The relationship and collaboration between St. Louise, the Daughters of Charity, the Ladies of Charity, St. Vincent, and the Congregation of the Mission were precursors of today’s Vincentian Family.
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by John Freund, CM | March 17, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
I must admit the above title caught my eye. I never considered Patrick as a Prophet for Social Justice. Wander down this path with Kevin Ahern. You may be surprised.
by Famvin Media Resources | March 16, 2023 | Formation | 0 Comments
St. Vincent and St. Louise speak to us in a brief quote for each day of Lent.
by Famvin Media Resources | March 16, 2023 | Formation | 1 Comment
A video about the apparition of Our Lady, Help of Christians and a reflection on how we can embrace the Blessed Mother’s example during Lent.
by Famvin Media Resources | March 16, 2023 | Formation, Sisters of Charity | 0 Comments
The Martha Justice Ministry Lenten Calendar offers some ideas for daily reflections and actions throughout Lent and leading up to Holy Week.
by Famvin Media Resources | Jul 23, 2023 | Formation
The relationship and collaboration between St. Louise, the Daughters of Charity, the Ladies of Charity, St. Vincent, and the Congregation of the Mission were precursors of today’s Vincentian Family.
by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | Jul 22, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
"So then, if there are any among us who think they’re in the Mission to evangelize poor people but not to alleviate...
by Famvin Media Resources | Jul 21, 2023 | Formation
A presentation about St. Justin de Jacobis (Feast day: July 30), an exceptional model of holiness and missionary life/ Based on an article by Marlio Nasayó Liévano, CM, Province of Colombia.
by Pat Griffin, CM | Apr 14, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
Psalm 19 points in a similar direction and enables us to continue to reflect on Joseph as a just man in relation to the law of his people.
by John Freund, CM | Apr 14, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change, Vincentian Family
When will we really buy into the systemic change of thinking Jesus came to show us?
by Ross Dizon | Apr 13, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus was once dead, but now he lives forever and ever (Rev 1, 18). For God raised him from the dead. May our misgivings not lead us to deny him. It is hard to get rid of misgivings. And misgivings can easily arise even in the hearts of the disciples. But...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 13, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
St. Vincent told the Daughters of Charity: “The first thing you should do when you’ve risen and have begun to dress is to kneel down and adore God.”
by Vincentian Family Office | Apr 12, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
Easter Greetings 2021 of Father Tomaž Mavrič, C.M., the President of the Vincentian Family Executive Committee.
by Famvin Media Resources | Apr 11, 2021 | Formation
“…your principal concern, which God asks especially of you, is to be very attentive in serving the poor, who are our lords. Oh yes, Sisters! They are our masters. That is why you must treat them gently and kindly…” – St. Vincent de Paul
by Donna Geernaert, SC | Apr 11, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
In today’s world where countless organisms have been destroyed or are under threat, the cross of Christ reveals God’s redemptive co-suffering with creation in all its complexity, struggle and pain.
by .famvin | Apr 10, 2021 | Church, Formation, Reflections
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: Fundamental Rights.
by Famvin Media Resources | Apr 9, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
A simple PowerPoint to guide your group step by step in the process of apostolic reflection.