Villepreux, France is where, on February 23, 1618, Vincent de Paul established the second Confraternity of Charity, and where he met Marguerite Naseau, who is recognized as the first of the Daughters of Charity.
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Prayer for Birthday of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
Prayer service for the birthday of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton on August 28.
A Vincentian Minute: Vincentian Theological Terms 01
Fr. Rooney begins a new series called “Vincentian Theological Terms.” This week: Divine Providence.
St. Vincent’s First Foundation: The Ladies of Charity
On August 23, 1617, St. Vincent founded the first Confraternity of Charity– the “Ladies of Charity”– in Châtillon, France.
Vincentian Places 23 – Gannes
An experience in Gannes inspired Vincent’s sermon in Folleville (January 25th) that marked the beginning of the Congregation of the Mission.
A Vincentian Minute: Vincentian Women 06
Fr. Rooney continues his series on “Vincentian Women.” This week: Catherine Harkins.
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton’s Notes On the Assumption of Mary
“In a sweeping reflection on the feast of the Assumption in 1813, she traced the special blessings Mary received through the stages of motherhood…”
Vincentian Places 22 – Joigny
Joigny was a place that St. Vincent de Paul frequented. It was part of the de Gondi family’s lands. One of the first Confraternities of Charity was established there.
A Vincentian Minute: Vincentian Women 05
Fr. Rooney continues his series on “Vincentian Women.” This week: Bl. Rosalie Rendu, D.C.
St. Louise de Marillac: Prayer and Action
A look at Prayer and Action as seen in the life of St. Louise.
