Saint Vincent is for us a model of someone who, to the very end, maintained his enthusiasm, youthful heart, strong convictions and rebellious spirit in the face of injustice.
Formation
Sisters of Charity of Nazareth Associates: A 50 Year History 1972-2022 (Part 13)
Throughout the more than 200 year history of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth (SCN), friends from the broader community have walked beside the Sisters in their call to follow the charism of St. Vincent de Paul and St. Louise de Marillac. From the earliest days, these partners have been integral to the SCN mission.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul: An International Network of Charity From Its Beginnings
“I would like to embrace the whole world in a network of charity.” This quote, attributed to Frederic Ozanam, says it well– and within a century, his dream was realized.
Why Step Across?
Why Step Across? (Leviticus 13; Mark 1) A concept that shows up in the history of religions is the one of boundaries, the borders between what is permissible and what is forbidden. These lines in the sand separating the holy from the sinful figure prominently all...
“If You See Something, Say Something” – A Vincentian Perspective
A Vincentian reading of “If you See Something, Say Something.” Being the voice of the Voiceless.
Everyone, No Matter One’s Nationality
Lifted up from the earth, Jesus draws everyone to himself. He wants us to die with him on the cross, so that we may have eternal life. One can safely say that everyone looks for self-fulfillment. We may not be able to define it or specify the right means of...
Simple Guide to Apostolic Reflection
Lent is a time to reflect, a time to listen. Here is a simple PowerPoint to guide your group step by step in the process of apostolic reflection.
Every Saint Has A Past, Every Sinner Has A Future
“The only difference between a saint and a sinner is that every saint has a past, and every sinner has a future.”
Young Adults, Social Justice and the Church
Our youth group understands the importance of direct service to our community and advocacy or promotion of "social change." We recognize that charity only helps a small few and only for short periods of time. We recognize the government can make the necessary...
Reflection: Folleville and Châtillon: Origin of the Terms Mission and Charity
Seventh presentation in a series of reflections by Fr. Rolando Gutiérrez, CM, Vice-Province of Costa Rica.
A Canadian View: Homelessness, Part One
I could not let Father Freund’s article of December 30, 2017 regarding homelessness pass without adding my perspective. I agree with Father Freund about how many of us have likely stopped to drop some change in the hand of a homeless person on the street. I have done...
A Vincentian View: The Power of Gentleness
Vincentian View: “The Power of Gentleness” Do you remember Aesop’s fable about the contest between the sun and the wind? They were arguing about who was stronger. They saw a man walking along the road and agreed that whoever could get the coat off his back was...
