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Formation
A Journey Into Saint Louise’s Life
by Famvin Media Resources | May 13, 2022 | Formation | 0 Comments
In this video produced by Mission and Ministry DePaul University, Father Christopher Robinson, C.M., talks about Louise’s journey– her pilgrimage– towards God’s will for her.
Mother Deafness Is Real!
by John Freund, CM | May 13, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
Most mothers already know instinctively when “mother deafness” manifests itself in their teenagers. It is one of the most confusing and stressful periods of mothering.
Raising Awareness of the Sin of Racism
by Sandy Figueroa | May 12, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
In an attempt to raise awareness of the sin of racism, the congregation of the Sisters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul of New York have presented conferences, webinars, and other educational resources.
Out of the Darkness with Louise de Marillac and Elizabeth Ann Seton
by Lisa Lickona | May 12, 2022 | Formation | 2 Comments
Meditating on the trials and struggles of St. Louise de Marillac and Mother Seton gives us hope in these uncertain times.
Vincentian Prayer Images: Contemporary Art 10
by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 3, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of St. Vincent de Paul as portrayed by a contemporary artist.
Let Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Be Your Companion This Year
by Elisabeth Scalia | Jan 2, 2023 | Formation
Looking for a role model to inspire your New Year’s resolutions? Who better than St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, America’s first native-born Saint, whose feast day falls on January 4. She overcame the same obstacles we struggle with in our own lives. A friend we can identify with is one we are more likely to emulate.
Psst! The Best-kept Secret in the Vincentian Family
by John Freund, CM | Mar 15, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
Psst!… Want the map to a treasure trove of readily accessible insights about what makes Vincentians tick?
A Canadian View: Charity, Social Justice and the Vincentian – Part One
by Jim Paddon | Mar 14, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
As I meet and talk to fellow Vincentians about social justice, I am often asked what social justice is.
Feet in Two Worlds
by Tom McKenna, CM | Mar 13, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
Now a citizen of two worlds, each one operating from different instincts and expectations, he was pulled.
Does This Project Look Familiar?
by John Freund, CM | Mar 13, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
Try your hand at expressing how some projects work… or don’t work.
Pass over from Death to Life, from Evil to Good
by Ross Dizon | Mar 12, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus has the words of eternal life. They go and listen to him, those who seek to pass over from death to life, from evil to good. Jesus goes up the mountain to pray. Coming along are Peter, John and James. Why choose them? It is surely not because they simply do...
Young People, the “Now” of God
by Robert Maloney, C.M. | Mar 12, 2019 | Formation, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Frederic pointed out that young people have drive and enthusiasm, imagination and spontaneity. They bring new horizons to communities.
The Vincentian DNA
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Mar 11, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
To have Vincentian DNA means to have the same principles as our founders, to act with the same primitive spirit that inspired Ozanam and his followers…
Lenten Meditation: The Cross for Vincentians
by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 10, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
Some thoughts, this Lent, about sharing the self-giving love of Christ with each other.
A Voice From Ireland, UK & Europe: God Has No Country!
by Dee Mansi | Mar 10, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
I keep this mantra ‘God has no country’ close to mind when I question international decisions on border blunders and migration.