Lectionary Calendar
Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
the Fourth Week of Lent
There are 18 days til Easter!
Attention!
Tired of seeing ads while studying? Now you can enjoy an "Ads Free" version of the site for as little as 10¢ a day and support a great cause!
Click here to learn more!

Bible Encyclopedias
Vincentian Congregation

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

Search for…
or
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W Y Z
Prev Entry
Vincent, William, D.D.
Next Entry
Vinci, Leonardo Da
Resource Toolbox

is a brotherhood or association of secular priests, who, although not strictly a religious order, are bound by vows, and are especially devoted to preaching and hearing confession among the poor. They are so called from their founder, the Roman Catholic saint, Vincent de Paul (q.v.). Another object is to undertake the direction of episcopal seminaries and other colleges for the education of ecclesiastics, and to direct the annual devotional exercises of the secular clergy.

The name Vincentian is also sometimes given to other associations founded by Vincent de Paul. Of these there are several sisterhoods, that of Charity being the most remarkable, and the Charitable Lay Association, which has numerous branches in all Roman Catholic countries.

Bibliography Information
McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Vincentian Congregation'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​tce/​v/vincentian-congregation.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
 
adsfree-icon
Ads FreeProfile