Chapter I: Life of Frederic Ozanam Catholic historians of future times, when they come to pass in review the names of the men who have most distinguished themselves in the battle of the Church against … Read More
Frederic Ozanam’s Tactical Wisdom for Today’s Consumer Society
One of the ways a “classic” gets identified is by its aptitude to speak to ages beyond its own. The product of one era, it has an ability to bring its insight to the concerns … Read More
Blessed Frederic Ozanam Biography (V)
“The New Era” – Political Commitment Frederic had no natural taste, nor any particular competence for politics. However, he agreed under pressure from his friends, but without any illusions, to run in the election in … Read More
Blessed Frederic Ozanam Biography (IV)
Faith and Science A Thirst for culture Frederic Ozanam was a scholar in the full sense of the Word. His thirst for knowledge was however inseparable from his wish that it serve Christian Truth, and … Read More
Blessed Frederic Ozanam Biography (III)
Faith and Charity The poor: The face of Christ In Frederic Ozanam’s eyes, faith without charity had no meaning. That is why his advice turned quickly into an entreaty when he spoke to his young … Read More
Blessed Frederic Ozanam Biography (II)
A Christian Prophet Frederic Ozanam’s Charisma According to the Bible, a prophet is one inspired by God who speaks out with powerful, disturbing words in times of difficulty, distress or upheaval. These words are capable … Read More
Blessed Frederic Ozanam Biography (I)
To beatify someone does not mean to erect a statue of the person. On the contrary, according to the Latin etymology (beatificare = beatum facere), it means “to make happy”. Indeed, in beatifying Frederic Ozanam, … Read More