Formation

Evangelizers of New Lands: Saints Cyril and Methodius, and Elizabeth Ann Seton

by Tom Hoopes | February 20, 2023 | Formation | 0 Comments

Though more than a millennium separates us from the evangelical mission of Saints Cyril and Methodius, and two centuries from Mother Seton, their approach to evangelization is a model for the Church today.

What am I giving up for Lent this year, and why?

by Famvin Media Resources | February 20, 2023 | Formation | 0 Comments

For Vincentians, the question: “What should I do for Lent?” is answered in solidarity with and for those who live in poverty.

A Vincentian Minute: Windows on Saint Vincent’s Vision (Part 14)

by Famvin Media Resources | February 19, 2023 | Formation | 0 Comments

In this series Fr. Rooney explores Fr. Jack Melito, CM’s inquiries into the experiences that shaped Vincent de Paul’s life.

The Company of Charity in the Community of Earth

by .famvin | February 19, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

The ZOOM series “The Company of Charity in the Community of Earth,” sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth and Sisters of Charity of New York has been recorded.

Sheep Who Do Not Have a Shepherd

by Ross Dizon | Jun 13, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus, the Good Shepherd, seeks the good of the sheep. He is not like those who steal, slaughter and destroy as they...

Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 8

by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 13, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.

Vincentian Voices Network: Removing Indifference

by Jim Paddon | Jun 12, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

As I have stated in past articles, our biggest challenge is not hatred but indifference.

Nations, All Nations, Will Worship the Lord

by Ross Dizon | Jan 2, 2021 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus is the light of the nations. That is why to follow him means to welcome Gentiles from all races, tongues, peoples and nations. Ps 149, 6 asks that praise be on the lips of the faithful. And swords in their hands to take revenge on the nations. Is it due to...

Five Themes in the Life of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 1, 2021 | Formation

The author, Maryanna Coyle, S.C., identifies five qualities of Elizabeth’s formation and shows how they influenced her life and thought.

The Pay It Forward Plan for Peace

by John Freund, CM | Jan 1, 2021 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus’ mission was all abou teaching us to pay it forward. After all, God has first loved us and wants us to share that gift in our lives! Isn’t this what Jesus did? And it changed and is changing the world!

Lessons Learned From Homeless People

by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Dec 31, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections

“Any public health response that does not center the voices of people who have lived the experience of homelessness is going to come up with the wrong solution.”

Nativity Power

by Tom McKenna, CM | Dec 30, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

The Christmas gospel from St. Luke starts out on a theme of power, the political power of an absolute ruler, Caesar Augustus.

What Size is Your Dream?

by John Freund, CM | Dec 30, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change

Let us not settle only for what is necessary. The Lord does not want us to narrow our horizons or to remain parked on the roadside of life. He wants us to race boldly and joyfully towards lofty goals.

Faces of God, of Jesus, of Those in Need

by Ross Dizon | Dec 29, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus embodies the blessing that God pours out on us through the Holy Spirit. His face shines on us, so that our faces may mirror his. The faces of Mary and Joseph gleam since on them shines the face of Jesus. He is the great eternal high priest (Heb 2, 17; 4, 14;...