Formation

Real or Fake – Spotting the Difference

by John Freund, CM | November 17, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Sometimes, it is very difficult to spot the difference between the “real thing” or an imitation.

Themes for our common advocacy on homelessness

by Lydia Stazen, IGH | November 16, 2023 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 0 Comments

IGH staff had the privilege of attending and presenting at the CISCAL “Situation de Calle en América Latina” conference in Mexico City in October.

Fuel For The Light (Matthew 24: 42-44)

by Tom McKenna, CM | November 15, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Jesus parable in Matthew’s chapter about the 10 torch-bearing virgins concerns actions to be taken in the face of a delay — for us a delay in the coming of The Lord, Jesus.

Have Catholics Seen Such Polarization Before?

by John Freund, CM | November 15, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

There is so much polarization in our world today. And it is not just political.

Firewood for the Soul: What Are We Busy About?

by Samantha Hill | Jan 22, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

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

A Vincentian Minute: What Why How 01

by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 21, 2024 | Formation

Fr. Rooney speaks about the things we do, and why and how we do it. This week: Folks who are without a home.

From the Contemplation of God to the Love of God • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent

by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | Jan 20, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

"To love God perfectly, to be swallowed up in the contemplation of His Divine Essence, His beauty, His goodness, His...

Advent Reflections (Day 27)

by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 22, 2022 | Formation

Our Advent series examines the virtue of gentleness through daily reflections from the book “Seasons in Spirituality” by Fr. Robert Maloney, C.M.

To Expect Nothing—and Everything: Advent with John of the Cross and Mother Seton

by Lisa Lickona | Dec 22, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

St. John of the Cross and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton teach us how to empty ourselves before God as we journey towards Christmas.

Advent Reflections (Day 26)

by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 21, 2022 | Formation

Our Advent series examines the virtue of gentleness through daily reflections from the book “Seasons in Spirituality” by Fr. Robert Maloney, C.M.

God Is With Us | Week Four

by Emily Stimpson Chapman | Dec 21, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

An Advent Journey with St. Elizabeth Ann Seton | A Five-Part Series. Week Four: God is With Us.

A Vincentian View: A Message for the Baptist

by Pat Griffin, CM | Dec 21, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

Are you surprised when John sends some of his disciples to Jesus to ask him who he is?

How Many Languages Does Mary Speak?

by John Freund, CM | Dec 21, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

In a sense, I have never outgrown the “why” stage of childhood. Parents may realize it is all part of children trying to understand their world.

Advent Reflections (Day 25)

by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 20, 2022 | Formation

Our Advent series examines the virtue of gentleness through daily reflections from the book “Seasons in Spirituality” by Fr. Robert Maloney, C.M.

Contemplate the Baby Lying in the Manger

by Ross Dizon | Dec 20, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus is the Savior, Messiah and Lord. To know and accept him, we first have to contemplate the baby lying in the manger. One can take it, for sure, that the shepherds cannot bear contemplate the very bright light that shine around them. For great fear strikes them....

Vincentian Prayer Images: Contemporary Art 8

by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 20, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

Share your thoughts on a weekly image of St. Vincent de Paul as portrayed by a contemporary artist.