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A Vincentian Minute: Vincentian Wordplay 06 and 07
by Famvin Media Resources | May 12, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments
Fr. Rooney reflects on the multiple meanings of “Vincentian” words. This week: Advocacy, and Social Change.
Faith: an Act of Will • A Weekly Reflection with Ozanam
by Javier F. Chento | May 11, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
John Joseph Lynch C.M., First Archbishop of Toronto
by Famvin Media Resources | May 10, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments
Learn about Archbishop John Joseph Lynch, C.M., who died on May 12, 1888.
The Ascension: What Mother Seton Found in the Sky
by Tom Hoopes | May 10, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
What does the Ascension of the Lord mean for the world and for our own lives? The answer can be found in the faith journey of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, who kept her gaze firmly fixed on Jesus, through time and eternity.
A Vincentian Minute: The Fire Inside
by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 11, 2023 | Formation
“Living in Imitation of the Trinity” – Fr. Rooney continues a short series on the special feasts in the wake of the celebration of Pentecost.
“How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time” Reflection on Vincentian Virtues
by Zeracristos Yosief, C.M. | Jun 11, 2023 | Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
To the question “how do you eat an elephant?” a wise man answered “one bite at a time.”
Relive the Beatification Ceremony for Frederic Ozanam (Video)
by Famvin Media Resources | Apr 23, 2021 | Formation
A video produced by the SVdP USA lets you experience the sights and sounds of being in Paris for the beatification ceremony which took place during the World Youth Days, 1997.
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.”