Feeding a fire! Who, me? Yes! … And me!
Formation
Lent 2023: Our Lady of La Salette, With Father Flavio Gillio
by Famvin Media Resources | February 24, 2023 | Formation | 1 Comment
Video on the apparition of Our Lady of La Salette with a reflection on how we can embrace the Blessed Mother’s example during Lent.
Lent: Living Out the Vincentian Virtues
by Famvin Media Resources | February 24, 2023 | Formation | 0 Comments
This presentation for your reflection during Lent is taken from a Lenten letter of former Superior General Fr. Gregory Gay, C.M.
The Sisters’ Role in the Early Education of Black Students
by Kacie Emmerson | February 24, 2023 | Formation | 0 Comments
The legacy of African American Catholic schools of the south and the Sisters who staffed them is a shining example of how education can empower and uplift communities.
“I Forgot To Wear My Hearing Aids”
by John Freund, CM | February 24, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
The challenge during Lent is to make sure we take time to listen to the God who speaks in the ordinariness and messiness of our daily lives.
Savor the Love that God Has for Us
by Ross Dizon | May 30, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
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...
Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 6
by Famvin Media Resources | May 30, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.
Can You Put Yourself In This Picture?
by John Freund, CM | Apr 23, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
I am not an Ethiopian at the beginning of a thousand-mile journey. Actually, I am on a lifelong journey of trying to “put on the mind of Christ,” to see things as Jesus, the stranger in my life, sees them.
A Canadian View: Diversity is a Fact….Inclusion is an Act
by Jim Paddon | Apr 22, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
As a Canadian, I know for myself and perhaps others, we tend to think systemic racism only exists in other countries but if we look at it from within our borders, we can see it exists here too.
A Homeless Stereotype Blown Out of the Water
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Apr 22, 2021 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
A Homeless Stereotype Blown Out of the Water
Sustainable Development Goals, 7 and 8
by Jim Claffey | Apr 22, 2021 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
Learning about the SDGs and understanding their significance is an important first step as together, creatively, we search for the most effective ways to advocate for these aspects of social justice.
“First Generation Disciples”(John 10: 14-15)
by Tom McKenna, CM | Apr 21, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
“Handing on the tradition” is a phrase often connected with matters of faith.
Systemic Change Calls For Paying Attention
by John Freund, CM | Apr 21, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
There are things we see but don’t pay attention to.
Lead God’s Flock in the Same Way as Jesus
by Ross Dizon | Apr 20, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus shows what God does to lead his flock. And so, he also gives a model for his shepherds. The crowds longed for someone to lead them out of the mess, a Messiah to guide a people in trouble. But they ended up disappointed since they did not want a suffering...
Vincentian Prayer Images: Walking Through Each Day with St. Vincent VI
by John Freund, CM | Apr 20, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
St. Vincent told the Daughters of Charity: “When you’ve finished dressing and have made your bed, you’ll begin your mental prayer.”
Frederic Ozanam… Actively Engaged… Charity and Justice
by Famvin Media Resources | Apr 18, 2021 | Formation, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
A video describes 5 elements of bringing charity and justice to the public sphere.