Even those of us in advanced age remember the excitement and impatience. Four words – “Are we there yet” – captured our anticipation, excitement, and impatience.
Formation
Fulfill with All Our Heart What God Wants
by Ross Dizon | February 7, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Vincentian Prayer Images: Contemporary Art 15
by Famvin Media Resources | February 7, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of St. Vincent de Paul as portrayed by a contemporary artist.
What Aquinas the Student Taught Elizabeth Ann Seton the Teacher
by Tom Hoopes | February 6, 2023 | Formation | 0 Comments
Even though St. Elizabeth Ann Seton spent much of her adult life educating and instructing others in the Catholic faith, she never stopped being a student herself.
Touched by an Angel
by Mary Frances Jaster, MISEVI International | February 6, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
The deep desire of lay people to respond to the grief and the anguish that is presented to them and to receive joy and hope is so reflective of what St. Vincent and St. Louise began more than 400 years ago.
God’s Presence In Our Encounters With Others
by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 2, 2023 | Formation
Creating encounters in charity with others brings us closer to God.
A Canadian View: A Spiritual Evolution
by Jim Paddon | Jun 1, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
When us older (and hopefully wiser) Vincentians look back on what this world has achieved in our lifetimes it is truly amazing.
Encyclical ‘Fratelli Tutti’: Summary and Commentary (Part 6)
by René Stockman | Dec 5, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Bro. René Stockman offers here a short summary of chapter 6 of the Encyclical Letter “Fratelli Tutti”, followed by a more personal reflection.
Advent Reflection on Humility
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 4, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Are we humble enough to believe that He who is mighty can do great things?
The Cost of “Preferential Option for the Poor”
by John Freund, CM | Dec 4, 2020 | Formation, Justice and Peace, Reflections, Vincentian Family
Forty years ago, four women gave their lives as part of their preferential option for the poor. Read their own words. It should take just about 40 seconds.
A Canadian View: A More Just World
by Jim Paddon | Dec 3, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
As a Canadian and close neighbour to our Americans friends, we are always interested in what is happening in the USA.
Creating Connections Better Than Giving Directions
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Dec 3, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
A place where homeless and formerly homeless people can connect to one another. They can also connect to vital outreach services, their own personal friends, and family members.
Lessons Learned During the Pandemic, 23: In Solidarity with Those who Suffer
by Mari Carmen Davia | Dec 2, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
I believe that there has been an extraordinary expression of solidarity among people, especially as people reach out to assist those who have suffered the most.
In The Mood (Mk 13:37)
by Tom McKenna, CM | Dec 2, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
We’ve all heard the term “mood music.” It refers to the power music has to set a tone, move us through different feeling states.
How a Baby Changes Everything
by John Freund, CM | Dec 2, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
A baby changes everything. Never was that truer than in the birth of the one we call Jesus of Nazareth. The birth of Jesus literally changed everything for everyone.
Advent Reflections: Vincentian Family Office (Part One)
by Vincentian Family Office | Dec 1, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
During the Advent Season, each one of the four members of the International Vincentian Family Office will offer a brief video. Part One