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“The General Assemblies Of The Congregation Of The Mission: History And Outcomes”, John E. Rybolt

John E Rybolt

Reviews the general assemblies of the Vincentians (the Congregation of the Mission), 1642 to 2010; analyzes the outcomes of these meetings: the election of superiors general and his council, the legislation of the Vincentians, and other issues needing decision.

A History Of The Centre International De Formation: Saint Vincent De Paul, Paris, 1993-2003, John E. Rybolt

John E Rybolt

A review of the first ten years of the program of ongoing formation for Vincentians, held in Paris (1993-2003). Its predecessors, the planning stage, implementation, and a review of the individual sessions. Recurring issues and future issues close the study. The author directed the program in those years.

The Saints Of The Vincentian Family, John E. Rybolt

John E Rybolt

This paper presents the stories of the saints and other holy figures, mainly members of the Congregation of the Mission. It treats at some length China, the persecutions during the French Revolution, and Ethiopia. A further listing follows as an appendix, covering martyrs and others from Ireland, Madagascar, Algiers, Italy, Brazil, Portugal, Persia, Spain, and other countries.

Missioners In The Muslim World, John E. Rybolt

John E Rybolt

No abstract provided.

Saint Vincent’S Daily Prayers,, John E. Rybolt

John E Rybolt

St. Vincent de Paul's daily prayers formed the basis of those of the Congregation of the Mission, his foundation. They changed and expanded over the centuries. This article recreates their organization and describes their changes into the twentieth century.

Growth Of The Constitutions Of The Daughters Of Charity, John E. Rybolt

John E Rybolt

Vincent de Paul and Louise de Marillac provided a rule of life for the Daughters of Charity, followed later by the principal governmental aspects of the community. These were called the Primitive Statutes. This study reviews the history of this text and presents some of the difficulties that arose because of it.

Aspectos De La Relación De Jean Baptiste Etienne Con España, John E. Rybolt

John E Rybolt

Jean Baptiste Etienne, superior general of the Congregation of the Mission (the Vincentians), 1843-78, left an indelible mark on the Vincentians and the Daughters of Charity in Spain. This paper presents the issues and events, with special focus on Buenaventura Armengol, provincial superior of Spain, whom Etienne removed from office and from the Congregation. Another controversial figure was Miguel Domenec, bishop of Pittsburgh (later Allegheny).

“According To Our Institute.” The Charter Of The Congregation Of The Mission, John E. Rybolt

John E Rybolt

St. Vincent often referred to the "Institute." The term is inherently ambiguous, but its meaning as "charter" is explained here. Two versions of the "charter" are compared. Its importance lies in its continuing existence as the nucleus of the identity of the Congregation of the Mission as established by the Church.

Electronic Sources For Vincentian Studies, John E. Rybolt

John E Rybolt

Vincentian Education: A Survey Of Its History, John E. Rybolt

John E Rybolt

St. Vincent de Paul did not specifically include works of education among the purposes of the Congregation of the Mission. Nevertheless he worked in many ways to foster the education of people and priests. His confreres continued this commitment to seminaries and other schools, particularly in overseas missions. Their quality was highly regarded. A review of Vincentian universities follows, together with an assessment of changes after the Second Vatican Council. These helped the Congregation to focus on St. Vincent's goal of service of the poor.

Two Unpublished Texts Concerning The Distribution Of The Vincentian Common Rules, 1658, John E. Rybolt

John E Rybolt

St. Vincent de Paul distributed the Common Rules for the Congregation of the Mission in 1658: in Latin for the priests, and in French for the others. Two brief unpublished texts, one in Italian and the other in Spanish, are from eyewitnesses to these events. These texts are transcribed, translated, and explained.

The Primitive Common Rules Of The Congregation Of The Mission, John E. Rybolt

John E Rybolt

The earliest Common Rules of the Congregation of the Mission, written by St. Vincent de Paul, have long been unrecognized. They are here published for the first time, in French and English, together with an explanation. These primitive rules are compared with the published rules of 1658.

The Emblem And Motto Of The Congregation Of The Mission (Abridged), John E. Rybolt

John E Rybolt

This study will show that this familiar figure of Jesus and the motto Evangelizare pauperibus misit me both date from the time of Saint Vincent. However, the use of both of these together, with the motto surrounding the oval, dates only from the nineteenth century.

“As Good Friends.” Reflections On The Development Of The Concept Of Fraternal Life In The Congregation Of The Mission, John E. Rybolt

John E Rybolt

This study intends (1) to examine the Common Rules and several additional documents to reveal, at least in part, the mind of Vincent de Paul, (2) to go beyond documents to actual experiences, and (3) to trace the development of the concept of fraternal life in our modern documents.