St. Vincent de Paul encouraged five particular traits in his comrades: simplicity, meekness, mortification, humility and zeal. Come discover the stories of these Vincentian Values and how they are alive in the daily experiences of those around us.
Through the 40 days of Lent, a new story will be shared daily. Make it your Lenten challenge to dive into the five Vincentian virtues of simplicity, meekness, mortification, humility and zeal. See how the everyday practices of being honest, approachable, self-disciplined, realistic and hardworking, in the spirit of St. Vincent, can transform your own life and the lives of others.
The Journey Begins
Day 1 – First Step on the Vincentian Way – Thomas McKenna
Day 2 – In the Vincentian Way – Mary Gilbart
Day 3 – With a Good Heart – Ivette Detres
Day 4 – Waking Up – John Freund
Week One – Stories of Simplicity
Day 5 – Just Listen – Frank Sacks
Day 6 – Lifting up Spirit – Larry Huber
Day 7 – Open and Honest – Jack Timlin
Day 8 – Simple Providence – Frank Sacks
Day 9 – Truthful – Mary Gilbart
Day 10 – Transparency – Thomas McKenna
Week Two – Stories of Meekness
Day 11 – Reflect – Katherine Cartegena
Day12 – SIlent Storm – Al Smith
Day 13 – Open Door – Al Pehrsson
Day 14 – Available – Liz WIlson
Day 15 – Gentle Help – Robert Stone
Day 16 – Approachable – Thomas McKenna
Coming Week Three – Stories of Mortification, Self-discipline
Generally, I love the laconic nature of Mark's Gospel. The Passion narrative is very compelling in its starkness, with one…
Father John, Blessings to you as you step cautiously down that new path. Grace and Peace be with you!
Thanks, John, for letting the Holy Spirit use you to infect us with St. Vincent's charism of preaching the Good…
John, Beautifully said. My mother always said that there is something special about the Vincentians, and I agree with her.…
A fine articulation of the 5 virtues