In thanksgiving and praise to the Lord, we join the Missionaries of the Congregation of the Mission who are living in joy the 4th Centenary of their foundation.
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The Vincentian Family in Gratitude for Pope Francis: A Pontificate of Compassion
As the Church bids farewell to Pope Francis, the Vincentian Family around the world pauses not only in mourning, but in reflection. For those who follow in the footsteps of St. Vincent de Paul, the life and legacy of Pope Francis feel deeply familiar: a love for the poor that is not abstract, a faith expressed in action, a Church that is close to the people, and a Gospel lived on the margins.
St. Louise’s Trinitarian Faith
Louise’s spirituality was not some doctrine but involved clothing herself in the Spirit of Jesus Christ.
Brother Bertrand Ducournau, C.M.: The Silent Guardian of Saint Vincent de Paul’s Legacy
Brother Bertrand Ducournau, a devoted follower and secretary of Saint Vincent de Paul, was instrumental in preserving the saint’s legacy. His meticulous documentation of Vincent’s teachings and letters, often against opposition, ensured that future generations could access these valuable records, making him a key figure in the history of the Congregation of the Mission.
The Union-Chrétienne de Saint Chaumond: a Story of Devotion and Faith
The Union-Chrétienne de Saint Chaumond is a women’s institute of consecrated life of pontifical right, founded in 1652 by St. Vincent de Paul and the Venerable Madame de Polallion.
In a Cashless Society, Inclusion Must Rule
Are the days of cash numbered? Today around 10 per cent of purchases involve cash. Will it disappear forever? St Vincent de Paul Society wants protection for the many people who still rely on cash.
Contemplation: Between Doing and Being
While Vincentians are called to selfless action in serving others, they must also recognize the need for rest and renewal, following St. Vincent’s advice to balance work with replenishment. True virtue comes from consistent practice, but without moderation, even good works can lead to burnout, making rest an essential part of sustaining compassionate service.
Model to Follow as regard Praying
Jesus is the perfect model of the life of prayer. He always walks in the presence of God, listens to him and obeys him to death. Last Sunday, Luke showed us Jesus as the model, to follow in times of testing. Today, he teaches us that our model in all our actions...
A Garden Flourishing in Times of Trial: A Reflection on the Lenten Letter 2025 From Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, CM.
The most extreme trials can become a path of spiritual growth if we surrender ourselves into God’s hands. Through simplicity, humility, meekness, mortification and zeal for souls, our faith is strengthened and flourishes even in the midst of suffering.
Places of Frederic Ozanam 9 – Home of André-Marie Ampère
While a student at the Sorbonne, Frédéric found a guardian in André-Marie Ampère, a mathematical expert, and French physician who himself was Lyonnais.
A Vincentian Minute: Vincentians Living Lent and Easter 01
Father Rooney extends the Sunday Scriptures for Vincentians in a “Lent and Easter Journey.”
The Canonization of Elizabeth Ann Seton in Rome, 1975
Elizabeth Ann Seton’s canonization ceremony on September 14, 1975, drew an enormous crowd to St. Peter’s Square in Rome, with participants from diverse nations and backgrounds, including clergy and laypeople. The ceremony featured historical firsts, such as women presenting petitions for canonization and participating in the papal Mass, followed by days of thanksgiving Masses attended by prominent clergy.
