Reflection on this story from my past history as a missionary has helped me to grasp more fully the understanding of Advent as the great mystery which leads us to the celebration of the Incarnation of Christ at Christmas. By Fr. Gregory Gay, C.M.
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Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton and the Blessed Virgin Mary
As a dedicated mother, the leader of a new religious community, and a teacher of children and young people, Elizabeth related to Mary’s motherhood… Mary was the role model for the Sisters of Charity.
Feast of St. Agostina Pietrantoni (November 13)
On November 13 we will celebrate the Feast Day of Saint Agostina Pietrantoni, an Italian Sister of Charity of St. Joan Antida.
“Song on the Scaffold” of Bl. Pierre René Rogue, C.M.
Story of the “Song on the Scaffold” of Blessed Pierre René Rogue, C.M., martyr of the French Revolution.
Vincentians and Evangelization: Two presentations on a theme
What is the image of a Vincentian Evangelizaer? What is the message that Vincentian Evangelizers deliver?
Bravery of Blessed Rosalie Rendu
A presentation showing some examples of the fortitude and bravery of Blessed Rosalie Rendu.
St. Vincent and Lay Ministry (Presentation)
Some of the St. Vincent’s insights can be developed in a new context and perhaps taken in new directions.
Celebrating Blessed Rosalie Rendu, D.C.
From the age of reason, Jeanne [Sr. Rosalie] had thought of consecrating herself to God.
Bl. Rosalie Rendu: Serving and Advocating for Persons in Need of Health Care
In addition to caring for the sick poor in their homes, Blessed Rosalie collaborated closely with the civil authorities responsible for the assistance of those who were poor.
Sister Justine Bisqueyburu, D.C. and the Green Scapular
Nine years after the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared to St. Catherine Labouré, she appeared to Sister Justine Bisqueyburu, D.C., in the same convent chapel at Rue du Bac, holding the Immaculate Heart in her hands, and gave her the Green Scapular.
The Vincentian Parish Mission 1625-1660
For the sake of the country poor, St. Vincent de Paul founded the Congregation of the Mission to preach and educate the people.
How the Congregation of the Mission Enriched the Early U.S.A.
How the Congregation of the Mission responded to the needs of early U.S. settlers.
