Formation

“Walking With Vincent” with Fr. Patrick J. Griffin, CM

by Famvin Media Resources | September 16, 2022 | Formation | 0 Comments

As we approach St. Vincent’s Feast Day on September 27, let’s visit with Fr. Griffin some of the places in France where St. Vincent lived and ministered.

United Against… Or… With Our Enemies?

by John Freund, CM | September 16, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

On 9/11 we immediately think of the pain and suffering, the injustice of the attacks. This leads to a defensive stance united against our enemies. The emotions run deep.

A Journey Through Vincentian Spirituality – Part 3

by Mark Noonan CM | September 15, 2022 | Formation | 0 Comments

As part of Vincentian month, we welcome you to join us each week as Fr Mark Noonan CM brings us on a journey through Vincentian Spirituality over the next 4 weeks. This week we offer part 3.

There Is Enough

by Mary Frances Jaster | September 15, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

Today I find myself wondering if our faith is sufficient for tackling the hard questions that face us on a daily basis.

Journey Through Lent With Saints Vincent and Louise (March 05)

by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 4, 2023 | Formation

St. Vincent and St. Louise speak to us in a brief quote for each day of Lent.

Lent: A Time to Withdraw to be Ourselves

by Fr. Binoy Puthusery, C.M. | Mar 4, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus took with him Peter, James and John and led them up a high mountain apart, by themselves (Mk 9:2; Mt17:1). This...

To Follow the Pope, as St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Did

by Tom Hoopes | Mar 4, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

St. Peter is honored because despite his weaknesses, he loved and followed Jesus, and became the first pope. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton also chose a difficult path, when she answered God’s call, and entered the Catholic Church.

Brothers and Sisters to One Another

by Ross Dizon | Feb 11, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus, giving his body up and pouring out his blood for us, shows us the love God has for us (1 Jn 3, 16; Rom 5, 8). So, we also ought to lay down our lives for our brothers and sisters. Benedict cannot believe it when his sister, Scholastica, asks him to stay with...

Vincentian Prayer Images: Disparaging Speech

by John Freund, CM | Feb 11, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family

What would Vincent do in today’s world so filled with disparaging speech?

The Poverty of Ingratitude – The Diploma of Holiness

by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Feb 10, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul

Ingratitude is one of the most painful feelings that an individual can experience.

MISEVI International – A Growing Presence

by Mary Frances Jaster | Feb 10, 2020 | Formation, News, Reflections

There is a list of words and phrases that speaks to all of us in the Vincentian Family, and in very particular ways to us in MISEVI International.

Celebrating Blessed Rosalie Rendu, D.C.

by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 9, 2020 | Formation

From the age of reason, Jeanne [Sr. Rosalie] had thought of consecrating herself to God.

Vincentians Create the Perfect Storm of Social Justice

by Dee Mansi | Feb 9, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

A series of Vincentian events have created a perfect storm!

There Will Be Enough For Today

by Katharine Montemurri, CVV | Feb 8, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

My time of wandering may last a little bit longer, but there will be enough for today.

The Pope Video • Hear the Cries of Migrants

by .famvin | Feb 8, 2020 | Church, Formation, Reflections

“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: Hear the Cries of Migrants.

Bl. Rosalie Rendu: Serving and Advocating for Persons in Need of Health Care

by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 7, 2020 | Formation

In addition to caring for the sick poor in their homes, Blessed Rosalie collaborated closely with the civil authorities responsible for the assistance of those who were poor.