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Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 30
by Famvin Media Resources | November 14, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.
A Vincentian Minute: Praying with Vincent About Mortification
by Famvin Media Resources | November 12, 2023 | Formation | 1 Comment
Fr. Rooney reveals the way Vincent prayed, through Vincent’s own words. This week: for mortification.
Knowing How To Ask In Order To Learn How To Give • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent
by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | November 11, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Anecdotes of the Vincentian Family: Ozanam and Money from Protestants
by Javier F. Chento | November 11, 2023 | Formation | 0 Comments
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First Known Published Account of the Congregation of the Mission
by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 19, 2024 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation
This brief history of the Congregation of the Mission by an anonymous author is the first known published account (1656).
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Your Favorite Image of God
by John Freund, CM | Jan 19, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Every family has favorites. Actually, there may be many favorites in a family depending on who you ask and their level of honesty.
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The birth of Jesus continues to change the world!
by Valentyna Ryabushko, D.C. | Jan 18, 2024 | Conflict in Ukraine, Formation
Christmas – what do Ukrainians today associate with this holiday? When does the preparation begin and how long does it last?
God Among Us (video)
by Vincentian Family Office | Dec 19, 2022 | Formation
One of the central mysteries of Saint Vincent de Paul’s spirituality is the Incarnation.
Vincent de Paul: A groundbreaking humanitarian
by Keltoum Irbah | Dec 19, 2022 | Formation
More than 350 years after his death in 1660, the life and trailblazing humanitarian work of Vincent de Paul – canonised in 1737– continues to be celebrated.
A Vincentian Minute: Windows on Saint Vincent’s Vision (Part 6)
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 18, 2022 | Formation
In this series Fr. Rooney explores Fr. Jack Melito, CM’s inquiries into the experiences that shaped Vincent de Paul’s life.
Advent Reflections (Day 23)
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 18, 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.
Systemic Change Commission Advent Reflection, Collaboration for Social Impact
by .famvin | Dec 18, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
In preparation for Christmas the Systemic Change Commission invites you to a weekly offering of Advent Reflections. Collaboration for Social Impact.
Advent Reflections (Day 22)
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 17, 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.
Advent Reflections (Day 21)
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 16, 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.
A Missionary Christmas Story for Advent Reflection
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 16, 2022 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation, Reflections
Reflection on this story from my past history as a missionary has helped me to grasp more fully the understanding of Advent as the great mystery which leads us to the celebration of the Incarnation of Christ at Christmas. By Fr. Gregory Gay, C.M.
Should You Rethink How You Think?
by John Freund, CM | Dec 16, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Sometimes it seems that everybody wants to change our way of thinking. That has probably always been true. But it certainly feels truer now in our polarized times.