Why pilgrims come
A sacred place worth the journey.
The Lazarist motherhouse chapel built to receive the relics of St. Vincent de Paul, whose body is venerated above the high altar.
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The pilgrim’s guide
What makes this visit meaningful
This chapel turns Paris’s Catholic history toward service of the poor. Pray at St. Vincent de Paul’s body, then connect his witness with St. Louise de Marillac and the Daughters of Charity at Rue du Bac nearby.
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Relics of St. Vincent de Paul
Ascend prayerfully toward the shrine above the altar.
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Charity as a vocation
Remember the saint’s service of the poor, abandoned, imprisoned, and forgotten.
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Vincentian Paris
Pair the chapel with Rue du Bac and St. Louise de Marillac’s resting place.
Feasts, anniversaries & celebrations
Feast of St. Vincent de PaulConnected to this place through Tomb and bodily remains.