Formation
The Way of the Cross: Charity and Passion
by Famvin Media Resources | February 23, 2023 | Formation | 0 Comments
This Way of the Cross correlates a work of mercy with each Station of the Cross, and a quote from St. Louise de Marillac is included with each station.
Journey Through Lent With Saints Vincent and Louise (February 23)
by Famvin Media Resources | February 22, 2023 | Formation | 0 Comments
St. Vincent and St. Louise speak to us in a brief quote for each day of Lent.
Lent 2023: Through the Eyes of Mary, With Father Aidan Rooney, CM
by Famvin Media Resources | February 22, 2023 | Formation | 0 Comments
Welcome to “Lent: Through the Eyes of Mary,” an original video series produced by the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal in collaboration with the Vincentians of the Eastern Province, USA.
Struggles at a Well (John 4:5-42)
by Tom McKenna, CM | February 22, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Some of the traits which come out in the Samaritan woman as she interacts with Jesus at the noonday well could paint her as a hard-hearted and difficult lady.
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Simplicity: my Gospel (St. Vincent de Paul)
by Zeracristos Yosief, C.M. | Jun 19, 2023 | Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
In the context in which we live today, the term ‘simplicity’ can easily seem an outdated, insignificant and trivial term.
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Impact of Every Day Choices
by Fr. Binoy Puthusery, C.M. | Jun 19, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Fulton J. Sheen in his Autobiography, Treasure in Clay Jars, shares an experience which tells us the significance of...
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Doing What God Calls You To Do
by Josephine Lomasney, DC | Jun 17, 2023 | Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
Sister Josephine Lomasney, DC, is a Daughter of Charity currently on mission in Emmitsburg, Maryland and ministering at Mother Seton School.
An American Vincentian Reflections on the USA Election
by Rev. Louis Arceneaux, C.M. | Jan 14, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
It may come as a surprise to some that the result of the Presidential election showed that the Catholic vote was almost evenly divided between Donald Trump and Joseph Biden.
How Much Will Upcoming Evictions Cost You?
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Jan 14, 2021 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
According to the NLIHC and the Innovation for Justice Program, an incident of mass eviction would incur astronomical costs for the general population. In total, they estimate those costs to total somewhere between $62 billion and $129 billion
“Reaching Back”(Mark 1:11)
by Tom McKenna, CM | Jan 13, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
There’s a phrase which often enough appears in stories having to do with someone coming up against his or her limits.
Making Sense Of What Just Happened
by John Freund, CM | Jan 13, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
“Are you the only one in the world who has not heard what is going on in (Washington?)” (Luke 24:18) People from around the world are trying to make sense of recent events. I offer some resources for reflection.
Hide in Jesus Christ and Let Him Fill Us
by Ross Dizon | Jan 12, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus saves us, shelters us and gives us our fill. Those who go to him, and ask to hide in him and to have his fullness, are never disappointed. We are back to the Ordinary Time (OT). Each week only gets the “ordinal” number. Hence, the word “ordinary.” And so,...
Vincentian Prayer Images: Living in the Presence of God
by John Freund, CM | Jan 12, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton reminds us to live in the presence of God.
To Love Another Person is to See the Face of God (Part III)
by .famvin | Jan 11, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
In my previous two posts I had used the words for the musical production of Les Miserables to show how Vincent de Paul, Louise de Marillac, Frederic Ozanam and Pope Francis were convinced of the reality that in loving our neighbor, we came to encounter the face of God. (Part III)
January 11: Blessed Anna Maria Janer
by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 10, 2021 | Formation
Blessed Anna Maria Janer Anglarill was a Spanish nun who established the Sisters of the Holy Family of Urgell, choosing St. Vincent de Paul as a primary patron.
Virtual Service Immersion Reflection #IamVincent
by Chloe Brougham | Jan 9, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
This December, I had the pleasure of going on the first round of virtual service immersions. For four days I zoomed into St. Louis, Missouri to learn about anti-racism through the Vincentian charism.