Formation
Echoes (Luke 12:35-38)
by Tom McKenna, CM | November 1, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 2 Comments
I’ve always had a liking for country music. One of the special effects its singers use is what might be called echoing.
Unfinished Family Business?
by John Freund, CM | November 1, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Have you had someone close to you die? One with whom you had unfinished business?
Slaves in the Same Way as Jesus
by Ross Dizon | October 31, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 28
by Famvin Media Resources | October 31, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.
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“Let us choose life; let us choose the future.”
by Sr. Carol De Angelo | Jan 11, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
“Let us choose life; let us choose the future.” Pope Francis’ plea to decision makers and participants at COP28 and to all of us has been resonating in my heart.
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Leaving No One Behind: A Promise and a Challenge for our Age
by Dr. Linda M. Sama | Jan 11, 2024 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
How can we leave anyone behind? How can we turn our backs on those who need us most?
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Her Doing Heart: Key Relationships in Elizabeth Seton’s Life (Part 2)
by .famvin | Jan 10, 2024 | Formation
Sr. Margaret John Kelly, DC, wrote the following excellent article on Mother Seton. In this series we present her article in six parts. (Part 2)
A Vincentian Minute: Windows on Saint Vincent’s Vision (Part 4)
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 4, 2022 | Formation
In this series Fr. Rooney explores Fr. Jack Melito, CM’s inquiries into the experiences that shaped Vincent de Paul’s life.
Systemic Change Commission Advent Reflection, Charity and Justice
by .famvin | Dec 4, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
In preparation for Christmas the Systemic Change Commission invites you to a weekly offering of Advent Reflections. Charity and Justice.
Advent Reflections (Day 8)
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 3, 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 7)
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 2, 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.
Foundation Day: Sisters Celebrating 200 Years at Nazareth, 75 Years in India
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 2, 2022 | Formation, Sisters of Charity, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
A virtual prayer service was held on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022, in recognition of Foundation Day and the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth’s 200 years at Nazareth and 75 years in India.
A Time For Thanks
by .famvin | Dec 2, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
At this special time of the year when our thoughts turn to giving thanks, it is appropriate to reflect on the many reasons Vincentians have to be grateful.
Gratitude for Blessings in Disguise?
by John Freund, CM | Dec 2, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
There is a story about an old Chinese farmer who lived in ancient times. He was the envy of his rather small village because unlike most of the other farmers, he possessed a horse.
Advent Reflections (Day 6)
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 1, 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 Canadian View: Reflections
by Jim Paddon | Dec 1, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
One definition of the word reflection is “an image as seen in a mirror.” In addition, we often use this term to reflect on a prayer or other topical subject.