In 1953 at the age of 17, Pope Francis had a life-changing experience in confession.
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by John Freund, CM | November 16, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
I wondered what “wandering art gallery eyes” might mean; I often find intriguing insights in the French Catholic periodical La Croix.
by Ross Dizon | November 15, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
by Famvin Media Resources | November 15, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of St. Vincent de Paul as portrayed by a contemporary artist.
by Famvin Media Resources | November 13, 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.
by John Freund, CM | Mar 24, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
In 1953 at the age of 17, Pope Francis had a life-changing experience in confession.
by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 23, 2023 | Formation
St. Vincent and St. Louise speak to us in a brief quote for each day of Lent.
by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 23, 2023 | Formation
A video about the apparition of Our Lady of Siluva and a reflection on how we can embrace the Blessed Mother’s example during Lent.
by Famvin Media Resources | May 10, 2020 | Formation
“Elizabeth Ann Seton was a mother in every respect, loving her own children, her extended family, her spiritual daughters, her students, and persons in need, with maternal care.”
by Dee Mansi | May 10, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Globally, in the shutdown, fundraising has dwindled, and many charities are in crisis – including those of our Vincentian Family.
by Yasmine Cajuste | May 10, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness
I don’t know his name, his story, or the end of his tragedy. But I will never forget that scene…
by .famvin | May 9, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Elizabeth offers us a guide, a light in a time of darkness. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton: Pray for us!
by .famvin | May 9, 2020 | Church, Formation, Reflections
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: For Deacons.
by Famvin Media Resources | May 8, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Watch as Father Bertrand Collignon of Paroisse Sainte-Louise-de-Marillac in Drancy, France, explains why according to him, St. Louise de Marillac is the first feminist of France! Also, watch a LIVE PRAYER VIGIL for the Feast of St. Louise tomorrow at 2:15PM Eastern.
by John Freund, CM | May 8, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
There’s a simple and powerful way to confront the world’s most pressing crises, says women’s rights activist Yifat Susskind in a Ted Talk – think like a mother!
by Rolando Gutiérrez Zúñiga, CM | May 7, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
The first task of the missionary is to read the signs of the time. Indeed, the whole church is called to engage in that task because from that process flow the evangelizing commitments that are most necessary for each historical moment. Therefore, it would be a...
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | May 7, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
Vincentian solidarity against COVID-19: 13 Houses Campaign and Coronavirus The "13 Houses" Campaign is expanding due to COVID-19 to support the poorest of the poor and the homeless. All monies raised by the Famvin Homeless Alliance through Depaul International will be...