Formation
Anecdotes of the Vincentian Family: Ozanam and Law: A Depressing Justice
by Javier F. Chento | November 25, 2023 | Formation | 0 Comments
The Miraculous Medal Association and the Vincentian Family
by Famvin Media Resources | November 24, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 4 Comments
What are the bonds between the Miraculous Medal and the Vincentian Family? Slideshare presentation with reflection questions to share with your group.
The Early Church Had No “Office of Evangelization”
by John Freund, CM | November 24, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Jesus did not establish the church as an institution with a slick “Public Relations” plan. His followers were attracted by his message.
Prayers and Readings for the Feast of the Blessed Virgin Mary of the Miraculous Medal
by Vincentian Family Office | November 23, 2023 | Formation | 1 Comment
The following is the liturgical script for the celebration of the feast of the Blessed Virgin Mary of the Miraculous Medal.
Challenges of the Congregation of the Mission for a Promising Future
by .famvin | Jan 28, 2024 | Congregation of the Mission, Reflections
A reflection by Fr. Jean Rolex, C.M. on the challenges of the Congregation of the Mission for a promising future.
From the Greatest to the Least – God is There • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent
by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | Jan 27, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
"In addition to this general work, He toils with each individual: with the craftsman in his shop, with the woman in...
CIF Activities for the Vincentian Movement for the Year 2024
by Andrés Motto, CM | Jan 27, 2024 | Formation
Like every year, I am writing to tell you what the different CIF Meetings will be next year so that you can anticipate your participation in time.
Outbreaks of Glory (Isaiah 49:3)
by Tom McKenna, CM | Jan 11, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Every once in a while when reading the Scriptures, something lights up, jumps out into the present time and place.
Magi School for Seekers – Open Enrollment
by John Freund, CM | Jan 11, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Anyone seeking health insurance or entrance into a school knows the term “open enrollment.” Triggered by a Pope Francis’ homily on the feast of the Epiphany,
Give Witness to the Lamb of God
by Ross Dizon | Jan 10, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus is the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world. We are to fix our gaze on him and give witness to him. And we thank God for revealing this to John the Baptist and for sending him to give witness to it. May God give us now the grace to take a long and...
Vincentian Prayer Images: Contemporary Art 11
by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 10, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of St. Vincent de Paul as portrayed by a contemporary artist.
Vincentian Voices Network for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
by Jim Paddon | Jan 9, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
The Vincentian Voices Network (VVN) seeks to find ways to give a voice to the voiceless.
A Vincentian Minute: Windows on Saint Vincent’s Vision (Part 8)
by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 8, 2023 | Formation
In this series Fr. Rooney explores Fr. Jack Melito, CM’s inquiries into the experiences that shaped Vincent de Paul’s life.
Lessons From My Christmas Conversion
by Heather King | Jan 8, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
We used to celebrate Christmas for forty days, a period symbolizing conversion. Mother Seton’s own life-changing Christmas experience prompts us to ask ourselves—did we open our hearts to the Christ child this year? Or did we lock the door of the inn?
Annual Mass of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Ireland, Broadcast on National TV
by .famvin | Jan 7, 2023 | Formation, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
On November 27th we participated in the annual Sunday celebration of the Eucharist for the members of Society of St. Vincent de Paul… a celebration that was broadcast on RTÉ.
Is Christmas Over?
by John Freund, CM | Jan 6, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
In this Vincentian Mindwalk, I am asking whether Christmas is the celebration of a moment in the past or something that takes place in your life every day?