Formation
Was Jesus an “Either/Or” …or… a “Both/And” Thinker?
by John Freund, CM | May 12, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Last weekend Catholics read the same Gospel passage in church Friday and Sunday. Both times I had the same reaction. I never got past the first line. “Do not let your hearts be troubled?”
As policies are reviewed who is overlooked in the data?
by Pamela Matambanadzo | May 11, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
It seems like a lifetime ago when we were in the throes of the pandemic. We wore masks and went about attempting to sanitize the world against a virus we knew very little about.
A Vincentian View: Good Friends
by Pat Griffin, CM | May 10, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
We celebrate the Solemnity of Saint Louise de Marillac on May 9th. This feast invites us to think of Louise, her gifts, and her ministry. Sometimes, I get caught up in a sidebar reflection.
Surprised By Vincentian Elements at the Coronation!
by John Freund, CM | May 10, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 2 Comments
I never expected to hear St. Vincent dePaul speaking at the coronation of King Charles III! My ears perked up at the proclamation of what many refer to as the Vincentian Gospel (Luke 4:16).
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Daughters of Charity Services Launches Vincentian Values Week 2023
by Daughters of Charity Services | Sep 7, 2023 | Formation, News
Vincentian Values Week is set to launch later this month, running from September 25 – 29.
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A Very Personal Question (Matthew 16:13-20)
by Tom McKenna, CM | Sep 6, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
To get at a pivotal question in Matthew’s 23rd chapter, consider the distinction between two types of answers, one standard and the other personal.
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What Does Labor Day Mean For You?
by John Freund, CM | Sep 6, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Men and women may have different associations with the word “labor.” Men might think of labor in terms of a “ job.” Women might be more inclined to think of the “labor”in the context of giving birth. Today, I want to explore a deeper meaning of what we call Labor Day.
Vincentian Prayer Images: What Moved Saint Vincent? XII
by John Freund, CM | Sep 21, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
“We really must give ourselves to God…”
Flood relief work in Mumbai
by Addie Woods | Sep 20, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
When the monsoon hit the western part of India, no one expected the rains to be as deadly as they turned out to be.
Letter from Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, CM, on the Occasion of the Feast of St. Vincent de Paul 2021
by Vincentian Family Office | Sep 20, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, CM has sent a reflection to the entire Vincentian Family on the occasion of the feast of Saint Vincent de Paul on September 27.
A Vincentian Minute: 3 things about Elizabeth Ann Seton
by Famvin Media Resources | Sep 19, 2021 | Formation
Fr. Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. presents: three things about Elizabeth Ann Seton
Daughters of Charity Services Launches Vincentian Values Week 2021
by Riana Brown | Sep 18, 2021 | Formation, News
A new national campaign Vincentian Values Week is set to launch later this month, running from September 27 – October 1.
St. Vincent de Paul: One of the great saints of history (Part 3)
by Famvin Media Resources | Sep 17, 2021 | Formation
Father José María Román, C.M. explains why Saint Vincent de Paul is to be considered a key figure in the history of the holiness of the Church. (Part 3 of 3)
Is “OUR Father” a Challenging Prayer?
by John Freund, CM | Sep 17, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
Is “Our Father” a Challenging Prayer? It was for the early Church. Pope Francis thinks it is a challenge for today. Let’s listen to voices we don’t normally listen to.
Why Does She Stay?
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Sep 16, 2021 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
“Why does she stay?” It’s a simple question. The answer is not. Bottom line… If a victim must choose between abuse in their home or the high risk of abuse on the street, it’s a stretch to think they are better off on the street.
Serving migrant families
by Dana Hinton | Sep 16, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
Chris Kunze, SCN, shares her experiences with the Casa Alitas Program in Arizona.