a body of many groups who are inspired by the life and work of St. Vincent de Paul, a 17th century priest-reformer. Some members are vowed religious (priests, brothers, sisters), and some are lay volunteers.
We should consider that everything done for God is important, convinced that there are no insignificant duties in His house and that the least of them, when entrusted to us, honor us too greatly (V:626).
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"We must generously accept our inability to act, when it pleases God that this should happen." - St. Louise de Marillac. When I am forced to remain inactive, Lord, keep me patient and calm in my waiting, knowing that this, too, pleases you. […]