Formation

Majesty that Jesus Brings forth

by Ross Dizon | May 7, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Jesus has gone up to heaven and now sits at the right hand of the Majesty on high as Lord. He wants us to be as fully human and whole as he is. On the Lord’s going up to heaven, we read that “to go up” means “to go down.” This matches another text that says Jesus...

St. Louise de Marillac: a committed woman (Part 4 of 5)

by Famvin Media Resources | May 7, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments

Louise de Marillac, awakened by her faith in a God who takes the side of the poor, sees the person in distress and takes action.

Vincentian Places 06 – Paris, rue de Seine

by Famvin Media Resources | May 7, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments

In 1610, Vincent lived in the Rue de Seine in Paris, and was one of several Chaplain-Almoners to Queen Marguérite de Valois, the first wife of Henry of Navarre (Henry IV of France).

An Extraordinary Assembly

by Mary Frances Jaster | May 6, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

Some words that come to mind to describe our experience of the assembly: enlivening, challenging, engaging, hospitable, surprising, interesting, fulfilling, energizing, necessary, healing, messy, faithful, providential, joyful, prayerful, synodal.

Announcing the Good News of Salvation in the Footsteps of Saint Vincent

by Famvin Media Resources | May 31, 2024 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation

This presentation, based on a talk by Fr. Emeric Amyot d’Inville, C.M., was addressed to the Congregation of the Mission but could be applicable to any branch of the Vincentian Family involved in teaching and sharing our faith.

Re-evaluating Your Childhood Beliefs

by John Freund, CM | May 31, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

I would be surprised if you haven’t re-evaluated some of your childhood beliefs.

How Mother Seton Teaches Us About the Gift of God Himself

by Danielle Bean | May 30, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton believed in the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist even before she was fully received into the Church.

Gospel Readiness (1 Samuel 3:3-10)

by Tom McKenna, CM | Jan 24, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

Am I more often alert to the sounds of God’s presence? Or do I not pay much attention to the ways God is directing me?

Ever Wonder About Jesus’ Kindergarten?

by John Freund, CM | Jan 24, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

There is so much I don’t know about the family we call The Holy Family and … Our Lady of Nazareth.

Destroy the Idols that Make Us Slaves

by Ross Dizon | Jan 23, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus, the only Son who is in the bosom of the Father, makes him known. For us to see him, then, is to see the Father, which gives us reason to destroy our idols. Jesus teaches in the synagogue of Capernaum. He amazes those who hear him, since he strikes them as one...

Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 40

by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 23, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.

Firewood for the Soul: What Are We Busy About?

by Samantha Hill | Jan 22, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.

A Vincentian Minute: What Why How 01

by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 21, 2024 | Formation

Fr. Rooney speaks about the things we do, and why and how we do it. This week: Folks who are without a home.

From the Contemplation of God to the Love of God • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent

by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | Jan 20, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

"To love God perfectly, to be swallowed up in the contemplation of His Divine Essence, His beauty, His goodness, His wisdom, and His other perfections. That’s the occupation of the saints with respect to Our Lord, who remembers the love He had to save them"...