Saints and Blessed of the Vincentian Family

On February 12 We Celebrate the Feast of Blessed Ján Havlík

Ján Havlík was a Slovak seminarian who, despite communist persecution in Czechoslovakia, remained steadfast in his faith and endured imprisonment, torture, and forced labor in uranium mines. His martyrdom was recognized by the Church, and in 2024, he was beatified as a testament to resilience and fidelity to his religious vocation.

On February 7 We Celebrate the Feast of Blessed Rosalie Rendu

Blessed Sister Rosalie Rendu, Daughter of Charity, was a key figure in organizing charitable efforts during the tumultuous first half of the 19th century in France. Renowned for her tireless work among the poor in the working-class neighborhoods of Paris, her mission went beyond material assistance, serving as a powerful witness to Christian love and social justice.

On February 1, We Celebrate the Feast of the Blessed Martyrs of Angers

The Daughters of Charity Sister Marie Anne Vaillot and Sister Odile Baumgarten, martyrs of faith during the French Revolution, were executed because they refused to take an oath that was against their conscience.

On February 3 We Celebrate the Feast of Blessed Giuseppina Nicoli, DC

Giuseppina Nicoli devoted her life to serving the poor, especially by educating children and youth, and consistently demonstrated humble charity in adverse circumstances. Her legacy of love and service culminated in her beatification after a miracle was attributed to her intercession.

On February 7 We Celebrate the Feast of Blessed Rosalie Rendu

On February 7 We Celebrate the Feast of Blessed Rosalie Rendu

Blessed Sister Rosalie Rendu, Daughter of Charity, was a key figure in organizing charitable efforts during the tumultuous first half of the 19th century in France. Renowned for her tireless work among the poor in the working-class neighborhoods of Paris, her mission went beyond material assistance, serving as a powerful witness to Christian love and social justice.

On January 12 We Celebrate the Feast of Blessed Pierre-François Jamet

On January 12 We Celebrate the Feast of Blessed Pierre-François Jamet

Blessed Pierre-François Jamet (1762-1845) was a prominent French priest, renowned for his boldness during the French Revolution, his commitment to the most vulnerable and his innovative vision of special education. He was considered and called the “second founder” of the Institute of the Daughters of the Good Shepherd. He left an indelible legacy of faith and charity, which was crowned with his beatification in 1987.

On January 11, We Celebrate the Feast of Blessed Ana María Janer Anglarill

On January 11, We Celebrate the Feast of Blessed Ana María Janer Anglarill

Blessed Ana María Janer Anglarill dedicated her life to serving the sick, the poor, and the marginalized, founding the Institute of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Urgell to continue her mission of charity and education. Her spirituality, centered on divine providence, boundless love, and humility, inspires ongoing work in communities worldwide.

On January 7 We Celebrate the Feast of Blessed Lindalva Justo de Oliveira

On January 7 We Celebrate the Feast of Blessed Lindalva Justo de Oliveira

Lindalva Justo de Oliveira, born in 1953 in rural Brazil, dedicated her life to serving the poor, particularly through her work with children and the elderly, and joined the Daughters of Charity to deepen her commitment to faith. Tragically murdered in 1993 by a man she had tried to help, her life and martyrdom continue to inspire as a testament to selfless service, joy, and unwavering faith in Christ.

On January 4 We Celebrate the Feast of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

On January 4 We Celebrate the Feast of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

Elizabeth Ann Seton, a prominent figure in American Catholic history, founded the Sisters of Charity of St. Joseph and established the first free Catholic school for girls in the United States. A convert to Catholicism, she overcame personal tragedies and anti-Catholic prejudice, leaving a legacy of education, charity, and faith that culminated in her canonization in 1975 as the first American-born saint.

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