“The great things God does within a human soul are simple. Sanctity simply means love.” – Sr. Jozefa Watroba, D.C.
Vincentian Family Blesseds
Blessed Rosalie Rendu: Heroine Alongside Cholera Victims
by Famvin Media Resources | February 2, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments
Blessed Rosalie Rendu, D.C. was able to remain calm and unshakeable as she organized relief services for her neighbors struck down by disease.
Blessed Anna Maria Janer Anglarill (January 11)
by Famvin Media Resources | January 7, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments
This week we celebrate Blessed Anna Maria Janer Anglarill who established the Sisters of the Holy Family of Urgell, a branch of the Vincentian Family.
Frederic Ozanam: Pioneer and Prophet
by Famvin Media Resources | September 8, 2023 | Formation | 0 Comments
Frederic Ozanam’s practical theology foreshadowed seismic shifts in Catholic social theory 100 years into the future.
Congregation of the Mission Martyrs of the French Revolution (September 2)
by Famvin Media Resources | August 28, 2023 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation | 0 Comments
Blessed Louis-Joseph François, Blessed Jean-Henri Gruyer, Blessed Pierre-René Rogue, Blessed Jean-Charles Caron, and Blessed Nicolas Colin were martyred along with many others during the French Revolution on September 2 and 3, 1792 after they refused to take an oath that would have placed them under the authority of the state.
Blessed Giuseppina Nicoli, DC: a teacher of life, a messenger of love
by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 4, 2022 | Formation
There was a time, not so long ago, when a woman, full of enthusiasm and vocation for the weakest children of society, gave her life to educate a great generation of young people who, thanks to her, found the strength to change their lives.
Memorial of Blessed Lindalva Justo, Daughter of Charity (Video)
by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 7, 2022 | Formation
A Mass that was streamed live on Apr 9, 2021 from the martyrdom chapel located at the Dom Pedro II Shelter in Salvador, Bahia, Brazil.
Bravery of Blessed Rosalie Rendu
by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 16, 2020 | Formation
A presentation showing some examples of the fortitude and bravery of Blessed Rosalie Rendu.
Celebrating Blessed Rosalie Rendu, D.C.
by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 9, 2020 | Formation
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
by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 7, 2020 | Formation
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.
January 7: Blessed Lindalva Justo de Oliveira, D.C.
by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 5, 2020 | Daughters of Charity, Formation
Video about the life of Blessed Lindalva Justo de Oliveira, D.C.
Frederic Ozanam and Servant Leadership
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 27, 2019 | Formation
Frederic never aspired to a position of leadership (but in reality, he was a leader) nor did he ever attempt to utilize his position for personal gain.
Blessed Némésia Valle: “Open Heart and Open Arms”
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 15, 2019 | Formation
December 18 is the feast day of Blessed Némésia Valle, a Sister of Charity of St. Jeanne Antide Thouret, a branch of the Vincentian Family.
December 10: Feast Day of Bl. Marcantonio Durando, C.M.
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 13, 2019 | Formation
This week we celebrate the feast day of Blessed Marcantonio Durando, C.M., who became known as the “St. Vincent of Italy”.
Nov. 9: Beatification of Sr. Rosalie Rendu, D.C.
by Famvin Media Resources | Nov 8, 2019 | Formation
Nov. 9 is the anniversary of the beatification of Sr. Rosalie Rendu, D.C. 16 years ago. Here is a brief account of the events of Nov. 9, 2003 and a video about Blessed Rosalie.
The Lay Spirituality of Frederic Ozanam
by Famvin Media Resources | Sep 6, 2019 | Formation, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
The primary reason for the St. Vincent de Paul Society’s existence was and is to increase the holiness of its members, by service to those in need and by building deep friendships.