Many Stories, One Light

Every story matters. Every person can shine.

God did not create one kind of person, one type of work, or one way of being. He created a human family where each of us is called to reflect His love and become a light for others. We are called to belong to communities rooted in friendship and faith, grow in compassion and confidence, serve with purpose through acts of love and justice, and shine as signs of hope in the world around us. These resources support young adults to explore the Vincentian mission and discover how their unique story can help bring Christ's light into the world. 

Celebration of the Word prayer resource 

Please find below a variety of resources that can be used to create a welcome back session. Perfect for Parish gatherings, fresher's week, CathSoc/chaplaincy launches, or SVP1833 meetings as communities begin the new academic year together. We have an example of a Celebration of the word prayer resource, as well as all of the components to build your own for young adults, or University/Parish staff. 

Prayers

Suggested Scriptures with reflections

Seasonal liturgical resources throughout the year

Prayer, reflection and activity ideas linked to the Church’s liturgical seasons, alongside monthly saint reflections connected to feast days celebrated in the Church.

Season of Creation (1st September - 4th October)

Feast of Blessed Frédéric Ozanam and St Vincent de Paul

Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary (7th October)

Prisoner’s Sunday (11th October)

  • An introduction to prison ministry through the lens of Catholic Social Teaching and inspired by the CBEW, 'Remember Me' document. View here. 

World Day of the Poor (15 November) 

Feast Day of St Catherine Labouré and Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal

Advent

Flexible resources for your setting

Adaptable ideas, discussion starters, crafts, reflections and calls to action designed for universities, chaplaincies and parish groups.

Monthly Ideas & Actions

November & December- coming soon!

Icebreakes, Games & Activities

Resources exploring Magnifica Humanitas

Discussion materials and activities to help young people engage with Pope Leo XIV’s new encyclical through the lens of Catholic Social Teaching, the stories and work of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, and Vincentian spirituality.

More coming soon

A Lent campaign to ‘Shine Your Light’

Inspiring young adults to put faith into action through service, awareness, reflection and community engagement, alongside weekly video reflections throughout Lent.

Coming Soon 

Free mission-inspired posters

Celebrating the many ways ordinary people can shine God’s light in everyday life, with additional colouring quote posters available online.

Coming Soon