Formation

NATO As No Action – Talk Only

by John Freund, CM | October 27, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

In this Mindwalk, I would like to explore this alternate definition of the acronym usually associated with the North Atlantic Treaty Organization.

Video – The Saint and the Duchess: Collaboration at the Heart of Vincentian Heritage

by .famvin | October 26, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

Bronwen McShea, scholar of 17th century religious and political history, presents “The Saint and the Duchess: Collaboration at the Heart of Vincentian Heritage.”

A Vincentian View: Shalom

by Pat Griffin, CM | October 25, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Have you been praying for peace in these days? I hope so. I certainly have. As I do so, I find myself reflecting on the meaning of the word “peace” and what it means for the Christian.

Shocking document bishops signed in the Catacombs 60 years ago

by John Freund, CM | October 25, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 3 Comments

I did not have any special expectations of Vatican II when I was ordained just months before the Council concluded. Pope St. John XXIII certainly had expectations of Vatican II!

Blessed Anna Maria Janer Anglarill (January 11)

by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 7, 2024 | Formation

This week we celebrate Blessed Anna Maria Janer Anglarill who established the Sisters of the Holy Family of Urgell, a branch of the Vincentian Family.

On the Edge of a Heart Attack • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent

by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | Jan 6, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

"The souls of poor persons have the image of God imprinted upon them, and therefore we're bound to honor the Blessed...

January 7: Blessed Lindalva Justo de Oliveira, D.C.

by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 6, 2024 | Formation

From the International Daughters of Charity website, "Sister Lindalva was the first woman to be beatified in Brazil....

International Day for the Elimination of Violence to Women

by .famvin | Nov 28, 2022 | Formation

November 25th of each year is the “International Day for the Elimination of Violence to Women.” This day also marks the beginning of a 16-day journey to promote awareness of violence and ends on December 10th with “International Human Rights Day.”

A Vincentian Minute: Windows on Saint Vincent’s Vision (Part 3)

by Famvin Media Resources | Nov 27, 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 2)

by Famvin Media Resources | Nov 27, 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 1)

by Famvin Media Resources | Nov 26, 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, Vincentian Spirituality

by .famvin | Nov 26, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

In preparation for Christmas the Systemic Change Commission invites you to a weekly offering of Advent Reflections. Vincentian Spirituality.

The Missionary Vocation of the Church and the Congregation of the Mission

by Zeracristos Yosief, C.M. | Nov 26, 2022 | Formation

St. Vincent, four centuries before Pope Francis, reminded his sons and daughters that their dignity and identity is found in their being “missionaries of Jesus Christ.”

I’m Glad God Didn’t Listen to Some Naysayers

by John Freund, CM | Nov 25, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

It is a variation of an ancient story. Humans were making a mess. They forgot that they were all sisters and brothers. They each were looking out for themselves and their immediate “blood family.”