Formation
Mary Finally Knows
by John Freund, CM | August 16, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
The question, “Mary did you know” dates from 1984. Mark Lowry wrote the the lyrics for “Mary, Did You Know?” I find the lyrics raise questions I did not know I wanted to ask Mary.
Foreigners No Longer, But Citizens Rather
by Ross Dizon | August 15, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Jesus, our peace, makes one the Jews and those who are not Jews: the foreigners. He tears down, through the cross, the wall of hate that separates them.
Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 17
by Famvin Media Resources | August 15, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.
Let Us Be On Our Way
by Fr. Binoy Puthusery, C.M. | August 14, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
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Themes for our common advocacy on homelessness
by Lydia Stazen, IGH | Nov 16, 2023 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
IGH staff had the privilege of attending and presenting at the CISCAL “Situation de Calle en América Latina” conference in Mexico City in October.
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Fuel For The Light (Matthew 24: 42-44)
by Tom McKenna, CM | Nov 15, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus parable in Matthew’s chapter about the 10 torch-bearing virgins concerns actions to be taken in the face of a delay — for us a delay in the coming of The Lord, Jesus.
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Have Catholics Seen Such Polarization Before?
by John Freund, CM | Nov 15, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
There is so much polarization in our world today. And it is not just political.
Mayday! Mayday! – Pope Francis and Vincentian Voices
by John Freund, CM | May 11, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Mayday! Mayday! It’s the call that no airplane pilot or ship’s captain ever wants to make. Why? Because it means trouble. Big trouble!
Distinctive Mark of Christ’s Disciples
by Ross Dizon | May 10, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus is the proof that God loves us. Sent by God, he teaches us to love. He makes love the Christians’ distinctive mark and the means of salvation. Judas leaves so as to carry out fully the betrayal. And this treasonous leave is a distinctive sign that Jesus’ hour...
Vincentian Prayer Images: One of the Great Saints of History XXXII
by John Freund, CM | May 10, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
One of the reasons for Saint Vincent de Paul to be considered a key figure in the history of the holiness of the Church is his style of living his vocation. Each week we will present an example.
To the Virgin Mary With Saint Louise (Video)
by Famvin Media Resources | May 8, 2022 | Formation
A new video by the Daughters of Charity International is appropriate for both Mary’s Month of May and the Feast of St. Louise.
Wicked Questions Lead to Reflection on Mental Health in Service
by Julia Gerwe | May 8, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
My years of service have taught me the importance of asking wicked questions.
Multi-faceted Louise de Marillac: “A Saint for Everyone” (Video)
by Famvin Media Resources | May 7, 2022 | Formation
On May 9 we will celebrate the feast day of Saint Louise de Marillac. Learn more in this video by the Daughters of Charity International.
St. Louise de Marillac: An Outgoing Woman Full of Tenderness
by Famvin Media Resources | May 6, 2022 | Formation
One of the most outstanding and perhaps least commented upon aspects of St. Louise’s character is her tenderness.
A Vincentian Woman “Out of the Shade”
by Famvin Media Resources | May 6, 2022 | Formation
A reflection by Sr. Betty Ann McNeil, D.C. about Saint Louise as an unlikely agent of social transformation.
A Polarized Church – Then and Now
by John Freund, CM | May 6, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Often, history can be boring. It seems little connected to our lives. That is unless it is our history!