Formation
“Renewal of Vincentian Spirituality” Part 5
by Famvin Media Resources | July 17, 2022 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation | 0 Comments
Episcopal Message Resurfaces (Part 2)
by John Freund, CM | July 17, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Highlights from Part 2 of a truly prophetic forgotten document published by the U.S. Catholic Bishops more than a quarter-century ago.
Saints of the Mountain: Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
by Tom Hoopes | July 16, 2022 | Formation | 1 Comment
Both literally and figuratively, mountains were the means by which Pier Giorgio Frassati and Elizabeth Ann Seton scaled the heights of holiness and service to God and neighbor.
The Miraculous Medal: A Sign of Light (Video)
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.
Vincentian Prayer Images: Contemporary Art 15
by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 7, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of St. Vincent de Paul as portrayed by a contemporary artist.
What Aquinas the Student Taught Elizabeth Ann Seton the Teacher
by Tom Hoopes | Feb 6, 2023 | Formation
Even though St. Elizabeth Ann Seton spent much of her adult life educating and instructing others in the Catholic faith, she never stopped being a student herself.
Touched by an Angel
by Mary Frances Jaster, MISEVI International | Feb 6, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
The deep desire of lay people to respond to the grief and the anguish that is presented to them and to receive joy and hope is so reflective of what St. Vincent and St. Louise began more than 400 years ago.
Ladies of Charity Advocacy: Climate Change
by .famvin | Sep 28, 2019 | Formation
Take a moment to watch this 2-minute video on Climate Change produced by the Ladies of Charity USA Advocacy.
St. Vincent de Paul and the Organization of Charity
by Famvin Media Resources | Sep 27, 2019 | Formation
St. Vincent did many things right, from a modern perspective of organizational theory and practice. SlideShare presentation.
Flash! Pope Francis says the Bible is a “dangerous book”
by John Freund, CM | Sep 27, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
The Bible is a dangerous book when it challenges us to walk in the way of Jesus, the Evangelizer of the Poor.
A Canadian View: A Visit From Dorian
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.
Movie documentary: “Vincent de Paul: Charity’s Saint”
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.
Tilting Toward Good (Lk 16:1-13)
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?
Speaking the Truth to Power at Any Age
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.
Care and Concern for Those in Need
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...
Vincentian Prayer Images: Vincent – I Pray That…
by John Freund, CM | Sep 24, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
For what do we pray?