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Correspondence, Conferences, Documents

This book compiles various forms of written communication and official records from conferences and meetings, providing a comprehensive view of the discussions and decisions made during these gatherings. more

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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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“You say you are not happy in the Mission. That, in itself, is not a sign that God does not want you there. Perfect contentment is never to be found, in whatever place and condition one may be. This life is full of annoyances and troubles both of mind and of body; it is a state of continual agitation, which snatches peace of mind from those who think they possess it and eludes those who seek it. Did Our Lord lead an easy life?”

“Ultimately, Monsieur, we must go to God per infamiam et bonam famam [whether spoken of well or ill], and His Divine Goodness is merciful to us when it pleases Him to allow us to encounter blame and public contempt. I am sure you have borne patiently the embarrassment you experienced because of what has happened. If the glory of the world is nothing but smoke, the contrary is a solid good, when it is accepted in the right way. I hope that great good will come to us from this humiliation.”