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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 Future Of The Vincentian Charism In The United States: Challenges, Trends, And Opportunities, Scott Kelley, Jessica Werner

Scott Kelley

With declining membership in many branches of the Vincentian Family looming in the background, a key question emerges: how will the Vincentian mission continue in the United States in the twenty-first century? In 2005, Rev. Edward R. Udovic, C.M., Senior Executive for University Mission at DePaul University, argued that “by 2023 the Vincentians may well have no physical presence, canonical sponsorship role, or governance role at DePaul University.” His conclusion is based on careful observation of the historical membership trends in the Congregation of the Mission in the United States, going all the way back to their arrival in 1816. …

A Place For Dialogue, Scott Kelley

Scott Kelley