Spirituality and Spiritual Practice

This reflection invites us to take seriously the cries of those who suffer injustice today, and to ask ourselves: What would Frederic Ozanam do? And more importantly, what is Jesus calling me to do?

Frederic Ozanam, a layman of profound Christian maturity, challenges us to go beyond transactional charity. He teaches us to meet Christ in the poor—not metaphorically, but truly. And not as benefactors looking down, but as disciples looking up to their teachers, their “lords and masters.”

This reflection explores how Frederic Ozanam, a layman deeply involved in the social and political challenges of 19th-century France, offers us a compelling example of what it means to live our faith in public—intelligently, humbly, and courageously.

The presence of Mary is abundant, clear and solid in the experience of St. Louise and St. Vincent.