-Latino Formation Subcommittee defines priorities to properly support the Hispanic-Latino community in all aspects of Formation. The Committee will:
- Create effective documentation, materials, and tools to ensure the intercultural expression of faith and language is reflected and emphasized.
- Developing a plan at an accelerated pace
- Defining the necessary resources
Register (all dates through September 2025 are listed)
Formation Renewal and Delivery Committee
The National Formation Renewal and Delivery Committee defines new and effective means, methods, and channels for the use of Formation materials and tools.
The Committee supports Regions and Councils by
- Developing plans for teams, partnerships, and schedules.
- Training those teams to make effective use of Formation materials
Register (all dates through September 2025 are listed)
Membership and Leadership Development Committee
The Member and Leadership Development Committee of the National Council Board of Directors is charged with defining best practices for membership growth, onboarding processes, spiritual enrichment, identifying and advancing Vincentian leadership in a society and Catholic church that is changing rapidly.
Register (all dates through September 2025 are listed)