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Pope Francis and Frederic Ozanam Have Similar Convictions


Pope Francis
“We live in the most unequal part of the world, which has grown the most yet reduced misery the least,” Cardinal Bergoglio said during a gathering of Latin American bishops in 2007. “The unjust distribution of goods persists, creating a situation of social sin that cries out to Heaven and limits the possibilities of a fuller life for so many of our brothers.”

Blessed Frederic Ozanam

“The question which divides men in our time is no longer a question of political systems. It is a social question: that is of knowing which will prevail: the spirit of selfishness or the spirit of sacrifice? Whether society is to be simply a great opportunity of exploitation for the benefit of the strongest or a dedication of everyone for the benefit of all and especially for the protection of the weak.”


Prayer for the Vincentian Youth

Saint Vincent de Paul, missionary and evangelizer of the poor,
grant us, through your intercession:
Courageous youth willing to light the fire of divine love in all beings,
to continue the mission of the Son of God.
Communicative youth, who reveal to those who are poor and marginalized
that the Kingdom of God is close, especially for them.
Convert youth to Jesus Christ, so they will address humanity full of love,
to remove material and spiritual poverty.
Youth who treat those who are poor with understanding and cordiality,
putting themselves at their service.
Youth who are interested in an inner life that manifests itself
in faith, hope and charity,
and an attitude of surrender to God.
youth who, inspired by Louise, Frederic, Elizabeth, John Gabriel, Rosalie, Catherine and many
others,
give joyous testimony in being disciples of Jesus.
Amen.

(Written by Fr. Eugenio Jose Wisnienwski, CM)