“Together we will build a humane world.”
Who or what comes to your mind when you think of building a humane world?
Vincentian Tradition
Our Faults
“It is not enough to have a mind enlightened by the consciousness of our faults. Our wills must be moved to correct them.” -Louise de Marillac
Undertake Only…
“Undertake only what you can accomplish.” -Louise de Marillac
Source of Great Edification
“I rejoice in the hope that you are living together in great union, that your mutual support unites you in one heart and one mind in Jesus Christ, and that you are, therefore, a source of great edification* to everyone.” -Louise de Marillac
*edification: 1.) the instruction or improvement of a person morally or intellectually, 2.) spiritual development, improvement of the soul
Gentleness of Heart
“All must be done with gentleness of heart and humility, as we consider the interests of those with whom we are working rather than our own.”-Louise de Marillac
What Do We Have/Know
“What do we have except what has been given to us? What do we know except what has been taught us?” -Louise de Marillac
Love the Roses
“Let us serve with hearts filled with the pure love of God which enables us always to love the roses amidst the thorns” -Louise de Marillac
Support One Another
“I know that we all have faults and I more than anyone. However, the support we owe to one another should prevent us from noticing the weaknesses of our sisters, except if we are able to help them.” -Louise de Marillac
The Vincentian Legacy of Service
The Vincentian legacy of service is…
- …being led by those we serve Continue reading
The Blessing of Compassion (Pre-Service Immersion)
Adapted from Out of the Ordinary by Joyce Rupp
Each of you have grown in compassion as you have chosen to be servant leaders on a service immersion experience. Compassion, which literally means “shared passion,” holds both beauty and challenge. It is based on the belief that we are united with all beings. Their joy and sorrow is our joy and sorrow because of this deep and intimate connection. To be truly compassionate means to approach another with non-judgment and unconditional love. Continue reading