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25 JANUARY 1816: RECALLING THE FOUNDING STORY
The all-important first day of community life for the Missionaries was obviously a story often repeated in all its details. In his Memoires, Father Tempier, described it as: “This memorable day that I will never forget for as long as I … Continue reading
25 JANUARY 1816: THE FIRST DAY OF COMMUNITY LIFE!
25 January 1816 marked the first day of community life for the Missionaries, with the arrival of the first three members. Eugene had bought some of the Carmelite Convent, with an arrangement that the seller, Madame Gontier, could continue using … Continue reading
VOCATION: COME AND “BE” IN ORDER TO “DO”
From the very beginning, Eugene insists that whatever missionary work is done, its success depends on the quality of life of those doing it. It is the example of the lifestyle of the missionary that speaks louder than any words. … Continue reading
THE MISSIONARY COMMUNITY “ONLY EXISTS IN MY HEAD”
It now becomes clear that Eugene has thought deeply about founding a group of mission preachers in Provence. He understands that the appalling condition of the people calls him to a response, and he begins to look at practical side … Continue reading