Formation
Announcing the Good News of Salvation in the Footsteps of Saint Vincent
by Famvin Media Resources | May 31, 2024 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation | 0 Comments
This presentation, based on a talk by Fr. Emeric Amyot d’Inville, C.M., was addressed to the Congregation of the Mission but could be applicable to any branch of the Vincentian Family involved in teaching and sharing our faith.
Re-evaluating Your Childhood Beliefs
by John Freund, CM | May 31, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
I would be surprised if you haven’t re-evaluated some of your childhood beliefs.
How Mother Seton Teaches Us About the Gift of God Himself
by Danielle Bean | May 30, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton believed in the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist even before she was fully received into the Church.
“Seeing” Homelessness Through Data
by Lydia Stazen | May 30, 2024 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 0 Comments
Street homelessness is in many ways a very visible social and infrastructure issue, while sheltered homelessness and inadequate housing are less obvious to the observer.
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A Vincentian View: Inspiration
by Pat Griffin, CM | Jun 19, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
We pray for the inspiration of the Holy Spirit as we pray and live the Gospel.
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What Wise People are in your Life?
by John Freund, CM | Jun 19, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
A truly wise person helps you to see, and helps you step back to get perspective.
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Contemplation: To Discern, Not to Decide
by Tim Williams | Jun 18, 2024 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
This post originally appeared on ssvpusa.org In the Society of St Vincent de Paul, “all decisions are made by...
Gratitude: The Key (1 Cor. 9: 16-19; Mk.1:29-39)
by Tom McKenna, CM | Mar 6, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
A question: what is it that allows people to keep on giving? What is it that motivates someone who isn’t receiving any reward or payment to continue being generous?
Lenten Conferences of Fr. Lacordaire No. 13
by .famvin | Mar 6, 2024 | Formation
Lenten Series of reflections taken from the Conferences of the Rev. Lacordaire.
Post-COVID Modern Day Rip Van Winkles
by John Freund, CM | Mar 6, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
The “digital revolution” began some 50 years ago depending upon which milestone you choose. We are just now beginning to realize how this digital revolution is impacting every facet of our lives.
Contemplation: Guideposts on the Journey – SSVP USA, a Weekly Reflection
by Tim Williams | Mar 5, 2024 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
This post originally appeared on ssvpusa.org To boast about our accomplishments in works of charity brings to mind a routine by the comedian Chris Rock, in which he jokes about people who brag when they do what they are supposed to do. (“I graduated high...
“Journey of the Heart” Lenten Video Series from Basilica Shrine of the Miraculous Medal – Part 8
by .famvin | Mar 5, 2024 | Formation
Three people reflect on how almsgiving manifests the Lord’s love in ourselves and those around us.
Lift up the Son of Man on the Cross
by Ross Dizon | Mar 5, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Those in power lift up Jesus on the wood of the cross. In letting them do so, he proves true his word that God so loves the world that he gives his only Son, so that those who believe in him may have eternal life. The Lord tells Moses to lift up on a pole a serpent...
Lenten Conferences of Fr. Lacordaire No. 12
by .famvin | Mar 5, 2024 | Formation
Lenten Series of reflections taken from the Conferences of the Rev. Lacordaire.
Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 46
by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 5, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.
New Wine, New Wineskins
by Mary Frances Jaster | Mar 4, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
We have a new baby in our family. Jacob is just two weeks old, and he has captured me in a surprising way. Why am I so surprised?