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.
Formation
Dead Horse Theory
by John Freund, CM | September 29, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change | 2 Comments
The tribal wisdom of the American Indians says that when you discover that you are riding a dead horse, the best strategy is to dismount.
Delight Others, and Not Ourselves
by Ross Dizon | September 28, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Vincentian Prayer Images: What Moved Saint Vincent? XIII
by John Freund, CM | September 28, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Vincent is burning with a spark of the same fire as burns in God.
The Vincentian Family Celebrates the Feast of St. Vincent de Paul
by Vincentian Family Office | September 27, 2021 | Formation, News | 1 Comment
On September 27, feast of St. Vincent de Paul, the various branches of the Vincentian Family Worldwide prepare in many ways the celebration of this important date.
“Renewal of Vincentian Spirituality” Part 6
by Famvin Media Resources | Jul 24, 2022 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation
This is the sixth and final part of a series of presentations based on the article The Revitalization of Vincentian...
Accompanying the Journey of a Refugee. What Have we heard? What Action will we Take in the Future?
by Mark McGreevy | Jul 24, 2022 | Formation
The Second International Conference of the FamVin Homeless Alliance took place in Sevilla (June 7-9). During that time the participants reflected on the reality of refugees, displaced and abused individuals.
How Hard is it to Make a Telephone Call?
by John Freund, CM | Oct 25, 2017 | Formation, Systemic change
What holds us back from lifting the phone and speaking for those who do not know how to negotiate our system?
Communications “heroes” — some saints, some not!
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Oct 24, 2017 | Reflections, Social
Communications people: celebrate all saints day! Why All Saints? The whole idea of All Saints’ Day is something I find great comfort in because it’s a reminder that we’re not blazing new ground. We’re not the first ones to struggle. We’re not the first ones trying to...
Chaos and Darkness, No; Peace and Light, Yes
by Ross Dizon | Oct 24, 2017 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus shows us the right way to love God and our neighbor. Those who love, as Jesus does, overcome chaos and darkness together with him. In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth, bringing order out of chaos and dispelling the darkness. He brought...
Symposium 2017 • Testimonies from the Society of St. Vincent de Paul and people involved in the earthquake in Italy
by Javier F. Chento | Oct 23, 2017 | Disasters and Responses, Formation, News, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family
Antonio Gianfico, National President of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, presented testimonies during the papal audience at the Symposium of the Vincentian Family, the 14th of October, the work of solidarity that the Vincentians had don in favor of those affected...
The Vincentian Charism and Liberation
by Famvin Media Resources | Oct 22, 2017 | Formation, Reflections
An interesting e-book called “Vincent de Paul and Liberation” is available for download.
Every Catholic An Apostle: A new book on the Life of Thomas A. Judge, CM, 1868-1933
by Javier F. Chento | Oct 22, 2017 | Formation, News, Other Branch News
A new biography of Fr. Judge, "Every Catholic An Apostle" by William L. Portier, is available from mid-October, in English, and a Spanish translation is being prepared to be available in the Spring of 2018. Born in Boston of immigrant parents, Thomas A. Judge, CM...
A Focus on the Common Good @StJohnsU
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Oct 21, 2017 | Formation, News, Poverty: Analysis and Responses
A Focus on the Common Good. Homelessness and the Need for Systemic Change. That was the name of the conference sponsored by the Vincentian Center for Church and Society at St. John's University this morning. The event is the biennial Vincentian Chair for Social...
Vincent truly believed in partnership in the church
by John Freund, CM | Oct 21, 2017 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
Vincent truly believed in partnership in the church and that is why he listened, learned and trusted the instincts and wisdom of Louise. Together they imagined and gave birth to a movement that has inspired us all.
Charism of the Sisters of Charity Federation Today
by Famvin Media Resources | Oct 20, 2017 | Daughters of Charity, Formation, Sisters of Charity
A brief overview of the Sisters of Charity Federation on their anniversary reveals quite vividly that the charism embraces today’s challenges in many ways.