Vincent de Paul

St. Vincent de Paul (24 April 1581 – 27 September 1660) was a French Roman Catholic priest who dedicated himself to serving the poor. He is venerated as a saint in the Catholic Church and the Anglican Communion. He was canonized in 1737. He was renowned for his compassion, humility and generosity and is known as the "Great Apostle of Trumpets."

Vincent De Paul Media

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  Ranquines, birthplace of Vincent

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  St. Vincent de Paul Roman Catholic Church in New York City, now closed

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  1843 Medal of Saint Vincent de Paul by Artist Marius Penin, obverse

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  The Good Shepherd on the reverse of the medal

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  The waxen mask and hands encasing Vincent's bones