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Blessed Rosalie Rendu: Spiritual and Human Portrait (Feast Day: February 7)
by Famvin Media Resources | February 3, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments
Who was this simple country girl who became a great symbol of Our Lord’s loving mercy toward those who are poor?
Blessed Rosalie Rendu: Heroine Alongside Cholera Victims
by Famvin Media Resources | February 2, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments
Blessed Rosalie Rendu, D.C. was able to remain calm and unshakeable as she organized relief services for her neighbors struck down by disease.
“Insiders” With Closed Minds; “Outsiders” Who Were Open
by John Freund, CM | February 2, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
I don’t think I can ever again read Luke’s account of Jesus’ rejection in his hometown (4:21-30) without thinking of Pope Francis’ homily.
Her Doing Heart: Key Relationships in Elizabeth Seton’s Life (Part 5)
Renewal of vows of the Daughters of Charity explained
by Pauline Lawlor, D.C. | Apr 7, 2024 | Formation
On the feast of the Annunciation (usually March 25 but this year celebrated on April 8), Daughters of Charity all over the world will renew their vows. Why do the Daughters take annual vows? Listen as Sr. Pauline Lawlor, D.C., explains.
Surrounded by Angels
by Don Fulford | Apr 7, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Her story is so remarkable, much like those of many of our members. Their hearts are big, full of faith, and always full of hope.
Weaving God’s Plan • A Weekly Reflection with Ozanam
by Javier F. Chento | Apr 6, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
We, all of us, are like the weavers of the Gobelins, who, following out the pattern of an unknown artist, endeavor to...
Advent Reflections (Day 4)
by Famvin Media Resources | Nov 29, 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.
An Advent Journey With St. Elizabeth Ann Seton | Introduction
by Emily Stimpson Chapman | Nov 29, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Over the next four weeks, the National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton will reflect on Mother Seton’s lifelong journey of Advent. Introduction.
Prepare the Way of the Lord Jesus
by Ross Reyes Dizon | Nov 29, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus is the King who comes to rule the earth with justice. We all have to repent and prepare for his coming. To prepare the way of the Lord, this is what all of John the Baptist’s being and doing is about. To prepare means, first of all, to preach repentance, to...
Vincentian Prayer Images: Contemporary Art 5
by Famvin Media Resources | Nov 29, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of St. Vincent de Paul as portrayed by a contemporary artist.
Advent Reflections (Day 3)
by Famvin Media Resources | Nov 28, 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.
Going to Mary with Mother Seton and St. Catherine Labouré
by Tom Hoopes | Nov 28, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
The Miraculous Medal is a bestseller at religious goods stores worldwide, and has been for more than a century.
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.