In 1969, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in the United States commissioned a space flight during which Rusty Schweickart left the command module to actually walk in space.
Formation
“Lift Every Voice and Sing”
by Sister Susan J. Smolinsky, SC | February 9, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
It was at Mass in 1974 that I first heard the Black National Anthem “Lift Every Voice and Sing” – a poem written by James Weldon Johnson in 1899
Saint Louise de Marillac, Mystic of the Holy Spirit
Higher (Matthew 5:38-48)
by Tom McKenna, CM | February 8, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
There’s a phrase from the sports world, “setting a high bar.” It means raising the height of the jump just beyond the mark the athlete think he can clear.
Are You a “Quiet Influencer”?
by John Freund, CM | February 8, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
One of the buzzwords among internet literati is “social media influencer.” That’s “digital speak” for someone who has an impact on what others think, say, and do.
Divine Providence
by Fr. Binoy Puthusery, C.M. | Jun 5, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
The basis for our hope is the Risen Lord who is with us. We need to have this strong faith and trust in Him.
A Vincentian Minute: The Fire
by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 4, 2023 | Formation
Fr. Rooney begins a short series in the wake of the celebration of Pentecost.
A Vincentian View: A Season of Yes
by Pat Griffin, CM | Dec 9, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
We can recognize the effort and success that people of good will exert to move us beyond the moment and onto the right track.
Each Approach Is Necessary
by John Freund, CM | Dec 9, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
An image each Vincentian should consider! It is a simple image of people imperiled by a river flooding out of control. Read on to learn how a Franciscan uses that image to explore various approaches to saving people.
Disappointment Due to Our Biases
by Ross Dizon | Dec 8, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus is the Christ. To know him so makes us acknowledge that we are not worthy of him and spares us, too, of all disappointment. Those who come from Jerusalem do not receive John’s baptism; they are there to grill him and judge him. The priests and the Levites...
Praying With Art
by John Freund, CM | Dec 8, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
I just discovered this rich resource for all of us visual learners who follow “Praying Our Heritage”
Venezuela MISEVI in Mission
by Mary Frances Jaster | Dec 7, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
A group of 5 MISEVI missionaries embarked on their adventure with the slogan GO WITHOUT FEAR TO SERVE.
Mary, Our Model for Prayer and Action
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 6, 2020 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation
In this reflection by Andrés Pato, CM, we see Mary as the model of who we should be, and of what we should do.
Laudato Si: Everything is Connected
by Caroljean Willie, SC, Ph.D. | Dec 6, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
“We need a conversion which includes everyone since the environmental challenge we are undergoing and its human roots, concern and affect us all.”
Prepared To Serve The Poor
by Catherine Louise B. Ingente | Dec 5, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Reflection by a student and Girl Scout from Sacred Heart College (Quezon Province, Philippines) on serving a community in need.
The Pope Video • For a Life of Prayer
by .famvin | Dec 5, 2020 | Church, Formation, Reflections
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: For a Life of Prayer.