6. 1. This face of Vincent
is central to all of the
branches of the
Vincentian Family
2. Witness is often
much more important
than words, especially
today
7. 3. It is very important to note
that this second face of St.
Vincent is not completely
distinct from the first
9. 1. “It is therefore essential
for you to be empty of
yourself in order to put on
Jesus Christ”
2. Vincent’s contribution to the
formation of the diocesan clergy
was so striking that he came to
be called “Light of the Clergy”
10. 3. Vincent was inventive in
creating new types of
formation programs
4. This third face of St. Vincent is
not completely distinct from the
first
12. 1. The union of contemplation
and action is one of the most
important keys to Vincentian
spirituality
2. Vincent places very
strong emphasis on daily
mental prayer
13. 3. This face is
inseparable from the
first three