Formation

Can You Believe What the Pope Said About Old Age?

by John Freund, CM | September 2, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

Six months ago, Pope Francis began a 16-part reflection on old age by asking the Holy Spirit to help us understand and appreciate the great contribution that the elderly can make to a just and fraternal society.

A journey through Vincentian Spirituality – Part 1

by Mark Noonan CM | September 1, 2022 | Formation | 1 Comment

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 launch with part 1.

A Vincentian View: Embracing the Truth

by Pat Griffin, CM | August 31, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

This past weekend contained the “moving-in” days at St. John’s.

Are You Looking Up… or Around You?

by John Freund, CM | August 31, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

A late 19th-century artist, James Tissot, graphically posed a question for us today. In his depiction of the Ascension, he asks, “Why do you stand looking up into heaven? (Act 1:11)

Vincentian Prayer Images: Contemporary Art 18

by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 28, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Share your thoughts on a weekly image of St. Vincent de Paul as portrayed by a contemporary artist.

Vincentian Lent, a Pilgrimage to the Heart: A Journey Made up of Questions (Part One)

by Francisco Vilhena | Feb 27, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Part One of an examination of conscience, in the form of questions, which can be useful for all of us Vincentians.

Journey Through Lent With Saints Vincent and Louise (February 28)

by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 27, 2023 | Formation

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

Reality and Hope

by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Jan 6, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul

These harsh realities sadden the hearts of the members of the Society and the Vincentian Family. We cannot, however, lose hope that the situation will improve.

A Shared Mission: Collaboration Between the Vincentian Family in Spain and Venezuela

by Asunción Marchán | Jan 6, 2020 | Formation, News, Reflections

During the past year the Vincentian Family has attempted to alleviate the terrible economic, political and social situation in Venezuela.

January 7: Blessed Lindalva Justo de Oliveira, D.C.

by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 5, 2020 | Daughters of Charity, Formation

Video about the life of Blessed Lindalva Justo de Oliveira, D.C.

Working & Living for Others

by .famvin | Jan 4, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

Fast forward another 200 years to Germantown, Pennsylvania, where six Daughters of Charity are currently on mission.

The Pope Video • Promotion of World Peace

by .famvin | Jan 4, 2020 | Church, Formation, Reflections

“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: Promotion of World Peace.

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton: Historical Frame of Reference

by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 3, 2020 | Formation

St. Elizabeth Ann Bayley Seton was born in New York City, a daughter of the American Revolution and a child of her environment. Learn more in this SlideShare presentation.