Formation
On the Winds of Pentecost with Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
by Elisabeth Scalia | June 5, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
At Pentecost, we celebrate the descent of the Holy Spirit and the birth of the Church through imagery of divine wind and fire. For Mother Seton—and for Catholics today—it’s within the storms and wreckage of life that grace is encountered, and new paths are revealed.
The Pope Video • For Families
by .famvin | June 4, 2022 | Church, Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: For Families.
Terror in Ukraine: 100 Days of a Senseless War
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | June 3, 2022 | Conflict in Ukraine, Formation, News | 0 Comments
Today, the Russian military operation that culminated with the invasion of Ukraine reaches its 100th day.
A Video On St. Louise’s Pentecost “Lumière” Experience From Mission and Ministry Depaul University
by Famvin Media Resources | June 3, 2022 | Formation | 0 Comments
Journey with St. Louise de Marillac, to Saint-Nicolas-des-Champs church where she experienced a vision on Pentecost Sunday, June 4, 1623.
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Vincentian Voices Network for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
by Jim Paddon | Jan 9, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
The Vincentian Voices Network (VVN) seeks to find ways to give a voice to the voiceless.
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A Vincentian Minute: Windows on Saint Vincent’s Vision (Part 8)
by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 8, 2023 | Formation
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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Lessons From My Christmas Conversion
by Heather King | Jan 8, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
We used to celebrate Christmas for forty days, a period symbolizing conversion. Mother Seton’s own life-changing Christmas experience prompts us to ask ourselves—did we open our hearts to the Christ child this year? Or did we lock the door of the inn?
Our Declaration of Independence – An Examination of Conscience
by John Freund, CM | Jul 3, 2019 | Formation, Justice and Peace, Reflections, Systemic change
Reading our “declaration of independence” can serve as an examination of conscience on the struggles in living out this declaration over the two and a half centuries since then.
Marks of Jesus in Those He Is Sending
by Ross Dizon | Jul 2, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus tells us to go on our way. He sends us like lambs among wolves, proclaiming that the kingdom of God is at hand and bearing his marks. Mission marks the followers of Jesus. He sends the Twelve (Lk 9, 1-6), but also seventy-two others. So, Jesus...
Sanctity and Unity in Diversity
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Jul 1, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
At the same time that we achieve “unity in diversity,” another unfoldment automatically takes place: the search for holiness.
“Be Still” & CVV Digital Story
by Mary Frances Jaster, CVV | Jul 1, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
Two stories from Colorado Vincentian Volunteers: “Be Still” by Mary Adamand a digital story by Maggie Loughran.
Videos for Feast Day of Bl. Pier Giorgio Frassati
by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 30, 2019 | Formation
“Blessed Pier Giorgio had no formula for charity other than putting the needs of his neighbor first.” – from frassatiusa.org
July 4: Feast of Bl. Pier Giorgio Frassati
by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 28, 2019 | Formation
Watch this fantastic video by Frassati USA and get to know this Vincentian Family Blessed who teaches us that holiness is possible for everyone!
When Life Gets In the Way of Prayer
by John Freund, CM | Jun 28, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
Contemplation can be cultivated in many ways that don’t require a monastic, solitary, silent approach. St. Vincent shows us to pray in a different and more concrete way.
A Vincentian View: The Sign of the Cross
by Pat Griffin, CM | Jun 26, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
The sign of the cross enables us to confess our belief in our Triune God in a regular though sometimes forgetful manner.
A Parable – Paying attention to details
by John Freund, CM | Jun 26, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
We can learn from Pope Francis how little things can be so significant in a “culture of encounter.”