Lenten Reflection based on a letter by Fr. Robert Maloney, C.M.
Formation
A Resource for the Feast of the Assumption of Mary
by Famvin Media Resources | August 7, 2022 | Formation | 0 Comments
A presentation of thoughts about the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, from the writings of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, St. Louise de Marillac, and St. Vincent de Paul.
The Pope Video • For Small Businesses
by .famvin | August 6, 2022 | Church, Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: For Small Businesses.
Sisters of Charity of Nazareth Associates: A 50 Year History 1972-2022 (Part 03)
by Kelly McDaniels | August 6, 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.
Our Timeless Home Visit
by Famvin Media Resources | August 5, 2022 | Formation, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
Why, in this day and age, does the Society of St. Vincent de Paul serve primarily through home visits? For the same reason we have always done so.
Longing for Belonging … Parish Possibilities
by John Freund, CM | Feb 17, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Belonging is “the feeling of security and support when there is a sense of acceptance, inclusion, and identity for a member of a certain group.”
A Greater Love: Facing Lent with Mother Seton and Saint Scholastica
by Lisa Lickona | Feb 15, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
As Lent approaches, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton and St. Scholastica remind us to examine our hearts and prioritize and cultivate a fervent desire for God.
Pope Francis – Bridge Builder … Or?
by John Freund, CM | Nov 15, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
Here are some simple thought-starters we can use to build bridges in our daily encounters.
A Canadian View: Safe, Secure and Affordable Housing is a Human Right – Part One
by Jim Paddon | Nov 14, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, Canada has embarked on a 3-year campaign under the theme of “SAFE, SECURE AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING IS A HUMAN RIGHT.”
A Vincentian View: Building Up the Other
by Pat Griffin, CM | Nov 13, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
Serving at a Catholic and Vincentian University offers me many opportunities to affirm and support our young sisters and brothers. Let us lift up our young, our future.
Pope Francis Writes for Famvin!
by John Freund, CM | Nov 13, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
Take a few minutes to read Pope Francis’ brief reflection for the Third World Day of the Poor.
Message from Renato Lima, President of the SSVP, on the Occasion of the 3rd World Day of the Poor
by Javier F. Chento | Nov 12, 2019 | Formation, Vincentian Family
On November 17, the Church will celebrate the Third World Day of the Poor. Renato Lima has published a message applicable to all those persons who share the Vincentian charism.
Overcome through Him Who Loves Us
by Ross Dizon | Nov 12, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
Christ Jesus fully reveals the love of God. And since no one and nothing at all can separate us from this love, we more than overcome. Does not the reality or possibility of natural disasters and social unrests frighten us? Do we, then, not wonder if we could save our...
Vincentian Prayer Images: Louise on “Foot-Washing Disciples”
by John Freund, CM | Nov 12, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus asked the disciples at the Last supper… “Do you understand what I have done?”.
Vincentians, True Christian Missionaries
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Nov 11, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Jesus models the manner in which missionaries should put aside their own needs and desires in order to proclaim the Kingdom.
Pioneer Beginnings Transformed Into History of Service
by .famvin | Nov 10, 2019 | Formation, Sisters of Charity
See a timeline of the history of the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth, along with some links to more complete histories of their Community.