Formation
A Vincentian View: Thanks for Saving Us
by Pat Griffin, CM | November 23, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
In the Gospel of the day, we hear the crucified Christ ridiculed at the end of his life. Listen to the way in which each group mocks Jesus.
“Home for the Holidays”
by John Freund, CM | November 23, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
For many of my years, “Home for the Holidays” was in the back of most people’s minds come Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Sheltering: A meditation for the Vincentian Family
by Robert Maloney, CM | November 23, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
The works of mercy lie at the heart of our Family’s spirituality.
Fix our Gaze on our Lord Jesus
by Ross Dizon | November 22, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
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A Vincentian View: Washed Feet
by Pat Griffin, CM | Mar 29, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
I have never had my feet washed on Holy Thursday. Mostly, I have avoided the invitation in some way or another.
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Is God Caught In Our Spam Boxes?
by John Freund, CM | Mar 29, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
If we have a digital mail account, we know what spam is. Our “in” boxes can fill rapidly. Most learn to set filters to reduce what we actually see.
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Journey Through Lent With Saints Vincent and Louise (March 29)
by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 28, 2023 | Formation
St. Vincent and St. Louise speak to us in a brief quote for each day of Lent.
Feast Day of Blessed Marta Wiecka, D.C. (May 30)
by Famvin Media Resources | May 29, 2020 | Formation
Download a printable Blessed Marta Wiecka Holy Card, and see a presentation on her life.
We Are God’s Story… and God’s Story-tellers
by John Freund, CM | May 29, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
We are God’s Story… and God’s Storytellers
Crash Course In Homelessness In 400 Words
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | May 28, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
Take the time to read the next 400 words to gain a broader perspective on the seemingly intractable issue of homelessness.
A Vincentian View: Listening with the Spirit
by Pat Griffin, CM | May 27, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Pentecost holds high the Holy Spirit for our attention and devotion.
A Wide-Angle Lens On the Cries of the Poor
by John Freund, CM | May 27, 2020 | Formation, Justice and Peace, Reflections, Systemic change
The earth herself, burdened and laid waste, is among the most abandoned and maltreated of our poor; she “groans in travail” (Rom 8:22)
Flame of Blazing and Renewing Fire
by Ross Dizon | May 26, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus is Lord! But we can say this only by the Holy Spirit. And only his flame can renew the face of the earth. The Holy Spirit comes with the strength of a driving wind that fills the whole house where the disciples are. And a tongue of fire or flame rests on each of...
Vincentian Prayer Images: Sr. Marta’s Gift To a Family
by John Freund, CM | May 26, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
Sr. Marta’s generous gift to a young family…
Returning to that which is Essential!
by Vincentian Family Office | May 25, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Alone we can do nothing … we need the help of God who is our strength and security during this time of pandemic.
Blessed Marta Anna Wiecka, D.C.: selfless service during an epidemic
by .famvin | May 24, 2020 | Formation
Blessed Marta Anna Wiecka bravely served the sick.