The month of September marks many milestones across the  Vincentian Family.

• 8 – Death of Frederic Ozanam – 1853
• 9 – Feast of Blessed Frederic Ozanam,
• 9 – Birth of Sr. Rosalie Rendu, DC – 1786
• 11 – Founding of St. Elizabeth College, [Convent Station] NJ – 1899
• 14 – Elizabeth Ann Seton, first native-born saint of the United States, is canonized by Pope Paul VI. – 1975
• 23 – Vincent de Paul Ordained a priest – 1600
• 27 – Feast of St. Vincent de Paul who died on this date – +1660

This is a wonderful time for us to reflect on the growing spirit of collaboration among the many branches of the Vincentian Family.

During the first decade of the 21st century FamVin has posted many news items celebrating collaborative ventures.

The last 3 years have seen a noticeable uptick in the number of the such articles as well as the scope of their collaborations.