Formation
A Canadian View: What Is Good Governance?
by Jim Paddon | February 2, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
As Vincentians our first and foremost goal is the relief of poverty across the world. We are ready to act and assist our neighbours in need in every way we can.
A Vincentian View: Out of your Mind
by Pat Griffin, CM | February 1, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Has anyone ever accused you of being “out of your mind?”
Where Would You Begin?
by John Freund, CM | February 1, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Today I ask you to imagine where you might expect Jesus would begin his mission and who would he choose?
Delight the Earth and Enlighten the World
by Ross Dizon | January 31, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Savor the Love that God Has for Us
by Ross Dizon | May 30, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus shows the depth of God’s love to the end. To savor such love is to know the One who creates us and is with us...
Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 6
by Famvin Media Resources | May 30, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.
A Vincentian Minute: Signs of New Life and Eternal Life, 7
by Famvin Media Resources | May 29, 2023 | Formation
Latest episode of Fr. Rooney’s series uncovering where life may be found in the Easter Season.
From “Thanks” to “Giving” – An Ancient Tradition
by John Freund, CM | Nov 20, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
The tradition of “thanksgiving” is not new. It has deep roots in the Old Testament and especially the New Testament. The Last Supper was a celebration of thanks but it was also a call to giving.
A Canadian View: A Ray of Hope for All
by Jim Paddon | Nov 19, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
November 15th is the World Day of the Poor. Let us all reflect on how we use this day as a new beginning, with the ray of hope we have been waiting for and forget our differences and come together as one family.
Which Costs More – Housing or Health Care?
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Nov 19, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
After one year, BJC Healthcare estimated the cost of care for the enrolled homeless clients was reduced to $230,000, representing an estimated annual savings of nearly $400,000 or 71%. No doubt the financial people were quite pleased.
Lessons Learned During the Pandemic, 21: To Live with Calmness and to Engage in Respectful and Active Listening
by María Ángeles Ramírez | Nov 18, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
This health crisis has tested me emotionally and I have discovered that placing my trust in God is a WONDERFUL OPTION … one that is worthwhile.
A Steadying Presence (Ps 128; Romans 8:35-39)
by Tom McKenna, CM | Nov 18, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
“God” is not just another word, but rather the designation of the overflowing reality at the heart of everything.
Systemic Change Begins with Education
by John Freund, CM | Nov 18, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change, Vincentian Family
St. Vincent instinctively realized the role of laypersons in bringing about systemic change.
Judge the Blessed and the Accursed
by Ross Dizon | Nov 17, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Christ the King is not one to judge by the way we look. And on the last day, his teachings, by words and deeds, will be our judge. The Church has been urging us, for two Sundays now, to watch and be ready for the coming of Jesus in glory. And today the teaching is...
Vincentian Prayer Images: Awareness of the Fire of God’s Love
by John Freund, CM | Nov 17, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
How can I grow in the awareness of the fire of God’s love for me?
Video: St. Vincent de Paul Society Celebrating 175 Years in the USA; Now Adapting to Challenges of COVID-19
by Famvin Media Resources | Nov 15, 2020 | Formation, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
A video showing how the St. Vincent de Paul Society in Marin County, California has adapted to serve their neighbors in need despite the many challenges of COVID-19.