In this series Fr. Rooney explores Fr. Jack Melito, CM’s inquiries into the experiences that shaped Vincent de Paul’s life.
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by Famvin Media Resources | July 15, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Everything started on July 18, 1830 in the chapel at Rue du Bac of the Daughters of Charity, when Mary appeared to Sister Catherine Labouré for the first time.
by John Freund, CM | July 15, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
by Tom McKenna, CM | July 13, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 2 Comments
The years-ago world of sacramentals — as you might remember, these were the scapulars and medals and holy cards and statues you’d find in a Catholic home.
by John Freund, CM | July 13, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 5, 2023 | Formation
In this series Fr. Rooney explores Fr. Jack Melito, CM’s inquiries into the experiences that shaped Vincent de Paul’s life.
by .famvin | Feb 4, 2023 | Church, Formation, Reflections
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: For Parishes.
by Danielle Bean | Feb 3, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Mother Seton was no stranger to illness and suffering within her family. By her example and through St. Blaise’s intercession, we can place our family’s health in the Lord’s hands, confident that He will bind up our wounds.
by Jim Paddon | Sep 26, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
My original plan for this article was to report on an Atlantic Canada Vincentian family social justice gathering in Halifax, Nova Scotia, but hurricane Dorian had other plans.
by .famvin | Sep 25, 2019 | Formation
If you have not seen it, or have not seen it in a while, take some time this week to enjoy the full-length movie “Vincent de Paul, Charity’s Saint” on YouTube.
by Tom McKenna, CM | Sep 25, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
Over the centuries, the parable of the clever but dishonest steward has caused much debate. Doesn’t Jesus seem to be praising the man for cheating?
by John Freund, CM | Sep 25, 2019 | Formation, Justice and Peace, Systemic change
Profiles in courage from the present and the past, young and old.
by Ross Dizon | Sep 24, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus fulfills the law and the prophets. He teaches us by words and deeds to care for the poor, their misery making us ill. The parable of the rich man and Lazarus teaches us to care for those who are poor. Though we can safely say that the helpless beggar is resigned...
by John Freund, CM | Sep 24, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
For what do we pray?
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Sep 23, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Being charitable and being a missionary are, in reality, fundamental conditions so that the partners can be proclaimed Vincentians.
by Famvin Media Resources | Sep 22, 2019 | Formation
There are few questions more mystifying than those about motivation. What motivation drove St. Vincent de Paul?
by Sr. Tracy Kemme, SC | Sep 22, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
It was November of 2007 when I first met Sister of Charity of Cincinnati Janet Gildea. I needed a place to stay near El Paso, Texas, while researching for my senior thesis. Two different people suggested I contact Janet, and she responded right away with, "We'd be...