Frederic Ozanam had a passion for charity and justice which was driven by a deep faith in the presence of God who was actively engaged in the social progress of the world through the actions of Christians. This video presentation by Ralph Middlecamp at the Vincentian Family Gathering on October 25, 2013 examines the development of Ozanam’s thought on the social struggles of his time. The talk focuses in on his organizational inclinations as he sought to involve others in the practice of charity and the cause of justice.(The powerpoint slides used are also available,)
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