Formation
Dreamers – Martin Luther King and Many Others
by John Freund, CM | January 18, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
My parents were dreamers. Their dreams kept them going.
Preach the Good News to the Poor
by Ross Dizon | January 17, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
Vincentian Prayer Images: Contemporary Art 12
by Famvin Media Resources | January 17, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of St. Vincent de Paul as portrayed by a contemporary artist.
A Vincentian Minute: Windows on Saint Vincent’s Vision (Part 9)
by Famvin Media Resources | January 15, 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.
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Gag Laws and Catholic Universities
by Rev. Dennis Holtschneider, CM | May 20, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Governors and state legislators are introducing legislation to prevent college campuses from teaching about the ongoing legacy of racism or the presence of LGTBQ individuals among our community.
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Feast Day of St. Jeanne-Antide Thouret (May 23)
by Famvin Media Resources | May 19, 2023 | Formation
Learn more in this video that tells the story of her life.
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Walking In the Shoes of the Fisherman
by John Freund, CM | May 19, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Shortly after ordination in 1965, I remember reading the best-selling and quite controversial novel by Morris West, “The Shoes of the Fisherman.” It concerns the election of a Ukrainian pope.
Happy and Glad Followers of Jesus
by Ross Dizon | Oct 27, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus shows us by words and deeds what true happiness is. That is because he wants us to be happy and glad to the fullest. Jesus proclaims happy the wretched in the eyes of the world. That is to say, he breaks the mold: he announces a counterculture; he fosters...
Vincentian Prayer Images: Asking Vincent About Patience
by John Freund, CM | Oct 27, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
I wish I could be more patient and kind! Is this something you would hear Vincent talk about?
AIC Short Videos on the Vincentian Virtues, Part 3: Simplicity
by AIC Training Team | Oct 25, 2020 | Formation, International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity
Today we are happy to send you four video reflections on the Vincentian virtue of simplicity.
October 27: Establishment of the Sisters of Charity Federation, 1947
by .famvin | Oct 23, 2020 | Formation, Sisters of Charity
Joined Together in the Mission of Charity The Sisters of Charity Federation of North America is a voluntary membership association of 14 congregations of women religious that number over 2,500 sisters. Impelled by Christ’s love and joined together in the mission of...
A Canadian View: An Indigenous Vision for All – Crazy Horse
by Jim Paddon | Oct 22, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
I’m sure many of us have heard of the great Sioux warrior, Crazy Horse who took part in the infamous Battle of the Little Big Horn in 1876 where Gen. Custer was defeated and killed. I’d like to tell you more about Crazy Horse.
Novel But Realistic Approach To Homelessness
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Oct 22, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
Imagine that! Asking people who had personal experience of what the problem was and what might be the solution.
Lessons Learned During the Pandemic, 17: To Journey and Overcome Obstacles
by María Merino & Alberto Trujillano | Oct 21, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
The pandemic has greatly changed our lives as a family. We have become separated because of medical reasons.
Lifting the Veil (Is. 25: 6-8; Phil 4:20; Mt 22:1-14)
by Tom McKenna, CM | Oct 21, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
One of the favorite images seen all through the Scriptures is the feast, the sumptuous banquet overflowing, as Isaiah pictures it, with “juicy, rich food and choice wines.”
The Forgotten Part of “What Must Be Done”
by John Freund, CM | Oct 21, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
When St. Vincent asked “What must be done?” he looked beyond what was always done. Is there a better way of doing what we have always done?