Formation

Testimonies from the Latin American Missionary Encounter

by Karla Escobar | June 1, 2023 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Marian Youth | 0 Comments

The Missionary Encounter for the American Continent (EMLA), organized by the Vincentian Marian Youth (VMY), took place in Honduras from January 13 to 28, 2023.

The Way (John 14:1-12)

by Tom McKenna, CM | May 31, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Rereading Andre Dodin’s biography of Saint Vincent de Paul recently, I was struck with the phrase he used to weave together the various threads of Vincent’s life.

What Fire Do You Feed?

by John Freund, CM | May 31, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Feeding a fire! Who, me? Yes! … And me!

Savor the Love that God Has for Us

by Ross Dizon | May 30, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

Jesus shows the depth of God’s love to the end. To savor such love is to know the One who creates us and is with us and makes us breathe. Those who cherish the law, the Torah, savor it, for they find it to be sweeter than honey. So, Jesus who fulfills the law and...

Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 22

by Famvin Media Resources | Sep 19, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

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

A Vincentian Minute: Things About Vincent 01

by Famvin Media Resources | Sep 17, 2023 | Formation

Fr. Rooney talks about St. Vincent de Paul during the month of September, also known as “Vincentian Month”.

NEW Museum & Visitor Center Opens Friday at the Seton Shrine

by .famvin | Sep 17, 2023 | Formation

Immerse yourself in the inspiring story of one of America’s saints at the new Seton Shrine Museum and Visitor Center.

Kingly and Faithful Witnesses to the Truth

by Ross Dizon | Nov 16, 2021 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus is the King that God has raised. Hence, his kingdom is not from this world of lies. And he expects his disciples to be kingly witnesses to the truth as he. Jesus says before Pilate that he is King. But he makes clear his kingdom is not of this world. It is...

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

by John Freund, CM | Nov 16, 2021 | Formation, Reflections

“…the Kingdom of God is near and that Kingdom is for [the poor].”

A Vincentian Minute: Vincentian Discernment, A Final Note

by Famvin Media Resources | Nov 14, 2021 | Formation

Fr. Rooney wraps up this little series by explaining how Vincentian principles of discernment must be applied to organizations as well.

New video in the Seton Shrine’s Seeker to Saint series: “The Cost of Conversion”

by .famvin | Nov 13, 2021 | Formation, Reflections

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton’s decision to enter the Catholic faith was heroic and extraordinary.

Vincentian Partnership for Social Justice, Ireland

by Famvin Media Resources | Nov 12, 2021 | Formation, News, Other Branch News

Learn about the Vincentian Partnership for Social Justice in this video produced by Vincentian Family Ireland.

Our Unfinished Business – All Saints and All Souls

by John Freund, CM | Nov 12, 2021 | Formation, Reflections

In recent years I have reflected on that wonderful phrase of Pope Francis – “the saints next door.”

A Vincentian View: The Guardian

by Pat Griffin, CM | Nov 10, 2021 | Formation, Reflections

I like the term “guardian.” It has an association with St. Joseph. Frequently he receives the title “Guardian of the Lord” and “Guardian of the Holy Family.”