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Rescue All of Us from All Evil

by Ross Reyes Dizon | December 23, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Jesus does not come to judge us but to save us. He wants to rescue us from all evil. Hence, he gives himself for us. John preaches that God is about to save, rescue, his people. But he announces, too, that God is about to punish those who have not been true to him....

Firewood for the Soul: Having a Youthful Spirit

by Samantha Hill and James Hodge | December 23, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.

A Vincentian Minute: Vincentians Living Advent and Christmas 03

by Famvin Media Resources | December 22, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments

Fr. Rooney extends the Sunday Scriptures for Vincentians.

Tuesday Conferences by The God Minute (Video Series)

by Famvin Media Resources | December 21, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments

The God Minute is carrying on the tradition of the Tuesday Conferences of St. Vincent de Paul by offering video classes.

Merry Christmas! • A Weekly Reflection with Ozanam

by Javier F. Chento | December 21, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

That bond, God that unites family in distance, comforts Frederic, gives him “strength and courage.” Did you wish family and friends a Merry Christmas?

Gentleness Overcoming Arrogance and Haughtiness

by Zeracristos Yosief, C.M. | Jun 24, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Throughout history, many philosophers and theologians have reflected on the virtue of meekness. Even Jesus is no exception.

The Pope Video • For the abolition of torture

by .famvin | Jun 24, 2023 | Church, Formation, Reflections

“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: For the abolition of torture.

Vincentian Discernment in Daily Life by Fr. Hugh O’Donnell, C.M.

by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 23, 2023 | Formation

Fr. Hugh O’Donnell, C.M. explores “discernment” as “a choice, not between good and evil, but between two or more goods.”

Imagine God Requiring a Security Deposit On “Our” Home

by John Freund, CM | Jun 23, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Every renter and landlord knows the meaning of “security deposit.” A security deposit holds people accountable for damages, excessive wear and tear, unpaid rent, etc.

When Children Ask About Homeless People

by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Jun 22, 2023 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections

The children in your life are going to want to know why that person is sleeping on the sidewalk or pushing a shopping cart full of belongings.
The questions will vary. So should our answers.

A Vincentian View: Psalm 100

by Pat Griffin, CM | Jun 21, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Sometimes, I need to preach on a Psalm. This past Sunday, our liturgy offered Psalm 100 as our response to the first reading.

Fears the Sent Ones Must Overcome

by Ross Reyes Dizon | Jun 21, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus comes to his own people and they persecute him. This will also be the fate of his disciples. They waver due to their fears. Jesus senses the fears that his apostles harbor. These are the twelve disciples he sends to the lost sheep of the house of Israel. And...