In Vincent’s time, the poor were largely neglected, illiterate, and spiritually ignorant. The clergy were sadly inadequate. St. Vincent founded the Congregation of the Mission to preach to the country poor and to help reform the clergy.

In this Coffee Break, Fr. Bob Gielow, CM, talks about some reasons to “celebrate”, and offers some practical suggestions for Lent.

For the sake of the country poor, St. Vincent de Paul founded the Congregation of the Mission to preach and educate the people.

Parish Missions are one part of the charism of Congregation of the Mission. The Vice-Province of SS. Cyril and Methodius began to engage in Parish Missions in 2008. Fr. Paul Roche, CM founded the Mission Team. Initially, the Mission Team  consisted of  two persons,...