St. Vincent and St. Louise speak to us in a brief quote for each day of Lent.
Formation
Widening The Gate (Luke 13:22-30)
by Tom McKenna, CM | August 24, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
One of Jesus’ more intriguing images is that of the gate, the entranceway into his Father’s Kingdom. Entrance depends in large part on the practical steps we take to build the kind of unity, accord and cooperation that reflects his Father’s world.
A choice – Hiroshima… or the Explosive Power of Love
by John Freund, CM | August 24, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
I was barely 7 years old. I remember seeing bold newspaper headlines. I could not yet read them. But from my parent’s reactions, I knew something very important had happened
Lowliness, Simplicity, Truth and Freedom
by Ross Dizon | August 23, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Vincentian Prayer Images: “The Colors of Charity” • 12
by Famvin Media Resources | August 23, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
This series is a visual memory of the art exhibition “The Colors of Charity,” which was on exhibit from 15 December 2017 to 25 February 2018 at the Collegio Alberoni of Piacenza.
Lent 2023: Our Lady of the Golden Heart, With Dr. Julie Burkey
by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 28, 2023 | Formation
A video about the apparition of Our Lady of the Golden Heart, and how we can embrace the Blessed Mother’s example during Lent.
Visions of a Better Future of Glory
by Ross Dizon | Feb 28, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus is the risen Son of Man. And he is so, for, though the Son of God, he was a servant and obeyed to death on the...
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.
Vincentian Values Today – Have You Caught The Charism?
by Dee Mansi | Nov 10, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
VIVAT! The Latin term expresses a hope on the part of the speaker that another should live. How meaningful that this heartfelt word is also the acronym for Vincentian Values Today!
The Pope Video • Dialogue and Reconciliation in the Middle East
by .famvin | Nov 9, 2019 | Church, Formation, Reflections
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: Dialogue and Reconciliation in the Middle East.
Nov. 9: Beatification of Sr. Rosalie Rendu, D.C.
by Famvin Media Resources | Nov 8, 2019 | Formation
Nov. 9 is the anniversary of the beatification of Sr. Rosalie Rendu, D.C. 16 years ago. Here is a brief account of the events of Nov. 9, 2003 and a video about Blessed Rosalie.
Why Did Pope Francis Make 10 Startling Statements?
by John Freund, CM | Nov 8, 2019 | Formation, Justice and Peace, Reflections, Systemic change
Pope Francis has a knack for making startling statements that catch people’s attention.
The Charism of Charity and Our Unfolding Awareness of God’s Creation
by Javier F. Chento | Nov 7, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
In this season when we thank God for an abundant harvest, we invite you to join us in this prayer written by Sr. Vivienne Joyce, SC.
“Nudges” (Luke 19:1-10)
by Tom McKenna, CM | Nov 6, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
…You feel an impulse to do something connected with faith – and you pursue it.