Formation
St. Louise de Marillac: Faith experienced through love
by Famvin Media Resources | May 5, 2023 | Formation | 0 Comments
Louise de Marillac moved from an individual faith to the more universal faith of a Daughter of Charity.
Have a Special Place? Does It Matter?
by John Freund, CM | May 5, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
You know the place! A place that helps you feel a sense of comfort, identity, inspiration… whatever you need at that moment! A place where you are nourished and grow. Let’s explore why such places are important in each of our lives.
A Canadian View: A Spring Renewal
by Jim Paddon | May 4, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Another spring is upon us with all of its hopes for renewal, whether in our faiths, nature, sports, politics, or family.
Inside The Fold (John 10:1-10)
by Tom McKenna, CM | May 3, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
Preparing for this Sunday, which is often called Good Shepherd Sunday, I came across a description of the things a shepherd in Jesus’ time would do to care for his — or her — sheep.
A Vincentian Minute: Habits 06
by Famvin Media Resources | Sep 3, 2023 | Formation
Fr. Rooney’s summer series on Vincentian “habits” of spirituality talks about the habit of cultivating gentleness.
Blessed Frederic Ozanam: Pioneer in Catholic Social Teaching
by Famvin Media Resources | Sep 3, 2023 | Formation
In this video, Rev. Aidan Rooney, C.M. takes us through Blessed Frederic and Catholic Social Teaching, principle by principle.
Attribute All to God • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent
by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | Sep 2, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
“But what is the Spirit of Our Lord? It’s a spirit of perfect charity, filled with a marvelous esteem of the Divinity...
Me-ism In Our World … and Church
by John Freund, CM | Sep 8, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
Me-ism! A lens to understand our world, church… and the three year “synodal process” beginning October 2021.
“Saint Vincent de Paul: a mystic of charity” … reflection by Fr. Hugh O’Donnell
by Vincentian Family Office | Sep 7, 2021 | Formation
The meeting of the leaders of the Vincentian Family will take place (in a virtual manner) on September 16 and 17. For this occasion, we have prepared a video on "Saint Vincent as a mystic of charity" ... a reflection offered by Fr. Hugh O'Donnell, CM. This video is...
Rumors, No; Intimate Knowledge, Yes
by Ross Dizon | Sep 7, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus is the Christ, the Messiah, the Anointed. To know and confess him so is to go beyond rumors; it is to live and die like him. There are rumors that Jesus is John the Baptist who is back to life. Or is Elijah who is expected to come before the Day of the Lord...
Vincentian Prayer Images: What Moved Saint Vincent? X
by John Freund, CM | Sep 7, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
What is a disciple of Vincent called to be?
We Are One
by Asuncion Marchan | Sep 6, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
Participation of the missionaries in the condition of the poor, so that we not only attend their evangelization, but that we ourselves are evangelized by them.
“Youth and Life” Home in Cuautla de Morelos (Mexico)
by Vincentian Family Office | Sep 6, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
“Youth and Life” is a civil association founded in 2002 by Father Miguel Blázquez Avix, CM dedicated to protecting at risk children by providing them with a home.
The Pope Video • An Environmentally Sustainable Lifestyle
by .famvin | Sep 4, 2021 | Church, Formation, Reflections
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: An Environmentally Sustainable Lifestyle.
From DePaul University: Helping Students Experiencing Food Insecurity
by Famvin Media Resources | Sep 3, 2021 | Formation
In this video from their “Seeds of the Mission” series, Rick Moreci, Director of Housing, Dining, and Student Centers at Depaul University, talks about their student Food Pantry.
Which Labor Day Are You Celebrating?
by John Freund, CM | Sep 3, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
Is Labor Day the last hurrah of summer? The weekend to catch supposedly fantastic sales? A recognition of the dignity of work? It is all that and more!