EugÃ(c)nie Smet, Mère Marie De La Providence

Foundress of the "Helpers of the Holy Souls"

von Caroline C Morewood

406 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

"Eugénie Smet, Mère Marie De La Providence: Foundress of the 'Helpers of the Holy Souls'" is a compelling biographical account of the nineteenth-century French nun who established a significant religious congregation. This work chronicles the life of Eugénie Smet, from her early spiritual formation in Lille to her eventual founding of the Society of the Helpers of the Holy Souls in Paris in 1856. Guided by a profound devotion to the souls in Purgatory, Smet envisioned an order that combined contemplative prayer with active service to the sick and the poor.The narrative explores the various trials and spiritual insights that marked the development of the congregation during a period of significant change within the Catholic Church in France. It provides a detailed look at the character of Mère Marie de la Providence, highlighting her leadership, her unwavering faith, and the rapid expansion of her mission. This biography is a valuable resource for those interested in the history of religious orders, the lives of Catholic figures, and the intersection of social work and spirituality. By examining her legacy, the book offers a deep reflection on the enduring impact of a life dedicated to intercession and charity.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

• Reihe: Tradd Street Press
• ISBN: 9781025646404
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 14.02.2026
• Größe: 234 x 156 mm
• Verlag: Legare Street Press