Formation
St. Louise’s Trinitarian Faith
Louise’s spirituality was not some doctrine but involved clothing herself in the Spirit of Jesus Christ.
The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul: History and Mission
Founded in 1833 in Paris by university students, the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul is a global Catholic organization that aids the needy and promotes social justice in over 150 countries.
Defending the Cause of the Oppressed – Faith and Social Justice in Action Based on the Example of Frederic Ozanam
This reflection invites us to take seriously the cries of those who suffer injustice today, and to ask ourselves: What would Frederic Ozanam do? And more importantly, what is Jesus calling me to do?
Contemplation: The Medium is the Message
God, who once spoke through prophets and storms, ultimately chose to communicate through the humility of the Incarnation, becoming one with humanity to share in its suffering and offer divine love. This same spirit of humble, personal presence inspires a way of serving the poor that prioritizes friendship and love over institutional distance or authority.
To Serve like the Father’s Sent One
Jesus is the one the Father has chosen, anointed and sent. And as the Father has sent him, so he sends us. And his mission is to serve. Jesus has just held with his apostles the first Eucharist. Yet it appears they do not at all understand it and what it means. ...
Places of Frederic Ozanam 15 – Office and Home of Emmanuel Bailly
To support passionate students such as Frédéric Ozanam, Joseph Emmanuel Bailly opened his newspaper office as a gathering place.
The Poor are Our Lords and Masters – Living a Faith of Reverence and Relationship Based on the Example of Frederic Ozanam
Frederic Ozanam, a layman of profound Christian maturity, challenges us to go beyond transactional charity. He teaches us to meet Christ in the poor—not metaphorically, but truly. And not as benefactors looking down, but as disciples looking up to their teachers, their “lords and masters.”
Walking Together, Serving Better: Testimony of Eduardo Almeida on the II Vincentian Convocation
In this inspiring testimony, Eduardo Almeida shares his reflections on the 2024 Vincentian Family Assembly. Held in Rome, the gathering emphasized unity, collaboration, and the synodal method as powerful tools to respond to the cry of the poor.
Studia Vincentiana: A Scholarly Journey into Vincentian Heritage and Mission
Studia Vincentiana is a scholarly journal dedicated to exploring Vincentian spirituality, history, and mission, published triannually in multiple languages. It serves as a key resource for researchers and members of the Vincentian family, promoting dialogue on faith, social justice, and missionary work worldwide.
Vincentian Dictionary: Critical Thinking
Critical thinking is an essential skill for navigating modern society, enabling individuals to analyze, evaluate, and make informed decisions while promoting ethical behavior and intellectual independence. In the Vincentian tradition, it goes beyond analysis to foster social action, addressing the root causes of injustice and promoting systemic change.
Faith and Public Life – A Vincentian Call to Engagement Based on the Example of Frederic Ozanam
This reflection explores how Frederic Ozanam, a layman deeply involved in the social and political challenges of 19th-century France, offers us a compelling example of what it means to live our faith in public—intelligently, humbly, and courageously.
Know Love just as Jesus Shows It to Us
Jesus on the cross lets us know love as one can show it in the greatest way. Such love makes us live and lifts us up. Of course, Mary of Magdala does know love just as Jesus shows it to her. Or she would not love him back and go at the crack of dawn to visit his...