Formation

Homelessness – Our Heritage and Challenge

by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | September 22, 2022 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections | 0 Comments

As we approach the feast of St. Vincent de Paul we can draw strength and be challenged by all that St. Vincent did. Many may not believe that one man could do all that Vincent did!

Acceptance — And Ingenuity (Luke 16:1-13)

by Tom McKenna, CM | September 21, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 2 Comments

Scripture Scholars tell us that the meaning behind the word “parable” is curve, as in throwing a curve.

Do You Prefer Courtrooms or Banquet Halls?

by John Freund, CM | September 21, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

If I asked you, I suspect most, without having any further details, would say they would rather be in a banquet setting than a court of law.

Cut off from Us All Self-Sufficiency

by Ross Dizon | September 20, 2022 | Formation | 0 Comments

Jesus is “God-with-us.” And that is why disciples should not cut off God and their neighbor from their lives. The man whose life is one of luxury and show is very rich: stylish clothes, lavish banquets. He is cut off, for sure, from the beggar; the two are worlds...

Journey Through Lent With Saints Vincent and Louise (March 11)

by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 10, 2023 | Formation

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

Lenten Examination of Conscience Based on the 5 Vincentian Virtues

by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 10, 2023 | Formation

Ask yourself the following questions, based on the five Vincentian Virtues of Humility, Simplicity, Meekness, Mortification, and Zeal.

Is God Tired of Waiting for Us Among the Poor?

by John Freund, CM | Mar 10, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Some words stay with you for a lifetime! Sometimes front and center. Other times they sit just beneath the surface… like a quiet motor doing its job unnoticed.

The Boundless Dimension of Vincentian Charity

by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Jan 13, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul

If we are not charitable (generous) in the manner that we act, then we will fall into the simple routine of philanthropy and/or providing material assistance … and nothing more.

St. Vincent de Paul: His Road to Sanctity

by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 12, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

In this video produced by the DePaul University Office of Mission and Values, Rev. Edward Udovic, C.M. reads his essay on the life of St. Vincent de Paul.

Vincentians Have 20-20 Vision!

by Dee Mansi | Jan 12, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

We are RESOLVED to draw directly on our Vincentian charism of “prayer in action” to our Incarnational Christian purpose.

An Open Ear at the Railway Station

by .famvin | Jan 12, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

Sr. M. Birgit works at the “Railway Mission” – a Christian charitable organization that provides assistance to those seeking/needing help in over 100 railway stations across Germany.

Videos from the Historic Vincentian Family Gathering Rome 2020

by John Freund, CM | Jan 10, 2020 | Formation, News, Other Branch News, Reflections, Vincentian Family

Here is a list of videos posted on Facebook for the first two days.

A Canadian View: Welcome to 2020!

by Jim Paddon | Jan 9, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

I would like to think 2020 can also mean a year in which our social justice efforts demonstrate great vision through our 3-year national action campaign.

A Vincentian View: A New Decade

by Pat Griffin, CM | Jan 8, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

The beginning of a new decade seems to offer wider possibility and a new hope to me. For whatever reason, the number 2020 seems positive!

Updating Our Mental Maps of Ministry

by John Freund, CM | Jan 8, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change

Are we aware of the changing landscape of poverty and new needs? Do we need to update our mental maps?

Share in Jesus’ Anointing and Mission

by Ross Dizon | Jan 7, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus is the one anointed with the Spirit. God has sent him to bring the Good News to the poor. To belong to him is to share in his anointing and sending. The baptism of Jesus identifies him as God’s beloved Son, with a share in divinity. But it also suggests that he...

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