Formation

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.

Questioning God’s First Question

by John Freund, CM | June 3, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

Do you remember God’s first question? It’s one parents often ask their children. But it is also one that has many meanings according to the context.

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.

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?

Annual Mass of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Ireland, Broadcast on National TV

by .famvin | Jan 7, 2023 | Formation, Society of St. Vincent de Paul

On November 27th we participated in the annual Sunday celebration of the Eucharist for the members of Society of St. Vincent de Paul… a celebration that was broadcast on RTÉ.

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.