Formation

Sisters of Charity of Nazareth Associates: A 50 Year History 1972-2022 (Part 13)

by Kelly McDaniels | September 10, 2022 | Formation | 0 Comments

Throughout the more than 200 year history of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth (SCN), friends from the broader community have walked beside the Sisters in their call to follow the charism of St. Vincent de Paul and St. Louise de Marillac. From the earliest days, these partners have been integral to the SCN mission.

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul: An International Network of Charity From Its Beginnings

by .famvin | September 9, 2022 | Formation, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments

“I would like to embrace the whole world in a network of charity.” This quote, attributed to Frederic Ozanam, says it well– and within a century, his dream was realized.

Jesus – An Obnoxious Guest

by John Freund, CM | September 9, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Just imagine! You spent a lot of time, money, and energy in preparing a dinner party… perhaps a wedding or a birthday.

Video: Mary’s Birthday

by Miraculous Medal Shrine | September 8, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

On September 8, we celebrate the Blessed Mother’s birthday.

A Canadian View: Servant Leadership

by Jim Paddon | Mar 2, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Servant leadership is term used within the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul and is likely familiar with many branches of the Vincentian family.

Examination of Conscience In Light Of Catholic Social Teaching

by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 2, 2023 | Formation

During our Lenten journey we examine, personally and as a community, ourselves and our actions.

Journey Through Lent With Saints Vincent and Louise (March 02)

by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 1, 2023 | Formation

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

Ladies of Charity Advocacy: Against Human Trafficking

by .famvin | Jan 25, 2020 | Formation

Take a moment to watch this 1-minute video on Human Trafficking produced by the Ladies of Charity USA Advocacy.

From the FOC to the HOC: Happy Ten Years!

by Sister Tracy Kemme, SC | Jan 25, 2020 | Formation, News, Reflections

Last Saturday marked the ten year anniversary of the House of Charity (HOC) in New Orleans, and we at the Future of Charity (FOC) blog want to celebrate their milestone.

The Vincentian Parish Mission 1625-1660

by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 24, 2020 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation

For the sake of the country poor, St. Vincent de Paul founded the Congregation of the Mission to preach and educate the people.

A Canadian View: Vincentian Charism in a Changing World

by Jim Paddon | Jan 23, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

Let 2020 be the start of a new decade and one in which we renew our commitment to being Vincentians. Let us remember why we are Vincentians.

A Vincentian View: Reverencing the Word of God

by Pat Griffin, CM | Jan 22, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

The challenge and encouragement was for all of us to value and read our Bibles more vigorously—even as we prepared to listen to its word as a Church.

Vincentians as Storytellers

by John Freund, CM | Jan 22, 2020 | Formation, Justice and Peace, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Systemic change

Vincentians can be the storytellers to policy makers and others who may never “see” poverty in all of its forms.

Following Jesus Christ Genuinely

by Ross Dizon | Jan 21, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus opens our minds so that we may understand Scriptures. This understanding is crucial to our knowing and following Jesus. God calls us out of pure mercy though we are weak and fall down easily (SV.EN IX:284). And it is on God’s infinite goodness that we rely to...

Vincentian Prayer Images: We See… But Do Not See

by John Freund, CM | Jan 21, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family

We may see…but do we see as God sees?

To Be Face to Face with the Poor

by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Jan 20, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul

We, as members of the Vincentian Family, have a great social responsibility. We have first-hand experience of the problems that afflict thousands of poor families.