Daughters of

Charity
Daughters of Charity
Daughters of Charity of Saint
Vincent de Paul, Roman Catholic
religious congregation founded at
Paris in 1633 by St. Vincent de Paul
and St. Louise de Marillac. The
congregation was a radical
innovation by 17th-century
standards: it was first noncloistered
religious institute of women
devoted to active charitable works,
especially in the service of the poor.
What is the Vincentian Charism?
 The charism and spirit of the Daughters of Charity is
one of service to those who live in poverty and in
greatest need. This charism is a gift given by God to
St. Vincent de Paul, St. Louise de Marillac, and all
the Daughters of Charity who have followed them in
their mission.
 Our charism ,defines both who we are and how we
live and work every day. As Daughters of Charity, we
are called to a life service. Our relationship with God
is at the heart of our calling, and through life in
community, we support one another in fulfilling our
common mission.
How to become a Daughter of Charity?
What do I learn when training
to be a Daughter of Charity?
• Getting to know the co-
founders of the Daughters of
Charity of St. Vincent de Paul.
They are St. Louise de Mirillac
and St. Vincent de Paul, two
French people.
The Formation of Members:
Formation comprises the initial stage
and an on-going stage. It takes into
account
• The international character of the
Company of the Daughters of
Charity
• The demands of inculturation
• The individual progress of each
person.
How to become a Daughter of Charity?
Steps in becoming a Daughter
of Charity:
Step 1 – Initial Inquiry
Step 2 - Accompaniment
Step 3 – Postulancy
Step 4 - Seminary
Step 5 – Sending on Mission
Step 6 - Vows
Each year…
Subsequent each year, the Daughters of
Charity acquire the approval of the
Superior General of the Congregation of
the Mission to renew their vows: The
annual renewal of the vows
• Permits the sisters to strengthen their
determination to be faithful to their
vocation
• It assures the stability of their service
of Christ in the Company
• It implies a free act of will, inspired
always by love