Formation
Pope Francis – The Poor Are True Evangelizers
by John Freund, CM | December 1, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change | 2 Comments
Sometimes we wish we were among those who walked with Jesus 2000 years ago. Pope Francis boldly says… even today we do walk with them.
Advent Letter 2021 by Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, CM
by Tomaž Mavrič, CM | December 1, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family | 1 Comment
Outskirts of Large Cities and Towns
by Ross Dizon | November 30, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Vincentian Prayer Images: One of the Great Saints of History IX
by John Freund, CM | November 30, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
St. Vincent wrote: “what a beautiful sight are the poor if we consider them in God…”
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5 Things St. Gregory the Great and Mother Seton Had in Common
by Tom Hoopes | Sep 3, 2022 | Formation
The wisdom of the Saints transcends time and place, as we see in the lives of St. Gregory the Great and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton. Separated by 1,200 years, each Saint lived in tumultuous times, balancing action and contemplation in ways that are relevant in any age.
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Sisters of Charity of Nazareth Associates: A 50 Year History 1972-2022 (Part 11)
by Kelly McDaniels | Sep 3, 2022 | Formation
Throughout the more than 200 year history of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth (SCN), friends from the broader community have walked beside the Sisters in their call to follow the charism of St. Vincent de Paul and St. Louise de Marillac. From the earliest days, these partners have been integral to the SCN mission.
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Can You Believe What the Pope Said About Old Age?
by John Freund, CM | Sep 2, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Six months ago, Pope Francis began a 16-part reflection on old age by asking the Holy Spirit to help us understand and appreciate the great contribution that the elderly can make to a just and fraternal society.
Why This Suffering?
by Tom McKenna, CM | Feb 14, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Why This Suffering? (Job 7) If you were charged with collecting a series of writings aimed to persuade people that God is overflowingly good and ever desirous for the good of His people, would you have included the Book of Job? We look in on the main character, this...
Connecting Ash Wednesday, Valentine’s Day and Systemic Change
by John Freund, CM | Feb 14, 2018 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change, Vincentian Family
At first glance, it may seem like quite a stretch to connect Ash Wednesday, Valentine’s Day and Systemic Change. But hear me out. Actually, it is not that hard.
Podcast:It is More than Just the Dreamers
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Feb 13, 2018 | Formation, Justice and Peace, Social
Current issues are up front at DePaul University's Offie of Mission and values. You can listen online or download this Vincentian Heritage podcast. Here's a recent one on immigration policy in the United States. This episode is written and read by Rev. Craig Mousin,...
Desert: Trial and Grace; Cross and Resurrection
by Ross Dizon | Feb 13, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus overcomes Satan in the desert. He thus reveals that he is the Firstborn of the new creation and the Head of the new people of God. The Spirit drives Jesus out into the desert. Jesus stays there for forty days, tempted by Satan, living with wild beast and...
Take a tour of the Chapel of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal (rue du Bac)
by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 11, 2018 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation
Every Vincentian should have the opportunity to see the chapel at Rue du Bac, where Our Lady appeared to St. Catherine Labouré. If you can’t get there in person, take this virtual tour!
5 Myths About Being a Vincentian Volunteer
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Feb 11, 2018 | Formation, Other Branch News, Reflections
In a great piece of writing, the Vincentian Volunteers of Cincinnati teach us some good information for volunteer recruitment and how to write a great article! There are many misconceptions about doing a year of service. This post looks to dispel some of these myths...
Successes, Expectations, Needs, Challenges and Difficulties of Collaboration in Africa
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Feb 10, 2018 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
The Vincentian Family is on the move in Africa and Madagascar. In 2009, we were making plans. What follows is an excerpt from "Collaboration in the Vincentian Family: Needs, Expectations, Models," A paper presented by Michael Ngoka, C.M., at the Session for the...
Vincentians Are About Belonging… And Tension
by John Freund, CM | Feb 10, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Heeding the call to conversion that translates into being servants of hospitality and communion and belonging brings with it tension. But this tension is part and parcel of the Gospel challenge to wake up to belonging. Let’s be the bridge to belonging.
Lenten Letter 2018 from Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, CM, to the Vincentian Family
by Javier F. Chento | Feb 10, 2018 | Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
In the Lenten letter of this year, Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, CM, 24th successor of St. Vincent, invites us to reflect on the Virgin Mary in the Vincentian tradition, as one of the pillars in the spirituality of St. Vincent of Paul. You can read it below. At the end of the...