Formation
Going to Mary with Mother Seton and St. Catherine Labouré
by Tom Hoopes | November 28, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
The Miraculous Medal is a bestseller at religious goods stores worldwide, and has been for more than a century.
International Day for the Elimination of Violence to Women
by .famvin | November 28, 2022 | Formation | 0 Comments
November 25th of each year is the “International Day for the Elimination of Violence to Women.” This day also marks the beginning of a 16-day journey to promote awareness of violence and ends on December 10th with “International Human Rights Day.”
A Vincentian Minute: Windows on Saint Vincent’s Vision (Part 3)
by Famvin Media Resources | November 27, 2022 | 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.
Advent Reflections (Day 2)
by Famvin Media Resources | November 27, 2022 | Formation | 0 Comments
Our Advent series examines the virtue of gentleness through daily reflections from the book “Seasons in Spirituality” by Fr. Robert Maloney, C.M.
Palm Sunday Reflection
by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 31, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
A short reflection for Palm Sunday for the Vincentian Family (slide presentation).
I Thought I Knew the Apostles!
by John Freund, CM | Mar 31, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
I have read and preached about the apostles for more than 50 years. I am just now discovering questions I wish I had asked… and prayed about.
Lent 2023: Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal, With Father Timothy V. Lyons, CM
by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 30, 2023 | Formation
A video about the apparition of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal and a reflection on how we can embrace the Blessed Mother’s example during Lent.
How the pandemic could reshape the U.S. health care system
by Sister Carol Keehan, DC | Jun 9, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
It will take providers, employers, unions, insurers, governments and consumers working together to transform our health system into one that is worthy of our great nation.
Eat and Drink for Everlasting Life
by Ross Dizon | Jun 9, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus gives us his flesh to eat and his blood to drink. He fills and strengthens us pilgrims who are on the way to eternal life. Jesus gives his disciples his body to eat, and asks them, “Do this in remembrance of me.” Then, he gives them his blood to drink, and tells...
Vincentian Prayer Images: Vincent – Whose Lives Matter
by John Freund, CM | Jun 9, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
What do our tables say to us about whose lives matter?
The Hidden Treasures of Honduras
by Anastazia Hamadejová | Jun 8, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
This time in Honduras taught us to live in accord with a pastoral plan but also to be able to change plans in accord with the situation.
Faithful to God’s Plan for My Life
by .famvin | Jun 7, 2020 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation
It is “not that Catherine Labouré was holy because she saw the Blessed Virgin; she was holy because she was faithful to the mission given her to do.”
Ihor, a life changed amidst the pandemic in Ukraine
by .famvin | Jun 7, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Ihor worked as a storekeeper at a metal warehouse. However, just before the quarantine measures were implemented, the owner fired Ihor from his job.
Ladies of Charity Advocacy: Shadow Pandemic
by .famvin | Jun 6, 2020 | Formation
The LCUSA Advocacy Committee is helping to shine a light on a surge of domestic violence that has accompanied COVID-19 lockdowns around the world.
The Pope Video • Compassion for the World
by .famvin | Jun 6, 2020 | Church, Formation, Reflections
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: Compassion for the World.
The Mystical Journey of Louise de Marillac
by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 5, 2020 | Formation
Benito Martínez Betanzos, CM reflects on the mysticism of Saint Louise.