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“Journey of the Heart” Lenten Video Series from Basilica Shrine of the Miraculous Medal – Part 8
Lift up the Son of Man on the Cross
by Ross Reyes Dizon | March 5, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Lenten Conferences of Fr. Lacordaire No. 12
Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 46
by Famvin Media Resources | March 5, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.
Vincentian Mothers – “Saints” and “Saints Next Door”
by John Freund, CM | May 15, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
This Mindwalk follows up with a look at Vincentian mothers who mentored dreams.
Contemplation: Invitation to Grow
by Tim Williams | May 14, 2024 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
This post originally appeared on ssvpusa.org Why did you join the Society of St. Vincent de Paul? And why do you stay?...
Advocate, Teach, Remind and Lead
by Ross Reyes Dizon | May 14, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus sends us the Holy Spirit from the Father. This Spirit of truth is upon us to advocate for us who are weak but...
A Canadian View: What Is Good Governance?
by Jim Paddon | Feb 2, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
As Vincentians our first and foremost goal is the relief of poverty across the world. We are ready to act and assist our neighbours in need in every way we can.
A Vincentian View: Out of your Mind
by Pat Griffin, CM | Feb 1, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Has anyone ever accused you of being “out of your mind?”
Where Would You Begin?
by John Freund, CM | Feb 1, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Today I ask you to imagine where you might expect Jesus would begin his mission and who would he choose?
Delight the Earth and Enlighten the World
by Ross Reyes Dizon | Jan 31, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus is the great light that shines on those who walk in the dark. He is the delight of those who live in the land of gloom. As God’s wisdom, Jesus rejoices in the earth and finds his delight in humans (see Prov 8, 31). And, of course, for him to be with us also...
Vincentian Prayer Images: Contemporary Art 14
by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 31, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of St. Vincent de Paul as portrayed by a contemporary artist.
A Vincentian Minute: Windows on Saint Vincent’s Vision (Part 11)
by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 29, 2023 | Formation
In this series Fr. Rooney explores Fr. Jack Melito, CM’s inquiries into the experiences that shaped Vincent de Paul’s life.
The Story of the Daughters of Charity, Martyrs of Angers (Feast Day: February 1)
by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 27, 2023 | Formation
The story of Bl. Marie-Anne Vaillot and Bl. Odile Baumgarten, Daughters of Charity martyred during the French Revolution on February 1, 1794.
Imagine That!
by John Freund, CM | Jan 27, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
But let’s look at God’s imagination and the imagination of St. Vincent de Paul.
For Mother Seton and St. Francis de Sales, There Are No Ordinary Virtues
by Anna O'Neil | Jan 26, 2023 | Formation
Often the greatest saints practice the smallest and most simple virtues. Inspired by the spiritual writings of Francis de Sales, the saint of everyday holiness, Mother Seton put his teachings into practice as she treaded forward on her own path to sainthood.