Formation
Laborers of the Lord of the Harvest
by Ross Dizon | June 28, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
Vincentian Prayer Images: “The Colors of Charity” • 4
by Famvin Media Resources | June 28, 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.
“Renewal of Vincentian Spirituality” Part 2
by Famvin Media Resources | June 26, 2022 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation | 0 Comments
Blessed Daughters of Charity, Martyrs of Arras and Dax (June 26)
by Famvin Media Resources | June 24, 2022 | Formation | 0 Comments
The story of the Martyrs of Arras, based on “In the Footsteps of Vincent de Paul: a Guide to Vincentian France” by Father John E. Rybolt, C.M.
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God’s Record as a Recruiter
by John Freund, CM | Jan 25, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
The Jerusalem headhunters would not have been very interested in Jesus’ leadership team. They preferred the way rabbis were picked from among the most promising in their schools.
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Approach Jesus Christ with All Our Being
by Ross Dizon | Jan 24, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus is the Son through whom God has spoken to us humans in these last days. We Christians are to approach and hear...
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Vincentian Prayer Images: Contemporary Art 13
by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 24, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of St. Vincent de Paul as portrayed by a contemporary artist.
A Canadian View: Engaging Homelessness
by Jim Paddon | Aug 22, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
Homelessness is certainly a topic we hear and talk about a great deal in today’s world as there are many cities across North America that are trying to make the need for affordable, safe and secure housing a major component their future planning.
A Vincentian View: From Homelessness to Hope
by Pat Griffin, CM | Aug 21, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
The topic of homelessness continues to hold its place in my mind, but now with a particular emphasis upon the young on the streets of our cities.
When Vincentian and Jesuit Saints Meet
by John Freund, CM | Aug 21, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
St. Vincent and St. Alberto Hurtado sitting around the table with the poor they loved and served. So different yet, with so much in common.
Narrowness to Go Through and Overcome
by Ross Dizon | Aug 20, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus himself goes in through the narrow gate. His example gives us strength to go through and overcome all narrowness. Someone asks Jesus, “Lord, will only a few people be saved?” The question, in other words, is whether there is wideness in God’s mercy or...
The Love that Drives Vincentian Youth
by Kadu Ferraz | Aug 20, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Love is the primordial principle that impels us into the midst of this busy world.
Ozanam Invites Us: Let’s Go to the Poor!
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Aug 19, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Going to the poor, through the weekly home visit, is the main characteristic of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul. But how should we go to the poor?
St. Vincent de Paul 101
by Famvin Media Resources | Aug 18, 2019 | Formation
A fun YouTube video from DePaul University.
Diaries of a Vincentian: Home!
by Anja Bohnsack | Aug 18, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
Diaries of a Vincentian takes a closer look at some of the more personal experiences of Vincentians working with homeless people, slum dwellers and refugees.
History of the Ladies of Charity USA
by .famvin | Aug 16, 2019 | Formation, International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity
St. Vincent de Paul’s first foundation, the Ladies of Charity, responded to the needs of the poor in 17th century France, and continue to do so today in the International Associations of Charity (abbreviated: AIC). Next week they celebrate their 402nd anniversary.