The blessing of abundance carries with it a responsibility. Jesus points out that truth when he tells the parable of the rich man with the abundant harvest.
Formation
Louise de Marillac: Animator of the Confraternities of Charity
by Famvin Media Resources | April 19, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments
In May 1629, Vincent de Paul made a request of Louise de Marillac. Would she accept going to Montmirail to visit the Confraternities of Charity established in that town and the neighboring villages?
Undervalued Gift
by John Freund, CM | April 19, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
I am finally becoming aware of the gift I have taken for granted all my life. The home we call Planet Earth. I suspect I am not alone in this.
Happiness
by Jim Claffey, CM | April 18, 2024 | Formation, News, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 1 Comment
The annual World Happiness Report is out. But a lot of people won’t be happy.
Solidarity – in Life, Death, and New Life (Mark 14:1-15:47)
by Tom McKenna, CM | April 17, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
A remark I once overheard: “I don’t mind suffering when nobody knows about it – as long as somebody knows about it!”
Corinth – Is the Past Prologue?
by John Freund, CM | Aug 3, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
In “The Tempest,” Shakespeare wrote, “What’s past is prologue!” Antonio is rationalizing the past as setting the stage for their next act, as a prologue does in a play.
Alert to the Dangers the World Poses
by Ross Dizon | Aug 2, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus is the cry that seek to alert us of the risks that we run. For we live in a world that fosters individualism...
The Gift of Community: A Letter to a Future Volunteer
by Erin Casey-DaCosta, CVV 16 | Jun 14, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Savor the good times, and yes, even the challenging times. Community is absolutely incredible, and so much more than a simple definition could ever capture.
A Canadian View: Poverty and Human Dignity
by Jim Paddon | Jun 14, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
The first Principle of Catholic Social Teaching is the Principle of Human Dignity which states that Every human being is created in the image of God and redeemed by Jesus Christ, and therefore is invaluable and worthy of respect as a member of the human family. The...
A Vincentian View: Family Gatherings
by Pat Griffin, CM | Jun 13, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
In the past two weeks, I have been to two important family events. One, a wedding in Milwaukee, enabled me to be surrounded by my brothers and sisters and their spouses for a few days. It was wonderful to be together and talk about our parents and their children. I...
The Next Greatest Generation
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Jun 12, 2018 | Formation, Social Media
Specialized social media platforms are facilitating the release of the creative and compassionate energy of today’s “greatest generation”.
Sowers of the Seed of the Kingdom of God
by Ross Dizon | Jun 12, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus is the Sower of the seed of the kingdom of God. This Teacher wants his disciples to imitate him and be sowers who put their trust in God and are persevering. Our own failures and opposition from people can easily discourage us and make us tire of doing good. ...
Congregation of the Mission (Vincentians) In Their Own Words
by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 10, 2018 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation
Enjoy this video featuring three Vincentian priests who express in their own words the obvious love they have towards the Vincentian Charism as they enthusiastically explain what they do, and give some background about St. Vincent de Paul.
Integrating the Vincentian Tradition
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Jun 10, 2018 | Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
Since 1856, Niagara University has been living the Vincentian tradition in upstate New York (USA). They continue to research and study this tradition.
The Pope Video • Social Networks
by Elizabeth Astridge | Jun 9, 2018 | Church, Formation, Reflections
This month, the Pope asks us to pray that social networks may work towards that inclusiveness which respects others for their differences. Pope Francis - June 2018 The Internet is a gift of God, but it is also a...
St. Vincent and the Dignity of All Persons
by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 8, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
In this video, John Bridges, DePaul Emeritus Society; Former Assistant Dean, Director of Admission and Alumni Relations of the Theater School at DePaul University tells a story about his sister and how he came to understand more about Vincent de Paul through the Heritage Tour.