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.
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by John Freund, CM | November 12, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
In recent years I have reflected on that wonderful phrase of Pope Francis – “the saints next door.”
by Mary Frances Jaster | November 11, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
As a member of the Social Justice Representatives of North America, I find myself grateful over and over again for the global view of the Vincentian Family.
by Pat Griffin, CM | November 10, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
I like the term “guardian.” It has an association with St. Joseph. Frequently he receives the title “Guardian of the Lord” and “Guardian of the Holy Family.”
by John Freund, CM | November 10, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change | 0 Comments
That day, as Jesus sat in the temple precincts, what impressed him? What caught his eye?
by Famvin Media Resources | Aug 23, 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.
by Kelly McDaniels | Aug 22, 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.
by Famvin Media Resources | Aug 21, 2022 | Formation
Coming up on August 30 is the feast day of Blessed Ghebre-Michael, an Ethiopian priest (associate of St. Justin de Jacobis, C.M.).
by Patricia de la Vega, DC | Jan 18, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Throughout my life I have sensed — thanks to my parents, family, friends, through the school, the parish — how my name was tattooed in the palm of God's hand. How is this? Because it is not a feeling, but an experience. It is difficult to explain, but very real. I...
by Tom McKenna, CM | Jan 17, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
The Holiness Quotient (Lk 2: 25-40) The initials “EQ.” Different from IQ, meaning Intelligence Quotient which measures mental ability, they stand for Emotional Quotient and refer to the degree to which one person can read the feelings and mood of another -- or more...
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Jan 16, 2018 | Formation, Social, Social Media
It seems that most Vincentian Family groups don’t understand why people really share on social media. Yes, people use social media for entertainment, to connect with others, and to be heard. Some even use it for formation. But there’s a deeper motivation behind why...
by Ross Dizon | Jan 16, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus embodies the change of mind, heart and behavior that the Gospel entails. The kingdom of God belongs to those who conform to this change and clothe themselves with Jesus. With the arrest of John the Baptist, a painful change enters his life. But God does not...
by David J. Dutschke, Mideast Region Voice of the Poor Leader | Jan 16, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
From my perspective as a long-time and former Louisville Catholic Charities employee serving in several different social justice ministry functions and now in my volunteer role as the Mideast Voice of the Poor Regional Leader, I’d like to offer during National Poverty...
by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 14, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Fourth presentation in a series of reflections by Fr. Rolando Gutiérrez, CM, Vice-Province of Costa Rica.
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Jan 14, 2018 | Formation, Justice and Peace, Reflections, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
As I struggled with my own anger over the continuing personal and political conduct of my President, I recalled these words of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.: "Now there is a final reason I think that Jesus says, "Love your enemies." It is this: that love has within it a...
by John Freund, CM | Jan 13, 2018 | Formation
Who do you think said it? Pope Francis? Maybe St. Vincent? When were these words uttered? Within the past month? Year?
by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 12, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Third presentation in a series of reflections by Fr. Rolando Gutiérrez, CM, Vice-Province of Costa Rica: “Turn the Medal Over”.