The first Sisters of Charity of St. Jeanne Antide Thouret who left for Chad in 1962, with their missionary stories, had won the heart of Hend, an 11-year-old Syrian girl, who for years nurtured the desire to leave for the mission lands.
Formation
The Gifts of Louise de Marillac
Louise de Marillac was a woman of many gifts. She learned to wait patiently to discover God’s will and then she did it.
Sister Blandina Segale: A Trailblazer of Compassion and Courage in the American Frontier
Sister Blandina Segale’s life is a remarkable testament to faith, bravery, and selfless devotion to others. Her fearless stand against injustice, and her tireless efforts in education and healthcare have cemented her place in history. As her cause for sainthood progresses, her legacy continues to serve as an inspiration, proving that true heroism is found not in acts of violence, but in acts of love and compassion. Her story remains a guiding light for those who seek to make the world a better place through faith and service.
Vincentian Dictionary: Culture
Culture is an essential asset that develops critical judgment and fosters connection between communities. In addition to enriching society, cultural diversity promotes mutual respect and understanding from a social and moral perspective. From a Christian perspective, faith and culture complement each other to build a more just and caring society.
A Vincentian Minute: Vincentians Living Easter – Part 3
Father Rooney extends the Sunday Scriptures for Vincentians in an Easter Journey. This week: Jesus asks, “Will you love me?”… in the person of the poor.
St. Louise de Marillac’s Spiritually Rich Legacy
Perhaps we have not been fully aware of the size and value of that legacy she has left us.
The Famvin Homeless Alliance and the ’13 Houses’ Campaign: Transforming Lives of the Homeless Globally
The Famvin Alliance, established in 2017 to commemorate the Vincentian Charism, aims to improve the lives of homeless individuals with innovative solutions. Its “13 Houses” campaign seeks to transform the lives of 10,000 people across 156 countries, inspired by St. Vincent de Paul’s legacy.
On May 9 We Celebrate the Feast of Saint Louise de Marillac
Saint Louise de Marillac was a French woman of deep faith who co-founded the Daughters of Charity with St. Vincent de Paul, dedicating her life to serving the poor, sick, and marginalized. Her legacy lives on through the global work of the Daughters of Charity and her enduring example of humble, Christ-centered service.
Louise de Marillac: The “Gentle Power” of Liberation
St. Louise de Marillac prayed for “gentle power,” the ability to see Christ in all people and to use an infinite love for them to fulfill their needs.
Prayer for the Conclave
As the Church prepares to choose a new Shepherd, we unite our hearts in prayer. In this sacred moment of discernment, may the Holy Spirit guide the cardinal-electors with wisdom, courage, and compassion.
Contemplation: He Who Chooses Us
Our vocation to serve the poor follows Christ’s example, who came to us before we ever sought Him. Like St. Vincent and Frédéric, we recognize God’s hand in every call to charity and strive to serve in humility and love.
Hear and Follow the Good Shepherd
Jesus is the Good News to the poor in person. Hence, he seeks them and they, in turn, do not fail to hear and follow him. Jesus says that he knows his sheep, and they hear and follow him. And he says this to the leaders of the Jews in matters of religion. It looks...
