Formation
A Vincentian View: A Father had Two Sons
by Pat Griffin, CM | September 14, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 2 Comments
In recent years, when I have had the pleasure of reading the Gospel story of the Prodigal Son, I have gotten into the habit of giving special emphasis to the first words of the parable: “A man had two sons. . . .”
Pope Francis Just Won’t Stop!
by John Freund, CM | September 14, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Pope Francis just keeps on going… well beyond what most consider normal for a man of his age and physical conditions.
Money That Is Not Deemed Righteous
by Ross Dizon | September 13, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Vincentian Prayer Images: “The Colors of Charity” • 15
by Famvin Media Resources | September 13, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
This series is a visual memory of the art exhibition “The Colors of Charity,” which was on exhibit from 15 December 2017 to 25 February 2018 at the Collegio Alberoni of Piacenza.
The Pope Video • For Victims of Abuse
by .famvin | Mar 4, 2023 | Church, Formation, Reflections
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: For Victims of Abuse.
Journey Through Lent With Saints Vincent and Louise (March 04)
by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 3, 2023 | Formation
St. Vincent and St. Louise speak to us in a brief quote for each day of Lent.
Fr. Maloney Reflects on Pilgrimage as a Metaphor
by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 3, 2023 | Formation
Pilgrimage is a metaphor for Lent, for our journey with the poor, and for the whole Christian life.
Homelessness – First Aid AND Long Term Solutions
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Feb 6, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
Former Eastern Province Provincial, Fr. Michael Carroll, CM, reflects on Homelessness – First aid AND Long-term Solutions, the first in a series of reflections.
A Vincentian View: Enlarge the Door
by Pat Griffin, CM | Feb 5, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Personally and institutionally we must enlarge our doors to allow the King of Glory and his entire entourage entrance and application.
What’s Your Take on Systemic Change?
by John Freund, CM | Feb 5, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
What’s your take on Systemic Change? I thought I would ask you to share what you think is the state of systemic change in the Vincentian Family.
Meaning and Quality of Human Life
by Ross Dizon | Feb 4, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus is the salt of the earth and the light of the world. He gives meaning to our lives. And he wants his followers to be and do the same. Seeing the crowds, Jesus pities them because they are troubled and left behind, like sheep without a shepherd (Mt 9, 36). There...
Vincentian Prayer Images: Filled With Christ’s Spirit
by John Freund, CM | Feb 4, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
Am I open to being filled with Christ’s Spirit?
Vincent de Paul and Frederic Ozanam: Great Communicators
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Feb 3, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Have you ever thought about the manner in which Vincent and Frederic would communicate if they were alive today?
Sisters Care for Home-based Patients and the Terminally Ill in Botswana
by Rumbi Chakamba | Feb 1, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
The hospice is owned by the diocese of Gaborone and is administered by two sisters from the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, Srs. Vinaya Chalil and Sunila Erumangalathu.
Daughters of Charity – Martyrs of Angers (February 1)
by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 31, 2020 | Daughters of Charity, Formation
A homily by Fr. Richard McCullen, C.M. takes us on a journey through time. (Video)
Standing Up to Proclaim the Good News!
by John Freund, CM | Jan 31, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
The passage from Luke is a challenge to ask myself how much evidence is there that I am working toward the completion of the mission I have committed myself to.