Formation
Editorial: We Should Not Whitewash the Lack of Human Rights
by Vincentian Family Communications Team | November 22, 2022 | Featured, Formation, News | 0 Comments
In 2010, Quatar – a country known for its violation of the most basic human rights (freedom of press, freedom of assembly, rights of women, rights of LGBTQ individuals) – was selected to host the World Cup in 2022, in a selection that was surrounded by suspicion of bribes and corruption.
Vincentian Prayer Images: Contemporary Art 4
by Famvin Media Resources | November 22, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of St. Vincent de Paul as portrayed by a contemporary artist.
Imitating St. Elizabeth Ann Seton’s Maternal Heart
by Danielle Bean | November 21, 2022 | Formation | 0 Comments
The Feast of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary is a day to reflect on the gift of maternity in all its forms, and to consider the example of Mother Seton, who stepped into the hard tasks of motherhood with courage and unswerving faith.
A Vincentian Minute: Windows on Saint Vincent’s Vision (Part 2)
by Famvin Media Resources | November 20, 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.
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Lent 2023: Our Lady of Zion, With Father Luis Romero, CM
by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 28, 2023 | Formation
A video about the apparition of Our Lady of Zion and a reflection on how we can embrace the Blessed Mother’s example during Lent.
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Feed Other Humans First of All
by Ross Dizon | Mar 28, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus seeks to feed us with his body and blood, so that we may have life to the full. He loves us, yes, to the end....
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Vincentian Prayer Images: Contemporary Art 21
by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 28, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of St. Vincent de Paul as portrayed by a contemporary artist.
Warde, a story of providence
by .famvin | May 24, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
With a big smile and shiny eyes, Warde welcomes you whenever you visit; a visit she prays for every day, every week, every month.
Feast Day: St. Joan Antida Thouret – May 23
by Famvin Media Resources | May 22, 2020 | Formation
The beautiful story of St. Joan Antida Thouret and her Sisters still working today in 26 countries.
Stepping Back To See More Clearly!
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | May 21, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Poets are well known for helping us step back and see things we have not noticed before.
What is the Most Important Room In the World?
by John Freund, CM | May 21, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
What is the most important room in the history of the world… and our lives? The Oval Office, Buckingham Palace? … Would you believe a simple “upper room” in Jerusalem! Why? Because in that room on the day we call Pentecost, the most powerful movement in history was...
Louise and Light (Isaiah 58: 5,10)
by Tom McKenna, CM | May 20, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Yet while walking those somber corridors, St. Louise came to discover right there in the gloom a flickering light that held her on course.
The Grasshopper Theory of Poverty and Change
by John Freund, CM | May 20, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
A simple story that describes what it is like to be poor.
Vulnerability and Victims of Clergy Abuse: Lessons from the Pandemic
by .famvin | May 19, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
As we continue our journey of healing and transforming the Church to the words and witness of Christ, both clergy sexual abuse and COVID-19 have become a part of our DNA.
Raise the Poor and the Helpless
by Ross Dizon | May 19, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus has gone up heaven. And from his throne he looks down on earth to lift up the helpless from the dust and raise the poor from the dump (Ps 113, 6-7). Jesus tells his followers to wait for the Holy Spirit. And they quickly ask if it is time for him to raise up...
Vincentian Prayer Images: Bl. Rosalie Rendu DC During Waves Of Pandemic
by John Freund, CM | May 19, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
What gave her the strength to minister through three waves of a pandemic?