On the feast of the Immaculate Conception, December 8 the Vincentian Family also celebrates these occasions that add to the joy and depth of the day: the canonical establishment of the Confraternity of Charity in 1617, one of the four major feasts chosen by the Society of St. Vincent DePaul in 1834, and, on or near Dec. 8, The Sisters of Charity make an annual devotional renewal of their vows. For more details and a YouTube video, click here.