Stand before Jesus, the Son of Man
Jesus brings light to those who dwell in the dark and in the shadow of death. He gives strength to those who ask him for it. In that way, they can escape the troubles that are coming upon them and stand before him.
Mission and Charity: The Congregation of the Missionary Servants of the Poor
The Congregation of the Missionary Servants of the Poor, founded by Blessed Giacomo Cusmano in 1887 in Sicily, is dedicated to the service of the poor and needy through a spirituality inspired by the Vincentian charism, with a presence in various countries of the world and a commitment to see Christ in the most vulnerable.
The Origins of the Daughters of Charity
The Company of the Daughters of Charity was founded on November 29, 1633: after years of spiritual discernment and preparation, Louise gathered a group of young women dedicated to serving the poor, forming a community rooted in charity and solid virtues.
On November 28 We Celebrate the Feast of St. Catherine Labouré
St. Catherine Labouré, although favored with the apparitions of the Virgin Mary, led an obscure life of silent dedication as a Daughter of Charity, devoting herself to the service of the needy until her death in 1876.
Firewood for the Soul: Hope
A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.
A Vincentian Minute: Vincentian Thoughts 07
Fr. Rooney reflects on the small ways of remembering that we are Vincentians.
Video On the Apparition of the Blessed Virgin to Saint Catherine Labouré
On November 27, we celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal. This video was shared on the website of the Daughters of Charity International.
On Being Simple • A Weekly Reflection with Ozanam
May God preserve us in the simplicity of our beginnings, and St. Vincent de Paul will recognize us as his disciples, if we maintain that character. Frederic Ozanam, to the General Council of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, July 10, 1953. Reflection: In 1853,...
The Basilica Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal (video)
Since 1915, the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal (CAMM) based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA has dedicated itself to spreading the devotion of Mary and her Miraculous Medal to millions of people.
Thank Goodness God Didn’t Listen to Some Naysayers
It is a variation of an ancient story. Humans were making a mess. They forgot that they were all sisters and brothers. They each were looking out for themselves and their immediate “blood family.”
