They were comfortable… until they were told a story. Then they learned an uncomfortable truth. The person in the story out there hid in their own heart.
Formation
February 7: Blessed Rosalie Rendu, D.C.
by Famvin Media Resources | February 6, 2022 | Formation | 0 Comments
Towards the Fifth Centenary of the Congregation of the Mission
by Marlio Nasayó Liévano, c.m. | February 6, 2022 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation | 0 Comments
Let us try to understand and appreciate the desires of St. Vincent de Paul regarding his “Little Company.”
Circular Letter from the President General of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul
by Vincentian Family Office | February 5, 2022 | Formation, News, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 1 Comment
We are pleased to announce that this year’s Circular Letter, written by the International President General, has been published.
The Pope Video • For Religious Sisters and Consecrated Women
by .famvin | February 5, 2022 | Church, Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: For Religious Sisters and Consecrated Women.
Just Servants of the Holy Lord
by Ross Dizon | Oct 18, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus is the image of the all-just God who alone is good. Before him and before God, no one is just. Last Sunday’s...
Vincentian Prayer Images: “The Colors of Charity” • 20
by Famvin Media Resources | Oct 18, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
This series is a visual memory of the art exhibition “The Colors of Charity,” which was on exhibit from 15 December 2017 to 25 February 2018 at the Collegio Alberoni of Piacenza.
July 16, 1900: First Sisters of St. Martha Arrived in Antigonish
by Famvin Media Resources | Jul 13, 2018 | Formation, Sisters of Charity
Learn a bit about the Sisters of St. Martha, then and now, in this brief article and video.
Send the Elevator Back Down
by John Freund, CM | Jul 13, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Is sending the elevator back down enough? Thoughts on accompaniment.
The Gift of Vulnerability: Everyone Has a Story
by Humberto Camarena, CVV 14 | Jul 12, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Everyone has a story that will break your heart. And, if you’re really paying attention, most people have a story that will bring you to your knees.
A Canadian View: The Guaranteed Basic Income
by Jim Paddon | Jul 12, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
What is a guaranteed basic income? How does it work and how can it help those living in poverty? The concept of providing a guaranteed basic income to all who qualify is an idea that has been around for some time but is a topic that is currently enjoying a higher...
A Vincentian View: Be Radical
by Pat Griffin, CM | Jul 11, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Elizabeth and Zechariah are willing to think “outside the box”, and give a new name to this extraordinary gift which comes into their midst.
Where’s the piccolo?
by John Freund, CM | Jul 11, 2018 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
Systemic change does not just happen. It takes the collaboration of many people with different gifts. Each of us has a role in the chorus.
The Poor Have Much to Teach Us #3
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Jul 10, 2018 | Formation
Video can be a good way for the poor to teach us. Monica, over at vinformation, suggests that we watch and ponder… and the poor will teach us.
Repent and Believe in the Gospel
by Ross Dizon | Jul 10, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus, though without sin, embodies what it means to repent. He calls us to preach repentance and become the visible and effective sign of what we preach. Jesus begins his public ministry, proclaiming: “The kingdom of God is at hand. Repent and believe in the...
Parish Becomes Intercultural
by Sr. Tracy Kemme | Jul 10, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
4,800 miles. That's how far our Guatemalan parishioners traveled from their villages to get to Cincinnati. Each of those miles meant stepping further away from their families and homeland, and closer to an uncertain future in a strange country. And yet they kept...