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Contemplation: The First and Final Principle

The Vincentian vocation reveals an irony: by serving others, we grow in holiness ourselves. Frédéric Ozanam taught that charity unites love of God, neighbor, and self—not as selfishness, but as gratitude for God’s gift of life. True love of neighbor flows from divine love within us, making every act of service an act of love for God.

Exhibitions at the Generalate of the Brothers CMM in Tilburg, the Netherlands

From 14–16 November 2025, the Generalate of the Brothers CMM in Tilburg will host three exhibitions. Proceeds support their missions abroad.

Contemplation: Go Gently, Pray Much

Vincentians are called to act for the poor with patience and discernment, remembering that God works in His own time. Urgency must be balanced by prayer, unity, and consensus, seeking not quick results but God’s will. True success and holiness come from selfless service, guided by the Spirit, trusting that works rooted in God will endure.

When More Is Less

As requests for aid increase, Vincentians face the challenge of expanding services without losing their spiritual essence. True charity, rooted in love, humility, and personal encounter, risks becoming transactional when efficiency outweighs compassion. Growth must honor Vincentian values—keeping service Christ-centered, personal, and transformative, never just operational or bureaucratic.

Ozanam: 100 Years on the Road to Sainthood

Ozanam: 100 Years on the Road to Sainthood

On March 15, 2025, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul celebrated the 100th anniversary of the opening of the canonization process of Antoine Frédéric Ozanam, highlighting his legacy of charity and social justice. The hope for his canonization remains alive, driven by new reports of miracles and the dedication of Vincentians to intensify their prayers and actions in his memory.

Building Bridges in Southern Maryland

Building Bridges in Southern Maryland

Six dedicated volunteers from Indiana, Ohio, Georgia, and Kentucky came together recently in Lexington Park, Maryland, to support a newly developed ministry and to create a meaningful connection between the youth of Southern Maryland and the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth community.

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