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No One Succors the Poor Better than the Poor Themselves • A Weekly Reflection with Ozanam
Citizens of every condition, You, to whom the rigor of the times has taken away you the superfluous, you, who lack...
Frederic Ozanam’s Vision of Social Justice
The concept of social justice in Catholic thought is deeply rooted in the Church's teachings and tradition. This...
Lessons of Frederic Ozanam: Charity and Community Service
“Ozanam’s definition of Christian charity involved treating poor persons as equals to increase social engagement and transform all of society.”
Vincentian Places 25 – Montmirail
After the significant events in Folléville and Châtillon, the lived experience in Montmirail confirmed that the poor are abandoned and that the Church could only reveal God to the degree that she serves the poor.
“Aguapaneleros de la Noche” Foundation: A Beacon of Hope on Medellín’s Streets #famvin2024
In Medellín (Colombia), the Aguapaneleros de la Noche Foundation was established more than two decades ago to improve the lives of those who live in the darkness of abandonment and exclusion.
Vincentian Lay Missionaries (VLM) Ireland: Schools Immersion Programme 2024
This summer Kenya warmly welcomed 27 excited but nervous, volunteers from Ireland.
Firewood for the Soul: On the Peripheries
A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.
A Vincentian Minute: Vincentian Theological Terms 02
Fr. Rooney continues a new series called “Vincentian Theological Terms.” This week: Love- Affective and Effective.
People are Generous • A Weekly Reflection with Ozanam
Representatives of the people, Do not plead want of money. If the ordinary resources should come to fail you, if there should be nothing more to hope for from credit and reserve funds, hope everything still from the generosity of France. Openly announce the measures...
September 2: Vincentian Martyrs of the French Revolution
Blessed Louis-Joseph François, C.M., one of five blessed C.M. martyrs of the French Revolution, was a zealous defender of the Catholic Church.
Have We Reimagined Labor Day?
Regardless of how you imagine Labor Day many, weather permitting, will enjoy outdoor BBQs. This in turn reminds us of the struggle get the fire started… and it keep it going.
Questionnaire on Synodality and the Charism of St. Vincent de Paul #famvin2024
This questionnaire serves as a guide for a reflection on synodality in light of the charism of St. Vincent de Paul, seeking to inspire actions that strengthen communion, participation and mission in the Church.