Almost every family has one. You know… the person who remembers the family history, the stories of Uncle… and Aunt…, the in-laws, and the outlaws.
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To the Virgin Mary With Saint Louise (Video)
by Famvin Media Resources | May 8, 2022 | Formation | 0 Comments
A new video by the Daughters of Charity International is appropriate for both Mary’s Month of May and the Feast of St. Louise.
Wicked Questions Lead to Reflection on Mental Health in Service
by Julia Gerwe | May 8, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
My years of service have taught me the importance of asking wicked questions.
Multi-faceted Louise de Marillac: “A Saint for Everyone” (Video)
by Famvin Media Resources | May 7, 2022 | Formation | 0 Comments
On May 9 we will celebrate the feast day of Saint Louise de Marillac. Learn more in this video by the Daughters of Charity International.
St. Louise de Marillac: An Outgoing Woman Full of Tenderness
by Famvin Media Resources | May 6, 2022 | Formation | 0 Comments
One of the most outstanding and perhaps least commented upon aspects of St. Louise’s character is her tenderness.
Hold Dear and Reflect on All These Things
by Ross Dizon | Dec 28, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
The baby lying in the manger bears the name Jesus and is Mary’s Son. He calls us to hold dear all that we hear and...
Our Longings Bring Us Closer to the Christ Child – and to Eternity
by Kathleen N. Hattrup | Dec 28, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Christmas is joyous, but it’s also a time when the stresses and conflicts of family life can lead to bitterness. In such moments we should follow the example of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, who knew that only by looking towards eternity can we attain peace here on earth.
Holy Pilgrimage to the Border
by Katharine Montemurri, CVV | Mar 4, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
In early February, a group of 18 Colorado Vincentian Volunteers, 4 staff began its pilgrimage to the Border of El Paso, Texas and Juarez, Mexico.
Bl. Pierre René Rogue, C.M., Martyr
by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 3, 2019 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation
A brief SlideShare presentation about Blessed Pierre René Rogue, C.M., martyr of the French Revolution.
Society of St. Vincent De Paul in the Middle of the Fight Against Poverty
by .famvin | Mar 3, 2019 | Formation, News, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Catholic News Service features work from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul and insight from its National President, Ralph Middlecamp on their fight against poverty.
Lenten Letter 2019 from Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, CM, to the Vincentian Family
by Tomaž Mavrič, CM | Mar 3, 2019 | Formation, News, Reflections, Vincentian Family
In this year’s Lenten letter, Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, CM, invites us to reflect on the Spiritual Direction, the Sacrament of Reconciliation and Faith Sharing.
Saints, Blessed, Venerable, and Servants of God of the Congregation of the Mission
by Javier F. Chento | Mar 2, 2019 | Formation
Father Tomaž Mavrič, CM, encourages knowledge among the Vincentian Family of the saints, blesseds and venerables who were members of the Little Company.
Introducing Lent 2019: Seeing Christ in All People
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Mar 2, 2019 | Announcements, Formation, Reflections, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
People share stories of how they have encountered Christ. Join them on this journey of faith, and dive deeper into the heart of Christ this Lent!
A Heart On Fire 400 Years Ago Shaped Our Church Today (Part 6)
by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 1, 2019 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation
Part 6 of the new video series written and narrated by Fr. John Freund, C.M.
A Vincentian Views the Abuse Synod
by John Freund, CM | Mar 1, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
Initial reporting on the “Abuse Synod’ featured all the things that did not happen at the Synod. Later, reflections look at what happened to the participants within the Synod and what impacted them.
A Canadian View: Housing and Homelessness
by Jim Paddon | Feb 28, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
One term we often see used is affordable housing, but I believe the term affordable is a very subjective.