Formation
Images from Ukraine
by Max Rodríguez | March 24, 2022 | Conflict in Ukraine, Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
The images that are presented to us through the press and social networks from Ukraine are heartbreaking.
The Vincentian Family Prays for Peace and Joins in the Consecration of Russia and Ukraine to the Heart of Mary
by Vincentian Family Office | March 24, 2022 | Conflict in Ukraine, Featured, Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice, Vincentian Family | 0 Comments
On Friday, March 25, during the celebration of Reconciliation that he will preside over at 5:00 p.m. in St. Peter’s Basilica, Pope Francis will consecrate Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
Lenten Video Series, Day 19: Motherhood
by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | March 23, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Kate Rose explains the sacrifices of motherhood from conception to caring for another life.
“Something More” (Exodus 3:1-15)
by Tom McKenna, CM | March 23, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 2 Comments
Through the ages, the episode of Moses and the burning bush has figured into the religious experience of many.
Advent Receptivity (Matthew 3:1-12)
by Tom McKenna, CM | Nov 30, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
One way to hear the Advent Gospel message is to put ourselves in the shoes of all those people walking out to that desert to listen to John the Baptist.
Where Do “Thanks” Go After Thanksgiving Day?
by John Freund, CM | Nov 30, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
For most, but not for everyone, Thanksgiving is a day with lots of good things to eat, parades and football games to watch, family traditions to be celebrated.
Advent Reflections (Day 4)
by Famvin Media Resources | Nov 29, 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.
St. Catherine Labouré: A Dream Comes True
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 7, 2018 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation
SlideShare presentation that shows the connection between St. Catherine and St. Vincent, through dreams and visions whose meaning she did not understand at first.
My New Way of Entering Into Advent Expectation
by John Freund, CM | Dec 7, 2018 | Formation, Reflections, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice, Systemic change
This year my image of Advent is an image of expectant parents excitedly seeking, and rejoicing in, the evidence of life stirring in a womb of God’s people.
VLM/VMC Impact: Continuing to Embrace the Vincentian Charism
by Krissy (Bennett) Bruce | Dec 6, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Meet Krissy Bruce, a 2007 and 2008 Vincentian Lay Missionary in Ethiopia, and learn how she continues to embrace the Vincentian Charism today.
The Future Pulls The Present
by Tom McKenna, CM | Dec 5, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Advent (Ad: toward; Vent: coming), lays out the direction of the season. It doesn’t just celebrate the future but what of that future is being poured into the present.
A Baby Changes Everything
by John Freund, CM | Dec 5, 2018 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
Having a baby is a life-changer. It bears repeating. A baby changes everything. One baby changed everything – for everyone – literally!
Personally Seeing and Receiving God’s Salvation
by Ross Dizon | Dec 4, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus is the salvation of God in person. Only those who repent and renew themselves personally will see and receive God’s salvation.
Dec. 1: Foundation Day of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 2, 2018 | Formation, Sisters of Charity
The pioneer spirit of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth began in a log house in Kentucky. That spirit continues today in the United States and across the globe.
Daughters of Charity: Bridge
by .famvin | Nov 30, 2018 | Daughters of Charity, Formation
A YouTube video beautifully illustrates how the Daughters of Charity serve those in need, with compassion and strength, ministering in the everyday worlds of the poor and the marginalized.
Ever Wanted a Do-over?
by John Freund, CM | Nov 30, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Ever Wanted a Do-over? Vincent did! I suspect we all have. How about helping others rebuild their lives by speaking out on their behalf?