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    Saints and Blessed of the Vincentian Family

    On June 12, We Celebrate the Feast of Blessed Antonia Maria Verna

    On June 12, We Celebrate the Feast of Blessed Antonia Maria Verna

    Blessed Antonia Maria Verna (1773–1838) was an Italian woman of deep faith who founded the Sisters of Charity of the Immaculate Conception of Ivrea to educate children and care for the sick, especially the poor. Her life of humble service, unwavering trust in Providence, and Marian devotion left a lasting spiritual legacy, recognized by the Church in her beatification in 2011.

    On May 23 We Celebrate the Feast of St. Jeanne Antide Thouret

    On May 23 We Celebrate the Feast of St. Jeanne Antide Thouret

    Jeanne Antide Thouret, born in 1765, lived deeply united to the charism of St. Vincent de Paul, serving the poor with fidelity even in times of persecution and religious dispersion. She founded the Congregation of the Sisters of Charity of Besançon, always remaining faithful to the spirit and teachings of the saint, whom she recognized as her Father and model.

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    On February 27 We Celebrate the Feast of Blessed Francinaina Cirer i Carbonell

    On February 27 We Celebrate the Feast of Blessed Francinaina Cirer i Carbonell

    Sister Francinaina Cirer Carbonell was born in Sencelles, Mallorca, in 1781. From a young age she devoted her life to serving those in need, founding the Congregation of the Sisters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul of Mallorca (Spain). Her life was characterized by her dedication to the most needy. She was beatified in 1989 by Pope John Paul II.

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    On February 12 We Celebrate the Feast of Blessed Ján Havlík

    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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