Presentation on the virtue of mortification in mind and spirit, as taught by St. Vincent de Paul.
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References to St. Joseph in St. Vincent’s Letters
This presentation highlights several references to St. Joseph from St. Vincent’s correspondence.
Walking through each day with St. Vincent
Practical advice as we strive to follow in St. Vincent’s footsteps each day.
Leo Raymond de Neckère, C.M., first bishop of New Orleans
Leo Raymond de Neckère, C.M., was one of the pioneers of the Vincentians in the United States. Born in Belgium and completing his studies at the Seminary at the Barrens, he was ordained October 13, 1822. According to our Vincentian Calendar, today, June 24, marks the anniversary of his consecration as Bishop of New Orleans.
Vincentian Collaboration – An Outside Perspective
We share with you the Keynote Address of our Vincentian brother, John Darley, at the international Vincentian Family meeting in Rome, Italy (January 22 – 24, 2016). This presentation emphasizes the old N'gambai African proverb: "If you want to travel fast, you travel...
The Vocation of Blessed Rosalie Rendu, D.C.
God has a plan for each of our lives. We are all called to be saints. It is beautiful to read about each person's unique journey, especially to the religious life. May 25, 1802 marks the day that Blessed Rosalie Rendu entered the Daughters of Charity in Paris. Sr....
Pentecost Meditation for Vincentians
How will I allow the Holy Spirit to transform my mind and heart, and ignite my will to serve Christ in the poor, in the days ahead?
This Week in Vincentian History
Find out what was happening in North America during this week of May in 1849, 1878, and 1888.
May 9: Feast of St. Louise de Marillac
In the article "The Concept of Consecration in the Writings of Louise de Marillac," Sr. Carmen Urrizburu, DC, notes that in the convent where Louise was placed as a child after the death of her father, she came to understand that 'consecration' implied silence and...
St. Catherine Labouré, D.C.: In the Silence of Sleep and Dreams
In honor of the birthday of St. Catherine Labouré, which is this Monday, May 2, I encourage you to enjoy a place or space of silence.
April 28: Feast of St. Gianna Beretta Molla
April 28 is the feast day of St. Gianna Beretta Molla (1922-1962), a doctor, wife, and mother who chose to continue with her fourth pregnancy, despite knowing that having this child could result in her own death. She is part of the Vincentian Family because in her younger years she served among the elderly and needy as a member of the St. Vincent de Paul Society.
First Establishment of the Congregation of the Mission, Bons Enfants
A lot was happening at this time in 1625. April 17 is the anniversary of the first establishment of the Congregation of the Mission, Bons Enfants, Paris. What can we learn here? This presentation tells the story.
