Formation

How Have You Changed?

by John Freund, CM | August 2, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

The question “How have you changed” is more complicated than you might realize! Before you answer, listen to this story.

God-with-us in Our Joys and Our Griefs

by Ross Dizon | August 1, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Jesus, God-with-us, is the first of the brothers and sisters who rejoice with those who rejoice and weep with those who weep. There is a report that fewer folks in the U.S. believe in God and, one can guess, in God-with-us. For the number of believers in the U.S. is...

Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 15

by Famvin Media Resources | August 1, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.

Mortification: a Forgotten Virtue?

by Zeracristos Yosief, C.M. | July 31, 2023 | Formation | 0 Comments

Introduction “Convince yourself that you will not enter into savour and sweetness of spirit unless you give yourself to the mortification of everything you desire,” said the mystic St John of the Cross. The savour and sweetness of spirit, therefore, will never be...

A Vincentian Minute: Praying with Vincent On Evangelization

by Famvin Media Resources | Nov 5, 2023 | Formation

Fr. Rooney reveals the way Vincent prayed, through Vincent’s own words. This week: What do I need to evangelize?

Preaching with Simplicity • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent

by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | Nov 4, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

"How did the Apostles preach? Very plainly, simply, and familiarly. That’s our style of preaching, too: plainly and...

Anecdotes of the Vincentian Family: Ozanam, Edified by the Piety of the Great

by Javier F. Chento | Nov 4, 2023 | Formation

After some adventures, soon after Frédéric arrived to Paris at age 18, he ended staying at André Marie Ampère's home,...

Entering the Mysteries of Holy Week With Mother Seton

by Seton Shrine | Apr 12, 2022 | Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice

The rituals of Holy Week evolved over centuries to help us enter more deeply into the Paschal Mystery of Jesus Christ. Through her own experiences of suffering and joy, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton’s life was a mirror of Christ’s Passion and Resurrection. During Holy...

Vincentian Prayer Images: One of the Great Saints of History XXVIII

by John Freund, CM | Apr 12, 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.

Lenten Video Series, Day 35: Have Your Way

by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Apr 11, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

Hardships and unwanted sacrifices will not cease, but you will learn how to overcome them.

A Vincentian Minute: Things to repent about – 2

by Famvin Media Resources | Apr 10, 2022 | Formation

Fr. Rooney talks about issues for which the Vincentian Family needs to lead a cry for repentance. This week: Sometimes we take the easy way, even though it’s a good thing!

The Pope Video • For Health Care Workers

by .famvin | Apr 10, 2022 | Church, Formation, Reflections

“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: For Health Care Workers.

Lenten Video Series, Day 34: The Big Picture

by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Apr 9, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

Faith played an enormous role in the building of America. Our ancestors made enormous sacrifices for us to be here today. Patrick Shea believes we’re all here for a reason, and we need to set ourselves on a righteous path.