Was Vincent a thief?

In an article entitled “Myth Deconstruction: Vincent accused of theft” Father Ed Udovic presents the data relevant to the charge that Vincent was accused of theft in the very early biography written by Louis Abelly. Reflection: What is your reaction when...

Recreating place Vincent discovered his vocation

The Vincentian Studies Institute at DePaul University has commissioned the distinguished diorama artist Jeff Wrona to construct a large scale model of the church at Folleville, the site of the first sermon of the mission preached by Vincent de Paul on the Feast of the...

There ought to be a law against that!

If you have ever thought that it might be helpful to realize the advocacy is the legal and peaceful means we have to say There ought to be a law against that! The Voice of the Poor website of the Ontario Regional Council of the SVDP offers some perspectives and,...

The day Vincent discovered his direction in life

January 25th marks the 394th anniversary of the day Vincent discovered his vocation and direction in life. The Congregation of the Mission celebrates this as its “Foundation Day” but in reality the Congregation was not legally set up until 7 year laters on...

Vincentian presence in Tunisia

This fresco depicting Vincent in the Cathedral of St Vincent de Paul in Tunis is a reminder of the special connection of Vincent and Tunis and  serves as a request for special prayers for the people of Tunis and those members of the Vincentian Family, especially the...
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