Formation
A Vincentian Minute: Vincentian Women 02
by Famvin Media Resources | July 21, 2024 | Formation | 1 Comment
Fr. Rooney continues his series on “Vincentian Women.” This week: Madame de Gondi.
To Grieve with the Evils of the Poor • A Weekly Reflection with Ozanam
by Javier F. Chento | July 20, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
July 19, 1813: First Vows of the Sisters of Charity of St. Joseph’s in Emmitsburg, Maryland, USA
by Famvin Media Resources | July 19, 2024 | Formation, Sisters of Charity | 0 Comments
On July 19, 1813, vows were pronounced for the first time by Elizabeth Ann Seton and 17 other Sisters of Charity of St. Joseph’s who adapted the vow formula of the French Daughters of Charity.
If Moccasins Could Speak!
by John Freund, CM | July 19, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Have you ever walked a mile in another’s moccasins? … in the moccasins of their sufferings?
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The Root Causes of Homelessness Today
by John Berry | Jul 28, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
But either way you cut it, clearing or criminalizing homeless encampments will do little to solve our nation’s homelessness crisis.
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Priests Committed to the Poor and the Needy • A Weekly Reflection with Ozanam
by Javier F. Chento | Jul 27, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Priests, do not be offended at the freedom of speech which a layman uses in appealing to your zeal. [...] Mistrust...
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Remembering Venerable Felix De Andreis, C.M.
by Famvin Media Resources | Jul 26, 2024 | Formation
The Association of the Miraculous Medal of Perryville, Missouri published an article entitled “Remembering Venerable Felix De Andreis, C.M., First Superior of the Congregation of the Mission in the United States” in their Spring Bulletin 2024.
The Pope Video • For those fleeing their own countries
by .famvin | Jun 8, 2024 | Church, Formation, Reflections
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: For those fleeing their own countries.
“Unknown Caller”… the Body of Christ
by John Freund, CM | Jun 7, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Do we really listen to the calls of the poor… or send their cries to voicemail or spam folders?
Sisters of Charity of Nazareth Video: Global Justice Committee
by .famvin | Jun 6, 2024 | Formation, Sisters of Charity
The Global Justice Committee of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth hosted a Zoom panel sharing and discussion on June 4, 2024, on the 2023 General Assembly Commitment of responding to the needs of oppressed and marginalized persons.
The Heart of Jesus in the Spirituality of St. Louise de Marillac
by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 6, 2024 | Formation
‘Learn from me, for I am gentle and humble of heart.’ was a Scripture verse that Louise and Vincent loved to quote.
Strengthening Our Mission: The Power of Collaboration in the Society of St. Vincent de Paul
by Shirley Smalley | Jun 6, 2024 | Formation, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Our vocation calls us to reach out and serve beside other people of good will to help relieve poverty and injustice.
Following Mother Seton’s Path Into the Sacred Heart of Jesus
by Lisa Lickona | Jun 5, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Devotion to the Sacred Heart teaches us that the way of the saints is not about an abstract ideal or rules for life, but about the unfathomable love of God, who we embrace—blood, sweat and all. The objection I often feel when I see a picture honoring the Sacred Heart...
A Vincentian View: On the Way for a Visit
by Pat Griffin, CM | Jun 5, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
On the campus of both Niagara University and St. John’s University, identical life-size metal statues of the Blessed Mother stand outside in grassed areas.
Learning To See As God Sees
by John Freund, CM | Jun 5, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Reading Francis’ seven short reflections, I was able to shift my focus and see more clearly what each of these seven gifts look like.
Contemplation: A Culture of Encounter
by Tim Williams | Jun 4, 2024 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
This post originally appeared on ssvpusa.org The Society of St. Vincent de Paul and the Home Visit both were formed when Frédéric Ozanam declared in 1833 that “we must do what Our Lord Jesus Christ did” and “go to the poor.” [Baunard, 65] The very first Rule in 1835...