Category Archives: WRITINGS

Eugene’s friendship with Charles de Forbin Janson dated back to their days in the seminary together. They had formed a deep friendship and shared much together during their early years of priesthood. Together they responded to the request of the … Continue reading →

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A month-by-month series of reflections compiled by Father David Muñoz OMI and members of the Mazenodian Family   Download the booklet at: https://omiusa.org/pdf/MazenodianFamilyBook.pdf

An entry from Eugene’s diary refers to the rivalry between the cities of Marseilles and Lyon as to which was the most important city. Lyon claimed to be the first French diocese, while Eugene differed and believed that Marseilles was. … Continue reading →

Eugene is sometimes accused by those who are not familiar with his writings of always being serious and not having a sense of humor. In fact, in his writings, we come across a very dry sense of humor. He was … Continue reading →

Another glimpse into the busy life of Bishop Eugene. A wonderful ordination of forty-three subjects. The ceremony was magnificent There were eight new diocesan priests, among them one Oblate, Marie Cyr Chauvet. Later, I went to the quarterly exercise of … Continue reading →

Father Moreau was Vicar General and superior of the Major Seminary in Ajaccio, Corsica. He had requested permission to make a pilgrimage to Rome. My dear Father Moreau, taking advantage of the Bishop of Ajaccio’s passing through, I will answer … Continue reading →

Eugene de Mazenod was Superior General of a growing Missionary Congregation while at the same time Bishop of the second largest city of France. Here is a glimpse into just one of his activities: General Confirmation at the cathedral. I … Continue reading →

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