Young Frederic Ozanam was struck by a basic insight: Christianity is not about ideas, but about deeds inspired by love.
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This Week in History of the Congregation of the Mission
This week marks two anniversaries for the Congregation of the Mission.
The Challenge and Witness of Frederic Ozanam
This 15-minute video tells the story of the founding of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul by Frederic Ozanam and his friends, in a time when their country was facing massive social change.
Reflection: Easter Joy and the Vincentian Charism
Ninth and final presentation in a series of reflections by Fr. Rolando Gutiérrez, CM, Vice-Province of Costa Rica.
Reflection: Love Is Inventive to Infinity
Eighth presentation in a series of reflections by Fr. Rolando Gutiérrez, CM, Vice-Province of Costa Rica treats of a love “inventive to infinity.”
Lent with St. Vincent and St. Louise
The key to fruitful observance of the practices of Lent is to recognize their link to baptismal renewal. We are called not just to abstain from sin during Lent, but to true conversion of our hearts.
Vincentian Virtues in Action: Bill’s Story
Discovering the Vincentian spirit, through short video stories.
More Stories– Vincentian Virtues in Action
This Lent we have been discovering the Vincentian Virtues, through short videos.
Simple Guide to Apostolic Reflection
Lent is a time to reflect, a time to listen. Here is a simple PowerPoint to guide your group step by step in the process of apostolic reflection.
Reflection: Folleville and Châtillon: Origin of the Terms Mission and Charity
Seventh presentation in a series of reflections by Fr. Rolando Gutiérrez, CM, Vice-Province of Costa Rica.
