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“We must be firm but not rough in our guidance and avoid an insipid kind of meekness, which is ineffective.”

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Vincent de Paul
Vincent de Paul

St. Vincent de Paul, born on April 24, 1581, and died on September 27, 1660, was a renowned French priest, social reformer, and philanthropist. He is best known for his compassion and care for the poor and vulnerable, having founded organizations dedicated to aiding the needy, most notably the Vincentian Congregation, which continues to provide assistance worldwide. more

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