We, all of us, are like the weavers of the Gobelins, who, following out the pattern of an unknown artist, endeavor to...
Frederic Ozanam
Frederic Ozanam’s Social Justice Vision, Blended with Personal Action
Frederic Ozanam’s life was a dramatic fusion of intellectual achievement and direct, personal action.
Lessons of Frederic Ozanam: Community Service as a Learning Experience
Frederic Ozanam believed in the value of experience, thoughtfully reflected upon. From an article by Raymond L. Sickinger, Ph.D.
Ozanam: Inspired By Love
Young Frederic Ozanam was struck by a basic insight: Christianity is not about ideas, but about deeds inspired by love.
Society of St. Vincent de Paul: “Mission Possible!”
As we approach the anniversary of the founding of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul (April 23), may its membership be filled with zeal in carrying out God’s mandate to care for His people in need!
Kinetic Typography: use it!
Here’s the best collection of kinetic typography possibilities I’ve seen in a while of this powerful, artful mode of communication. Here’s a nice example from the Vincentians (SSVP) of Australia. Tell Frédéric’s story, or anyone else’s!
The Challenge and Witness of Frederic Ozanam
This 15-minute video tells the story of the founding of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul by Frederic Ozanam and his friends, in a time when their country was facing massive social change.
Every Saint Has A Past, Every Sinner Has A Future
“The only difference between a saint and a sinner is that every saint has a past, and every sinner has a future.”
Young People Should Know: Frederic Ozanam
God raised up Blessed Frederic, setting him ablaze with the spirit of His love, to encourage groups of lay people in the service of the poor. You should know him. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KVtZiU3fVrE He was a professor who upheld and communicated the...
December 2017 Issue of “Ozanam Network” is Now Available
Every trimester, the International General Council of the SSVP publishes its edition of the newsletter "Ozanam Network." The December 2017 edition is now available, with 16 pages. Some highlighted articles: "Christmas greeting from President General Renato Lima;"...
Pope Francis and Vincentians • See – Judge – Act
Many may be surprised to learn the “See – Judge – Act” methodology of Pope Francis’ vision has roots in the work of Ozanam .
Telling the story within the new story
“Tell the new story on top of the old story.” If you want to understand this situation or person today, think of that person or situation a long time ago. If you want to understand Pedro today think of Frederica in our history.
