Lenten Series of reflections taken from the Conferences of the Rev. Lacordaire.
Formation
Vincentian Places 06 – Paris, rue de Seine
by Famvin Media Resources | May 7, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments
In 1610, Vincent lived in the Rue de Seine in Paris, and was one of several Chaplain-Almoners to Queen Marguérite de Valois, the first wife of Henry of Navarre (Henry IV of France).
An Extraordinary Assembly
by Mary Frances Jaster | May 6, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Some words that come to mind to describe our experience of the assembly: enlivening, challenging, engaging, hospitable, surprising, interesting, fulfilling, energizing, necessary, healing, messy, faithful, providential, joyful, prayerful, synodal.
St. Louise de Marillac: a committed woman (Part 3 of 5)
by Famvin Media Resources | May 6, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments
Louise de Marillac, awakened by her faith in a God who takes the side of the poor, sees the person in distress and takes action.
Firewood for the Soul: The Candle Stick
by Samantha Hill | May 6, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.
The Northern Missions
by Sister Susan Smolinsky, SC | Mar 14, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
The Sisters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul, Halifax served in the northern missions of Canada in cities, towns and villages.
“Journey of the Heart” Lenten Video Series from Basilica Shrine of the Miraculous Medal – Part 11
by .famvin | Mar 14, 2024 | Formation
Three people further explore Lenten fasting and its meanings.
Anecdotes of the Vincentian Family: The Travels of Frederic
by Javier F. Chento | Dec 9, 2023 | Formation
The first time Frederic Ozanam ever traveled on his own, from Lyon to Paris, was November 2, 1831; he was about to start his studies at the Faculty of Law. He departed in a horse-drawn stagecoach to cover the 292 miles. It took three days and three nights to arrive in...
The Immaculate Conception: Vincentian Perspectives
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 8, 2023 | Church, Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
The presence of Mary is abundant, clear and solid in the experience of St. Louise and St. Vincent.
How What I Dreaded Became a Source of Life
by John Freund, CM | Dec 8, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
St. Vincent placed great importance on what he called “Repetition of Prayer.”
Vincentian Advent Reflections 2023 – Week 2
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 8, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
We are called to be compassionate to all.
A Canadian View: Hope Can Overcome Hopelessness
by Jim Paddon | Dec 7, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
As we enter another Christmas time with lots of hopes and prayers it may be a good time to reflect on this world, we are living in which at times seems like a hopeless situation for many.
A Vincentian View: Back to the Beginning
by Pat Griffin, CM | Dec 6, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Are you ready for the beginning of a new liturgical year?
Is Advent “Missing In Action?”
by John Freund, CM | Dec 6, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
During this Advent season, may I suggest a modest approach to recovering the sense of our radical Advent hope.
Go out of the Old World of Old Men
by Ross Dizon | Dec 5, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus sees fit to go out of the bosom of the Father to announce the Good News to the poor and to bring in the new heavens and the new earth. It seems that John, like Jeremiah, has the Lord’s word in his heart as a fire one cannot put out. It makes the son of...
Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 33
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 5, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.