“Our contemplation of the crucified Lord can not remain merely a pious exercise…” – Fr. Robert Maloney, C.M.
Formation
Crucified Love
by Famvin Media Resources | March 15, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments
“The Lenten season offers us once again an opportunity to reflect upon the very heart of Christian life: charity.” – Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger, Benedict XVI
Mary’s Magnificat and God’s Dangerous Dream
by John Freund, CM | March 15, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
This title of Mary Mother of the Church takes us beyond the magnificent privilege of her being chosen as the mother of Jesus.
Lenten Conferences of Fr. Lacordaire No. 20
The Northern Missions
by Sister Susan Smolinsky, SC | March 14, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
The Sisters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul, Halifax served in the northern missions of Canada in cities, towns and villages.
Lenten Conferences of Fr. Lacordaire No. 25
by .famvin | Mar 22, 2024 | Formation
Lenten Series of reflections taken from the Conferences of the Rev. Lacordaire.
Which are you? A “Whack-a-mole” or “Big picture” Person?
by John Freund, CM | Mar 22, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
It occurs to me that there are two approaches to problem-solving. – “Whack-a-mole” and “Big Picture.”
From Global Advocacy to Action: Developing Homelessness Prevention Policies and Programs
by Julia Wagner, IGH | Feb 8, 2024 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
Stakeholders, including the United Nations, advocate for expanding prevention strategies to avert future homelessness.
Her Doing Heart: Key Relationships in Elizabeth Seton’s Life (Part 6)
by .famvin | Feb 7, 2024 | Formation
Sr. Margaret John Kelly, DC, wrote the following excellent article on Mother Seton. In this series we present her article in six parts. (Part 6)
Inside Authority (Mark 1: 21-28)
by Tom McKenna, CM | Feb 7, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
There is a phase to describe what often happens when somebody who is believable begins to talk: “When he or she stands up to speak, everybody listens!”
Master Class – Encounter Between Old and Young
by John Freund, CM | Feb 7, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Upon seeing the Lord enter his temple, they are enlightened by the Holy Spirit and recognize him as the child whom Mary carries in her arms. They had been waiting for him all their lives.
February 7 – Feast of Blessed Rosalie Rendu, D.C.
by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 6, 2024 | Formation
A presentation: Five Faces of Rosalie Rendu by Fr. Robert Maloney, C.M.
Anger that Is Just and Constructive as Jesus’
by Ross Dizon | Feb 6, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus brings in the kingdom of God and his justice. So, his anger blazes as he sees us looking out for just our own interests, not caring about those who are poor. A leper comes to Jesus, kneels down and begs him: “If you wish, you can make me clean.” The account...
Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 42
by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 6, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.
Leave God for God
by Mary Frances Jaster | Feb 5, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
What meaning does this have for MISEVI today as we prepare for an Extraordinary Assembly in Bogota, Colombia in April of this year? How are we called to “leave God for God?”
Firewood for the Soul: Comfort in others
by Samantha Hill | Feb 5, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.