December 1636 Monsieur, Madame de Beaufort told me that this is the opportune time to work for the establishment of the Confraternity of Charity of the parish of Saint-Etienne. She added that the Pastor strongly … Read More
Louise, Letter 0043. To Sister Barbe
Daughter of Charity, Servant of the Sick Poor of the Parish of Saint-Paul (Paris) (c. 1636) My very dear Sister, I am very concerned about the illness of our dear sister whom I most cordially … Read More
Louise, Letter 0005. To Monsieur Dehorgny (at the College des Bons-Enfants)
September 29, 1635 Monsieur, I received the 100 pounds which you sent me. I beg you to take the trouble to tell me how many shirts, caps and handkerchiefs you want, as well as whatever … Read More
Louise, Letter 0004. To Monsieur Father Vincent
September 4 (c. 1634) Monsieur, I am returning the Rule of Saint-Sauveur to you. I had not seen it. It appears that the first part makes the Confraternity completely dependent upon the Pastor.T do not … Read More
Louise, Letter 0003B. To Monsieur Vincent
Saturday Noon (May 1630) For the past year there has been no Procurator for the Confraternity of Charity. However, there is a good man who faithfully records receipts and expenditures. At the present time he … Read More
Louise, Letter 0002. To Monsieur Vincent
January 13, 1628 Monsieur, About three weeks ago, while I was at Mademoiselle du Fay’s, I had an opportunity to write to you. I am afraid that my letters have been lost. They dealt principally … Read More
Louise, Letter 0001. To Monsieur Vincent
June 5, 1627 Monsieur, I hope that you will excuse the liberty I am taking in telling you how impatient 1 have become because of your long absence, troubled as I am about the future … Read More