Formation
Mary’s Experience of Her Son’s Resurrection
by John Freund, CM | April 22, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
“How was your Easter?” How many times have you said that recently? Usually, it leads to a lively conversation about family gatherings, etc.
Investing in our Planet can look like Simplicity, Connection, & Hope
by Julia Gerwe | April 21, 2022 | Formation | 0 Comments
As a sustainability and climate educator serving with the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, Kentucky, I spend a lot of time thinking about our common home: this lovely planet Earth.
Black Catholics and Racial Injustice
by Joseph P. Foley, C.M. | April 21, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
As North American social justice advocates from various branches of the Vincentian Family we have continually addressed the situation of people disadvantaged by racial injustice.
Can one word change the world? Yes!
by John Freund, CM | April 20, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
Today I would like to explore the “annunciation” of the greatest change in human thinking. Mary’s yes changed HER world … and OUR world!
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God Up Close (Mt. 11:2-11)
by Tom McKenna, CM | Dec 14, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Something with which most every believer can struggle is the felt nearness of God: how close up do I sense the Divine presence?
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How do you handle conflict? An Examination of Conscience.
by John Freund, CM | Dec 14, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
A simple fact of life. We don’t always agree… especially on things that are important to us.
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Advent Reflections (Day 18)
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 13, 2022 | Formation
Our Advent series examines the virtue of gentleness through daily reflections from the book “Seasons in Spirituality” by Fr. Robert Maloney, C.M.
Sisters of Charity Federation Lenten Video Reflections
by Sisters of Charity Federation | Mar 9, 2019 | Formation, News, Reflections
The Sisters of Charity Federation is hosting a series of online video reflections during Lent, beginning Sunday, March 10.
The Pope Video • Recognition of the Right of Christian Communities
by .famvin | Mar 9, 2019 | Church, Formation, Reflections
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: Recognition of the Right of Christian Communities
2019 Lenten Calendar
by .famvin | Mar 8, 2019 | Formation
Famvin’s 2019 Lenten Calendar will help remind you to try the daily meditative prayer and other practices outlined in Superior General Fr. Tomaž Mavrič’s Lenten and Advent letters.
Changing the Clocks of Our Lives
by John Freund, CM | Mar 8, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
This year the changing of our time clocks coincides with the beginning of Lent. is an opportunity to step back and look at the vocational choices we have already made – marital, religious, or priestly.
A Vincentian View: What’s in a Name?
by Pat Griffin, CM | Mar 6, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
Growing up, those not familiar with my family would frequently confuse our names. I confess to some annoyance when someone got my name wrong.
Questions Leading to “Metanoia” or Changing our Way of Thinking
by John Freund, CM | Mar 6, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
One of the big challenges many of us face is not only to think beyond ourselves. We also need to change the way we think about how we serve the needs of our sisters and brothers.
Temptations that We Have to Overcome
by Ross Dizon | Mar 5, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
The Son of God is also a son of Adam. So, he goes through the temptations that we humans face. And he shows us how to overcome them, so we may be true to ourselves and our mission. Jesus’ temptations are essentially the same as those of Adam and the Israelites...
Daily Prayer Podcast: The God Minute
by .famvin | Mar 5, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
The God Minute is a short, reflective morning prayer based on the Divine Office that includes a psalm, a short reading and a reflection.
Creativity in the Conferences
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Mar 4, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
One of the greatest challenges for the Vincentian Conferences of the Society is to prevent routine and monotony from invading the activity of the group.