Formation

In 1610, Vincent lived in the Rue de Seine in Paris, and was one of several Chaplain-Almoners to Queen Marguérite de Valois, the first wife of Henry of Navarre (Henry IV of France).

Some words that come to mind to describe our experience of the assembly:  enlivening, challenging, engaging, hospitable, surprising, interesting, fulfilling, energizing, necessary, healing, messy, faithful, providential, joyful, prayerful, synodal. 

Louise de Marillac, awakened by her faith in a God who takes the side of the poor, sees the person in distress and takes action.

A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.