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In an article that originally appeared on the website Justice Matters Ireland, Sr. Claire Sweeney, DC, writes:...
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Articles for Frederic Ozanam
Do We Understand “Body of Christ”?
Do we understand “Body of Christ”? If we do would it challenge our way of thinking and the systems we live with?
Frederic Ozanam: Pioneer and Prophet
Frederic Ozanam’s practical theology foreshadowed seismic shifts in Catholic social theory 100 years into the future.
Frederic Ozanam… Actively Engaged… Charity and Justice
A video describes 5 elements of bringing charity and justice to the public sphere.
The Vincentian Family Fully Supports the Canonization of Blessed Frédéric Ozanam
On December 2nd, 2020, the Vincentian Family Executive Committee (VFEC) approved a motion fully endorsing the cause of canonization of Bl. Antoine-Frédéric Ozanam.
On Almsgiving (Part 3)
Part three of four on Almsgiving…a reflection on a full article by Ozanam, which is among Frederic’s most outstanding.
On Almsgiving (Part 2)
Part two of four on Almsgiving…a reflection on a full article by Ozanam, which is among Frederic’s most outstanding.
On Almsgiving (Part 1)
Over the next four weeks we are going to reflect on a full article by Ozanam, which is among Frederic’s most outstanding. On Almsgiving, Part 1.
Let Us Look Outward …
The petrine ministry was never simple and the same could be said today. Let us esteem the ministry of those pontiffs who in the midst of complex times raised their voice and spoke clearly and fearlessly.
Les Miserables – Vincentian Influences and Reflections
Les Miserables strikes a chord in Vincentians when they hear… To love another person is to see the face of God. Victor Hugo admired Vincent de Paul. He based the character of the Bishop on Vincent de Paul.
Government Ought to be at the Service of the People
Frederic called upon young people to do whatever was in their power in order to alleviate social needs and to try to do good to some people.
The Two Doctrines of Progress
What is progress for Frederic? To build a better world for all, with effort and sacrifice. It is not a great program for a politician, but it is the only possible program for a Christian.