Formation
Vincentian Prayer Images: One of the Great Saints of History XI
by John Freund, CM | December 14, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
St. Vincent wrote: “We are living on the patrimony of Jesus Christ, on the sweat of the poor.”
A Vincentian Minute: Thoughts on Blessed Frederic Ozanam, Part 3
by Famvin Media Resources | December 12, 2021 | Formation | 1 Comment
Fr. Aidan Rooney, C.M. wraps up his video series on Blessed Frederic Ozanam, one of the principal thinkers of the Vincentian Way.
Do No Harm
by Nuala Kenny | December 12, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Convergence and commitment on child sexual exploitation and abuse.
The Vincentian Lay Missionaries in Ireland
by Famvin Media Resources | December 10, 2021 | Formation, News, Vincentian Lay Missionaries | 0 Comments
Learn about the Vincentian Lay Missionaries in Ireland in this video produced by Vincentian Family Ireland.
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In Giving, We Receive
by Ellen Sprigg | Sep 12, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
It always amazes me how in one week, a volunteer mission team can build relationships that leave such a lasting impact.
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September 11: Feast of St. John Gabriel Perboyre, C.M.
by Famvin Media Resources | Sep 11, 2022 | Formation
On the feast day of St. John Gabriel Perboyre, C.M., we offer this brief presentation based on an article that...
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Saint Vincent de Paul is very much alive today, everywhere!
by .famvin | Sep 10, 2022 | Formation
Saint Vincent is for us a model of someone who, to the very end, maintained his enthusiasm, youthful heart, strong convictions and rebellious spirit in the face of injustice.
Anniversaries – Pope Francis (5) and St. Vincent (400)
by John Freund, CM | Mar 17, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
We just marked two anniversaries – the fifth anniversary of Pope Francis and the 400th anniversary of the Vincentian charism or way of following Christ the Evangelizer of the Poor. What are the lessons for us?
More Stories– Vincentian Virtues in Action
by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 16, 2018 | Formation
This Lent we have been discovering the Vincentian Virtues, through short videos.
Why Step Across?
by Tom McKenna, CM | Mar 14, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Why Step Across? (Leviticus 13; Mark 1) A concept that shows up in the history of religions is the one of boundaries, the borders between what is permissible and what is forbidden. These lines in the sand separating the holy from the sinful figure prominently all...
“If You See Something, Say Something” – A Vincentian Perspective
by John Freund, CM | Mar 14, 2018 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
A Vincentian reading of “If you See Something, Say Something.” Being the voice of the Voiceless.
Everyone, No Matter One’s Nationality
by Ross Dizon | Mar 13, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Lifted up from the earth, Jesus draws everyone to himself. He wants us to die with him on the cross, so that we may have eternal life. One can safely say that everyone looks for self-fulfillment. We may not be able to define it or specify the right means of...
Simple Guide to Apostolic Reflection
by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 11, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Lent is a time to reflect, a time to listen. Here is a simple PowerPoint to guide your group step by step in the process of apostolic reflection.
Every Saint Has A Past, Every Sinner Has A Future
by John Freund, CM | Mar 10, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
“The only difference between a saint and a sinner is that every saint has a past, and every sinner has a future.”
Young Adults, Social Justice and the Church
by London, Ontario, Canada Vincentian youth | Mar 10, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Our youth group understands the importance of direct service to our community and advocacy or promotion of "social change." We recognize that charity only helps a small few and only for short periods of time. We recognize the government can make the necessary...
Reflection: Folleville and Châtillon: Origin of the Terms Mission and Charity
by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 9, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Seventh presentation in a series of reflections by Fr. Rolando Gutiérrez, CM, Vice-Province of Costa Rica.