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Vincent De Paul As A Fundraiser: His Attitudes And Practices, John E. Rybolt
Vincent De Paul As A Fundraiser: His Attitudes And Practices, John E. Rybolt
John E Rybolt
A review of mainly unpublished materials concerning Vincent de Paul's attitudes and practices in fundraising. He sought the relief of the poor, published their needs, saw the presence of God in the poor, encouraged and cared for donors, avoid any show of power, developed volunteers, and practiced respect for the recipients of charity.
“Vincentian Social Justice”, John E. Rybolt
“Vincentian Social Justice”, John E. Rybolt
John E Rybolt
A specific Vincentian commitment to social justice, was not one of the original hallmarks of the Congregation of the Mission, though it developed later. The “Vincentian way,” begins with experience and the followers of Vincent continued to be faithful to Vincent’s way of acting, how he lived. It was his attention to individuals in their needs that formed the basis of his attitude toward social justice, but exercised on the personal level.
Saint Vincent’S Daily Prayers,, John E. Rybolt
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.
Liturgical Prayers In Honor Of Saint Vincent De Paul (Revised), John E. Rybolt
Liturgical Prayers In Honor Of Saint Vincent De Paul (Revised), John E. Rybolt
John E Rybolt
A revision and updating of a previously published study.
A Calendar Of Vincent De Paul, John E. Rybolt
A Calendar Of Vincent De Paul, John E. Rybolt
John E Rybolt
This calendar is a day-by-day listing of the known activities of Vincent de Paul from 1596 (the year of his tonsure and minor orders) to 1660 (the year of his death). Its purpose is to show graphically his activities in chronological relation to each other and, where possible, to track his movements while traveling on missions or other activities.
Sources For Understanding Vincent De Paul, John E. Rybolt
Sources For Understanding Vincent De Paul, John E. Rybolt
John E Rybolt
This paper presents and explains the main sources for understanding Vincent de Paul: his writings, biographies, contemporary witnesses, studies and iconography.
Vincent De Paul And The Reform Of The Clergy, John E. Rybolt
Vincent De Paul And The Reform Of The Clergy, John E. Rybolt
John E Rybolt
A presentation of the reforming activities of Vincent de Paul, in the context of the period following the Council of Trent. This focused on the moral lives of priests, the finances of the Church, and the appointment of bishops.
Growth Of The Constitutions Of The Daughters Of Charity, John E. Rybolt
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.
“According To Our Institute.” The Charter Of The Congregation Of The Mission, John E. Rybolt
“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.
Two Unpublished Texts Concerning The Distribution Of The Vincentian Common Rules, 1658, John E. Rybolt
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
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.
Two Unpublished Documents Of Saint Vincent De Paul, John E. Rybolt
Two Unpublished Documents Of Saint Vincent De Paul, John E. Rybolt
John E Rybolt
Text, translation, and commentary of two hitherto unpublished documents of Vincent de Paul (1581-1660), dealing with a legal case involving the coach lines of Rennes and Brittany, 1644.
The Emblem And Motto Of The Congregation Of The Mission (Abridged), John E. Rybolt
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
“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.
Codex Sarzana, John E. Rybolt
Codex Sarzana, John E. Rybolt
John E Rybolt
A first-ever publication of Codex Sarzana, a manuscript of the early rules and constitutions of the Congregation of the Mission, as written by or under the direction of Vincent de Paul. The majority of the material is a transcription of the Latin text.
Documentary Evidence For The Life And Works Of St. Vincent De Paul, John E. Rybolt
Documentary Evidence For The Life And Works Of St. Vincent De Paul, John E. Rybolt
John E Rybolt
This article examines the types of documents that illumine the life and work of Vincent de Paul. Of special importance is volume 13 of the edition of these documents by Pierre Coste: its organization and contents. Other documents, many unpublished, have also come to light. This study arranges them for ease of understanding.