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Mine Eyes Have Seen the Glory (Rev. 22: 16; Jn 17: 20-26)
by Tom McKenna, CM | June 1, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
The word Glory shows up frequently in the Scriptures, all those praises of God’s Glory and in particular Jesus’ petitions to His Father asking to give the disciples (and all of us) the Glory that the Father has given Him.
Memorial Day After Mass Shootings
by John Freund, CM | June 1, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
My feelings have been all over the lot after two mass shootings. The more I learn, the more intense my feelings.
Gifts of Christ Who Has Gone up to Heaven
by Ross Dizon | May 31, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Vincentian Prayer Images: One of the Great Saints of History XXXV
by John Freund, CM | May 31, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
One of the reasons for Saint Vincent de Paul to be considered a key figure in the history of the holiness of the Church is his style of living his vocation. Each week we will present an example.
Vincentian Prayer Images: Contemporary Art 12
by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 17, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of St. Vincent de Paul as portrayed by a contemporary artist.
A Vincentian Minute: Windows on Saint Vincent’s Vision (Part 9)
by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 15, 2023 | Formation
In this series Fr. Rooney explores Fr. Jack Melito, CM’s inquiries into the experiences that shaped Vincent de Paul’s life.
Life of Blessed Nemesia Valle
by Famvin Media Resources | Apr 26, 2019 | Formation
Sr. Némésia Valle (Sisters of St. Joan Antida) was beatified on this date in 2004 by Pope St. John Paul II.
Recognizing Jesus in the Breaking of Bread … Today
by John Freund, CM | Apr 26, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
Perhaps for the first time, I asked myself why did the breaking of the bread open their eyes more than seeing and listening to Jesus along the road.
A Canadian View: Reconciliation (Part 2)
by Jim Paddon | Apr 25, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
Part two of how reconciliation was used as the foundation of the Truth and Reconciliation (TRC) commission.
The Experience of the Risen Christ in the Galilee of the Poor
by Alexande Nahass Franco, CM | Apr 24, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
To return to Galilee, the place of the pre-Easter follow-up, means to take up the story of Jesus, converting it into a new start and a new sense of life.
Achievement to Implementation
by Tom McKenna, CM | Apr 24, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
Certain stories might well be styled “echoing” because they reverberate with the inner story a person tells about herself.
Emmaus – Beginning a Systemic Change Process
by John Freund, CM | Apr 24, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
As we read the Acts of the Apostles in this Easter season we see how it took time for the good news of the resurrection to sink in. Each Easter season I am amazed at what I learn about myself and ministry in their struggles.
Go forth in Peace with Faith and Courage
by Ross Dizon | Apr 23, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
The risen Jesus is with us always. He gives us his peace and strengthens our faith, so that we may go forth to share the Good News.
Vincentian Volunteers
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Apr 22, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Vincentians act as volunteers in favor of families in need, and institute charitable organizations that serve children, young people, the sick and elderly.
Social Justice Conversations: Power to the People
by Jack Murphy | Apr 17, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
More Vincentians are asking deeper questions and looking for ways to enkindle families and to link them with resources to move them to financial stability.