Saint-Lazare priory

priory, Paris, France

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The Saint-Lazare priory in Paris was a significant site, particularly for the Vincentian order. Founded in 1625 by St. Vincent de Paul, the Vincentians took possession of the priory, which then became known as the Lazarists. This location served as a headquarters from which numerous missions to the rural poor were organized. The Vincentians also utilized Saint-Lazare for clerical training, offering retreats to men preparing for the priesthood. The French Revolution caused hardship for the order, but they experienced a resurgence in the 19th century.1

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…of the former priory of Saint-Lazare at Paris, whence the name Lazarists. From this headquarters 550 missions to the rural poor were organized before Vincent’s death in 1660. The Vincentians also became involved in the work of clerical training very early. They started giving retreats at Saint-Lazare in 1631 for…
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…of the former priory of Saint-Lazare at Paris, whence the name Lazarists. From this headquarters 550 missions to the rural poor were organized before Vincent’s death in 1660. The Vincentians also became involved in the work of clerical training very early. They started giving retreats at Saint-Lazare in 1631 for…
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