During this Year of Vincentian Collaboration we will be highlighting various Vincentian heritage figures to show how they collaborated with others of their time, who their influencers were, and how they so often made changes happen by networking rather than relying on their own abilities and knowledge alone. Today we look at Blessed Frederic Ozanam and Collaboration. Later this week we will feature St. Elizabeth Ann Seton.

The 191 “September Martyrs” were killed 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. They were beatified on October 17, 1926 by Pope Pius XI. Three Vincentian priests were among them: Bl. Louis-Joseph François, Bl. Jean-Henri Gruyer and Bl. Pierre-René … Read More

“Elizabeth Seton was born in New York City on August 28, 1774, to devout Episcopalians, Dr. Richard Bayley and Catherine Charlton Bayley. Dr. Bayley taught surgery at King’s College (now Columbia University) and was the First Health Officer of New York City… By the time of her death on January 4, 1821, Elizabeth had founded no less than 50 Catholic institutions, such as orphanages, schools, and hospitals including St. Vincent Hospital in New York City.” – from the Website of Seton Pediatric Center. Find out the rest of the story, along with prayer services, videos, presentations and more, at this link.

On August 22, 1617, St. Vincent founded the First Confraternity of Charity at Chatillon-les-Dombes; which became what we know today as the AIC (International Association of Charities). In preparation for the 400th anniversary of the AIC (1617-2017), a new AIC document, the AIC Charter, is being drafted. Today’s feature is based on Chapter 1, Topic 2. Learn the principles behind “what drives the AIC”. Click here to view the YouTube video and accompanying slide presentation.

New five-part presentation of helpful quotes from St. Vincent de Paul on different aspects of collaboration. Viewing options: download the printable PDF version, scan the code to view on your smartphone or tablet, or see the desktop version.

Throughout history, and in each Vincentian institution or group, the Vincentian Family has given a privileged place to Mary. This Saturday, August 15, is the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. For a selection of resources (downloadable presentations, videos, podcasts, etc.) about Mary, click here.

Today we feature a video from the Daughters of Charity archives about “Seeing Christ in the Poor” through the ministry of massage therapy for homeless persons. I decided to search the Internet for other examples of this ministry.

Missionary… witness… formator… inventive… contemplative… active… prayerful… gentle… compassionate… these are some of the words used to describe St. Vincent de Paul in this simple, brief PowerPoint presentation. Use as an introduction to St. Vincent or as a refresher on the important keys to Vincentian Spirituality.

Who was this Saint and missioner, whose life was called “a living sermon” by a local Cardinal who knew him? What was his secret to success, in a country which at the time despised Catholic missionaries? See the presentations St. Justin de Jacobis: The Art of Dialogue and Five Faces of St. Justin de Jacobis to find out more.

If you love God and the beach, plan on downloading one or more of our eBooks for Vincentians. They are quick enough reads… short but meaningful.