Formation
A Vincentian View: The Guardian
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.”
Learning to See What Jesus Sees?
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?
Clouds by Day, and Fire by Night
by Ross Dizon | November 9, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Vincentian Prayer Images: One of the Great Saints of History VI
by John Freund, CM | November 9, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Vincent would try to lift the poor out of their corporal and spiritual poverty and to make the rich put themselves at the service of the poor.
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Sisters of Charity of Nazareth Associates: A 50 Year History 1972-2022 (Part 08)
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.
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August 30: Blessed Ghebre-Michael
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.).
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For a synodal Church: communion, participation and mission
by Vincentian Family Office | Aug 21, 2022 | Daughters of Charity, Formation
Synodality represents the main road for the Church, called to renew herself under the action of the Spirit and by listening to the Word.
Who said…?
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?
Reflection: Turn the Medal Over
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”.
We can’t wait to hear about their adventures! #IAMVincent
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Jan 11, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
CVV23-ers (a.k.a., Colorado Vincentian Volunteers) Christin, Allison, Lauren, and Cassady had the incredible opportunity to spend the past 4 days living and working alongside the Sisters of Charity in New Orleans. It looks like they had a blast and enjoyed learning...
Called By Name #VincentiansofWherever #IamVincent
by Katie Kerr, CVV 13 | Jan 11, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
“The measure of our compassion lies not in our service to those on the margins, but in our willingness to see ourselves in kinship. And that means the decided movement towards awe and giant steps away from judgement.” -Greg Boyle, SJ A few weeks ago, I walked into a...
Oprah, Mothers and Change
by John Freund, CM | Jan 10, 2018 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
Is there a connection between Oprah, Mothers and Change?
Lamb of God who Takes away the Sins of the World
by Ross Dizon | Jan 9, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus is the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world. Happy are those who, accepting his invitation, enter into communion with him. Once again, John the Baptist announces that Jesus is the Lamb of God. Because of this second announcement, two disciples of...
Reflection: the Coming of Jesus Into the World
by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 7, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Make this winter season a time of peaceful reflection.
January: a USA season of protests #IamVincent
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Jan 7, 2018 | News, Reflections
January brings a new year, and renewed attention to continuing social issues in the United States: Abortion, Women's rights, racism. DACA is still under siege. Why should Vincentians be present? A reflection by Colorado Vincentian Volunteer alumna and Vincentian Lay...
Beyond “Gift Guilt” – the Magi and St. Vincent de Paul
by John Freund, CM | Jan 6, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
In the ancient world, gifts were rarely exchanged between people of unequal status.