His Serene Highness Prince Albert II has received a commemorative medal marking the 150th anniversary of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul in Monaco, the Principality’s oldest association and part of an international Catholic charitable organisation…
The medal was presented to the Sovereign as the Society celebrates a century and a half of helping people facing hardship, guided by the Catholic principles of charity, solidarity and service to others.
Founded in Paris in 1833 by Frédéric Ozanam and Emmanuel-Joseph Bailly de Surcy, the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul was named after Saint Vincent de Paul, the 17th-century French Catholic priest renowned for his work with the poor. The organisation subsequently developed into an international network and today forms part of the Vincentian Family, a worldwide community of Catholic organisations inspired by his spirituality and charitable mission. The Society established its presence in Monaco 150 years ago, making its Monegasque branch the Principality’s oldest association and giving particular significance to this year’s anniversary.
The presentation comes ahead of another significant engagement for the Princely Couple. Their Serene Highnesses Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene are today expected to participate in celebrations connected with Pope Leo XIV.
The anniversary medal therefore recognises both the Society’s long relationship with Monaco and 150 years of Catholic charitable work in the Principality.
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