Formation

Sisters of Charity of Nazareth Associates: A 50 Year History 1972-2022 (Part 06)

by Kelly McDaniels | August 15, 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.

Mother Seton’s ‘Certain Hope’ in Mary, Assumed Into Heaven

by Tom Hoopes | August 15, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

The Church teaches that Mary’s Assumption anticipates the resurrection and is a sign of hope and comfort for us all. In her life, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton continually relied on this certain hope, in the sure knowledge of Mary’s presence in eternity, body and soul.

Vincentian Family Office Informational Video

by Vincentian Family Office | August 15, 2022 | Formation, News | 0 Comments

The International Vincentian Family Office, responding to the requests of the Executive Committee, coordinates activities, provides information and offers formation experiences on the legacy and charism of St. Vincent de Paul to the various branches of the Vincentian Family around the world.

How St. Louise Revitalized and Organized the Confraternities of Charity

by Famvin Media Resources | August 14, 2022 | Formation, International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity | 0 Comments

As we approach the 405th anniversary of the foundation of the first Confraternity of Charity (today the AIC) on August 23, let us learn from the example of St. Louise de Marillac, who was sent by St. Vincent de Paul to visit the Confraternities beginning in 1629....

Lent 2023: Through the Eyes of Mary, With Father Aidan Rooney, CM

by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 22, 2023 | Formation

Welcome to “Lent: Through the Eyes of Mary,” an original video series produced by the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal in collaboration with the Vincentians of the Eastern Province, USA.

Struggles at a Well (John 4:5-42)

by Tom McKenna, CM | Feb 22, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Some of the traits which come out in the Samaritan woman as she interacts with Jesus at the noonday well could paint her as a hard-hearted and difficult lady.

Ash Wednesday and the Witness of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

by Ted Trinko | Feb 22, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

An important step in Mother Seton’s conversion took place on Ash Wednesday, when she first entered the Catholic Church.

Out of Cycle, the Usual, the Customary

by Ross Dizon | Dec 3, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

In the person of Jesus is revealed that God’s love prevails in the end (Advent 2002). Christians, then, cannot but break out of the cycle of hopelessness. For those who have a cyclical view of time, events simply come back. Nothing new comes out of the cycle. No new...

Vincentian Prayer Images: It Took Courage For Mary To Say Yes!

by John Freund, CM | Dec 3, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

It took courage for Mary to say Yes!

Passionate and Enthusiastic About Vincentian Ministry

by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Dec 2, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul

The one reality that I believe all would affirm is the following: we are passionate about the Vincentian ministry and enthusiastic about this ministry that was divinely inspired.

The Joy of Serving · #IamVincent

by .famvin | Dec 1, 2019 | Formation, Sisters of Charity

“Every day, I learn from the people that I serve.” -Sister Bev Hoffman, SCN

Advent: A Time of Preparation, Hope and Joy

by Alexandre Nahass Franco, CM | Dec 1, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

The season of Advent is characterized by three words: preparation, hope, and joy.

The Streets as Home: A One Way Street?

by Bianca Aline Salamanca | Dec 1, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

With the passing of the years, the process of urbanization has expanded and as a result, the social problems have become more heightened and intense.

The Hospice De San Jose’s Journey With The Homeless Peoples Of Metro Manila

by Sr. Maria Socorro Pilar G. Evidente, DC | Nov 30, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

About Hospicio de San Jose, the first charitable institution in the Philippines, and its work for the homeless of Manila.

What Would St Vincent de Paul Have Thought About the World’s Big Sleep Out?

by Vincentian Family Office | Nov 30, 2019 | Formation

Whether or not St. Vincent would have organized a sleep-out, he certainly gives us an example of doing new things and speaking to powerful people in order to carry out his work.

Podcast of the Prayer: “Most Holy Virgin, I believe and confess”

by .famvin | Nov 29, 2019 | Daughters of Charity, Formation

Since today is the anniversary of the Foundation of the Company of the Daughters of Charity and yesterday was the Feast of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal, we would like to highlight this resource.