Formation

Accompanying the Journey of a Refugee. What Have we heard? What Action will we Take in the Future?

by Mark McGreevy | July 24, 2022 | Formation | 0 Comments

The Second International Conference of the FamVin Homeless Alliance took place in Sevilla (June 7-9). During that time the participants reflected on the reality of refugees, displaced and abused individuals.

Life of Felix DeAndreis, C.M.

by Famvin Media Resources | July 22, 2022 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation | 0 Comments

A brief life of Father Felix deAndreis, C.M. (Slide presentation)

Discovering the True Simplicity of Sainthood with St. Mary Magdalene and Mother Seton

by Anna O'Neil | July 22, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

In the lives of these two saints – one so modern, the other so ancient – the Church reminds us of what it means to be a saint: staying close to Christ.

Do You Have Memories of Your Grandparents?

by John Freund, CM | July 22, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

My personal relationship with my grandparents is complicated. I never knew either my father’s or mother’s parents. Yet I know more about my great grandparents than just about anyone reading these words.

Embracing the Tears and Joys of Motherhood with Mary of Nazareth and Elizabeth Ann Seton

by Danielle Bean | Feb 9, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Like the Blessed Mother, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton’s faith-filled devotion helped carry her through the pains and trials of motherhood, and can inspire us today.

Saint Louise de Marillac, Mystic of the Holy Spirit

by .famvin | Feb 8, 2023 | Formation

St. Louise’s spiritual life is particularly characterized by her constant openness to the Holy Spirit.

Vincentians from St. Louis, Missouri Share a Story (Video)

by Famvin Media Resources | Oct 11, 2019 | Formation, Society of St. Vincent de Paul

For reflection: Watch as St. Vincent de Paul society volunteers from St. Louis (Missouri, USA) form a friendship with someone in need of help.

Eight Things – Pope Francis, the Poor, Laudato Si

by John Freund, CM | Oct 11, 2019 | Formation, Justice and Peace, Pope, Reflections

Have I ever thought about the impact of climate change on those who will bear the first effects and brunt of changes?

A Canadian View: Climate Change In Canada

by Jim Paddon | Oct 10, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

As we examine the urgent need to address climate change, I’d like to look at how it is affecting Canada.

On Noticing (Amos 6; Lk.16:19-31)

by Tom McKenna, CM | Oct 9, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

“Noticing” is high up on the list of how “they’ll know we are Christians” — and certainly how they’ll know we are Vincentians.

What Can an Arcade Game Teach Us About Ministry?

by John Freund, CM | Oct 9, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change

Whack-a-mole has become something of a metaphor for a recurring problem that one never seems to get ahead of. How do we address recurring problems?

Thankful for Healing and Salvation

by Ross Dizon | Oct 8, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus is the last revelation of divine salvation to Israel and the nations. It is right, then, that all show themselves thankful to him always and everywhere. Nine of the ten lepers that Jesus has healed do not show that they are thankful. For only a Samaritan, who...