Formation

The Congregation of the Mission: Revitalizing Our Identity

by Famvin Media Resources | January 21, 2022 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation | 0 Comments

Some preparatory materials are being provided ahead of the 2022 CM General Assembly, for reflection and sharing. One of the documents is “The identity of the CM at the beginning of its fifth centenary” by Vinícius Augusto Teixeira, CM.

Pope Francis – Mothers Hold Things Together!

by John Freund, CM | January 21, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

We hope that everything will be all right and then, like a bolt from the blue, an unexpected problem arises. Our expectations clash painfully with reality.

Quick Quiz On Homelessness (Most Will Flunk)

by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | January 20, 2022 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections | 0 Comments

Everything you thought you knew about the homeless population is wrong, at least if your source is the one most people cite- the media or your own personal experience.

A Vincentian View: The Synod and the Spirit

by Pat Griffin, CM | January 19, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

Whenever I have taught the Epistles of Paul or instructed lectors on these texts, I emphasize that one must read these letters as if they were addressed to oneself and to a Christian community gathered to hear them.

Weekly Broadcasts: #RosaryLIVE

by .famvin | Oct 10, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

In celebration of the Month of the Holy Rosary, Fr. Timothy Lyons, CM, and Sr. Michelle Nguyen, DC, discuss the Marian character and scriptural depth of the Rosary prayer

A Vincentian Minute: Vincentian Educational Values – Part 3

by Famvin Media Resources | Oct 9, 2022 | Formation

In this series Fr. Rooney explores the Values of Vincentian Education proposed by Daughter of Charity Sr. Louise Sullivan.

St. Catherine Labouré and St. Vincent de Paul

by Famvin Media Resources | Oct 7, 2022 | Formation

Presentation about the special connection between St. Catherine and St. Vincent de Paul.

There Must Be a Path Here…

by John Freund, CM | Jun 15, 2018 | Formation, Reflections

Are there any events that in retrospect changed your life? Have there been times when you realized how much good came out of something that seemed so bad at the time?

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...

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. ...