The San Vicente de Payel association enhances its mission and the International Charitable Society

Sebastian Samson Ferrari – Vatican City

Recently, the Saint Vicente de Bale Association in Atlanta held its meeting of the International Council of Directors, a major meeting to discuss current projects, initiatives and challenges in the organization. In an exclusive interview with the Vatican media, its international president, Juan Manuel Bouero Gomez, participated in the institutions and goals of the institution, not only on material assistance, but also to strengthen young people for youth and combat science in the field of charity.

One of the main issues discussed at the meeting was the strategic plan for society, which covers both support for the most needy and defense to the blessing of the blessed Federico Ozanam. This process took new steps, such as showing a recent case of a Brazilian doctor linked to the healing of the miracle to the blessed intercession. In addition, the international youth meeting that will be held in Rome, as a major event for the renewal of Vicentine’s mission through youth.

He said: “This meeting will be a unique opportunity for youth all over the world to join and enhance their commitment to the mission of society, but also to deepen faith. We want young people not only to participate in charitable work, but they have become witnesses of the Gospel in their daily lives.”

The international president stressed the importance of society not limited to material aid, but accompanies people who have a spiritual commitment. “Our mission is not only to help financially, but also provides spiritual assistance. Without this dimension, our work loses its true meaning,” he said. In this sense, the spiritual composition of volunteers and members of society is a decisive aspect

This commitment to the integrated composition of members of society is an essential pillar of their mission. Buergo Gómez emphasized that one of the main goals is to create a space in which it does not help only the poorest and most marginalized, but spiritual growth is also enhanced. He said: “In our meetings, we always provide space for prayer, discrimination and thinking. Charity cannot be reduced to simple material help. It is a love that must also be accompanied by a deep spiritual commitment.”

As for the global challenges facing society, between wars, violence and polarization, such as factories exacerbating poverty and hindering humanitarian work, Boergo stressed that the work of the Foundation focuses on the basic principle: “human brotherhood, which must be the engine of the deputy work.”

Likewise, the president of the company stressed that in many countries, the risks facing the organization are secularism. “In this context, our main challenge is to avoid falling into secularization. It is easy to focus only on materials, but our real task is also spiritual,” is reflected in Buergo Gómez. “We are committed to serving the most needy, but we cannot forget that our mission includes expanding faith. Otherwise, our work will be incomplete.”

The formation of the secular commitment to the community’s work was a major topic in their work. The president said: “We want every member, every volunteer to grow not only in his ability to help, but also in their spiritual lives. We know that all our partners are not Catholics, but the goal is clear: those who approach our mission must share the love of Christ and teach them in their daily lives.”

In addition, Buergo Gómez said that one of the most related aspects of society is Christian friendship. “When we say that we are” friends of the poor, “he said, we not only refer to a unilateral relationship, but to a deep and mutual friendship. The poor teaches us as much as we help them, and this is what makes us a real family.” This idea of ​​friendship is not just a slogan, but a principle that directs daily procedures for members of society.

The International Council of the Saint Vicente de Bale’s directors in Atlanta.

International cooperation projects and global challenges

The other side highlighted by Buergo Gómez is the increasing commitment to society in international cooperation projects. “Climate change, extreme poverty and natural disasters are facts that deeply affect us. For this reason we are working on sustainable development initiatives that allow the most vulnerable societies not only to survive, but also for prosperity,” he said.

The preparation for the 400th anniversary of the founding of the mission group was an important conversation issue. The San Vicente de Bale Association is committed to celebrating this event with a deep sense of loneliness and brotherhood.

“See how they love each other.”

The international president concluded the interview by emphasizing that the current presidency slogan of the San Vicente de Bale Society is still more important than ever: “See how they love each other.”

“We are not only helping the most needy, but we want everyone to see the love of Christ reflected in our deeds,” said Boergo Gomez. “Because charity, when it is real, becomes a reflection of divine love. This is what we are looking for: through our actions, people can see God.”

Through its clear vision and renewed commitment, the San Vicente de Paúl remains a key column in charitable work and faith all over the world, and always seeks to overcome material assistance to create a society of love and brotherhood that exceeds borders and conditions.