Formation

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.

A Vincentian Minute: Windows on Saint Vincent’s Vision (Part 12)

by Famvin Media Resources | February 5, 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 Pope Video • For Parishes

by .famvin | February 4, 2023 | Church, Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: For Parishes.

St. Blaise, Mother Seton, and Meeting Jesus in Our Physical Ailments

by Danielle Bean | February 3, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Mother Seton was no stranger to illness and suffering within her family. By her example and through St. Blaise’s intercession, we can place our family’s health in the Lord’s hands, confident that He will bind up our wounds.

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.

Testimonies from the Latin American Missionary Encounter

by Karla Escobar | Jun 1, 2023 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Marian Youth

The Missionary Encounter for the American Continent (EMLA), organized by the Vincentian Marian Youth (VMY), took place in Honduras from January 13 to 28, 2023.

The Way (John 14:1-12)

by Tom McKenna, CM | May 31, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Rereading Andre Dodin’s biography of Saint Vincent de Paul recently, I was struck with the phrase he used to weave together the various threads of Vincent’s life.

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

Beginning of the Good News of Jesus Christ

by Ross Dizon | Dec 1, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus is the beginning and the end, and the source and the summit of the Good News. That is why we point to him by our words and deeds. Mark presents the beginning of the Good News. But right away he speaks of Isaiah and John. The last fulfills the prophecy about a...

Vincentian Prayer Images: Another Look At Dented Coins

by John Freund, CM | Dec 1, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family

Who are the dented coins in my life?

A Letter to Saint Louise

by Famvin Media Resources | Nov 29, 2020 | Daughters of Charity, Formation

SlideShare Presentation for November 29: Foundation of the Company of the Daughters of Charity

Encyclical ‘Fratelli Tutti’: Summary and Commentary (Part 5)

by René Stockman | Nov 28, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

Bro. René Stockman offers here a short summary of chapter 5 of the Encyclical Letter “Fratelli Tutti”, followed by a more personal reflection.

Feast of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal (Video)

by Famvin Media Resources | Nov 27, 2020 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation

Short video “Mary is the Bridge” celebrating the 190th Anniversary of the Miraculous Medal (1830-2020).

Les Miserables – Vincentian Influences and Reflections

by John Freund, CM | Nov 27, 2020 | Formation, Justice and Peace, Reflections

Les Miserables strikes a chord in Vincentians when they hear… To love another person is to see the face of God. Victor Hugo admired Vincent de Paul. He based the character of the Bishop on Vincent de Paul.