A presentation showing some examples of the fortitude and bravery of Blessed Rosalie Rendu.
Vincentian Family Blesseds
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.
“What is your Church doing now?” Frederic Ozanam’s response
“What is your Church doing now for those who are poor?” Frederic Ozanam and the Society of St. Vincent dePaul has been answering that question for almost 200 years.
Resources for the Feast of Bl. Frederic Ozanam (Sept. 9)
The VinFormation project of FamVin has posted a series of resources for the Feast of Bl. Frederic Ozanam (Sept. 9)
Ozanam – Pioneer and Prophet
In “Pioneer and Prophet: Frédéric Ozanam’s Influence on Modern Catholic Social Theory” Dr. Thomas O’Brien writes “…this article is going to focus on two facets of Ozanam’s thought that will either directly influence, or indirectly prefigure seismic shifts in the way the Catholic Church thinks about itself and the social, political, and economic worlds it inhabits….
Memories of a Saint – Ron Ramson CM
Not many people can say that they have met a saint. For those who have, the experience profoundly impacts their lives.
Frederic Ozanam Stories
Frederic Ozanam Stories collected by Sr. Claire Sweeney D.C. found on the website of the Vincentian Partnership for Social Justice.
Vincentian Pilgrimage to grave of Daughter of Charity
Over 500 pilgrims travelled from different corners of Ukraine to the grave of Blessed Sister Marta Wiecka, DC. The 5th pilgrimage of the Vincentian Family to Sniatyn, took place on May 10-11, 2014marking the five years since she was beatified. On Saturday...
Update – List of Vincentian Family saints, blesseds
The Vincentian Encyclopedia has updated its list of Vincentian Family Saints, Blessed, Venerables and Servants of God... people who are our heroes and heroines. Once again we invite you identify any who are missing from this list so we can make it complete and...
Formation Friday – Vincentian heros
Over the course of almost 400 years the followers of Vincent and Louise have inspired people to to serve the faith and physical needs of people living on the margins. The Vincentian Family tradition is rich in heroes and heroines. How well do we know know deeply...
Saturday Study Hall – Vincentian Family Saints
"Study Hall" - echoes of earlier formal stages in our preparation for life. But as the Pope has recently reminded us formation is a lifelong task. In that spirit FamVin is beginning a new series "Saturday Study Hall" which for the most part will draw on articles in...
