Ozanam’s visits to those in poverty made him painfully aware of the large number of people leading a life of degradation. He wrote from his experience in the 12th Arrondissement.
Formation
Just One More Thing
Grateful for five years of service at the UN, Jim emphasizes the impact of sharing grassroots stories of poverty and the power of collective advocacy.
Vincentian Dictionary: War (Part 2)
Christian teaching sees war as a moral failure and calls for peace through justice, love, and nonviolence. Recent popes, especially Francis, have moved away from just war theory, urging active peacebuilding instead.
On May 30, we Celebrate the Feast of Blessed Marta Wiecka, DC
Sister Marta Wiecka, a Daughter of Charity born in Poland, lived only 30 years but left a luminous witness of holiness by her humble and joyful dedication to the sick, especially the poorest, always sustained by a deep life of prayer and Marian devotion. Even in the midst of slander and illness, her love for God and others was so radical that she died of typhus after replacing an employee in a dangerous task.
Sister Mary Stephen Durbin – a Kind Hearted Leader
Sister Mary Stephen Durbin dedicated over 80 years of her life to the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, serving as a teacher, administrator, and later as a compassionate caretaker of both the Congregation and the community. Known for her kindness, humor, and practical leadership, she balanced hard work with a deep, unwavering faith, leaving behind a legacy of service and warmth that touched generations.
The Brothers of Charity: Two Centuries of Service to the Most Vulnerable
The Brothers of Charity are a religious congregation founded in 1807 by the Belgian priest Pierre-Joseph Triest, well known for their commitment to the most vulnerable in society.
Contemplation: A Union Made Perfect
Visiting the poor in pairs, following Christ’s advice, fosters mutual support, charity, and deeper understanding. This practice builds true Christian friendship, uniting Vincentians in spirit and service to the neighbor.
Mantle of Prophecy and Mission
Jesus is the Father’s Sent One to preach the Good News to the poor. To see him by the light of faith go up to heaven is to take up the mantle of prophecy and mission he has left us. As Elijah goes up to heaven, his mantle falls from him. And Elisha picks it up. He...
Places of Frederic Ozanam 20 – Église Saint-Sulpice
The Church of Saint-Sulpice was a familiar place in the life of Ozanam, for various reasons.
Vincentian Dictionary: Xenophobia
Xenophobia is a persistent social and moral challenge that undermines human dignity and fuels division. The Christian and Vincentian response calls for compassion, solidarity, and action to create a more just and inclusive world.
A Vincentian Minute: Vincentians Living Easter – Part 5
Father Rooney extends the Sunday Scriptures for Vincentians in an Easter Journey. This week: “Love one another as I have loved you”… the charity of Christ urges us.
Feast Day of St. Joan Antida Thouret (May 23)
Presentation on the life of St. Joan Antida Thouret.
