Formation

Is Afghanistan A Place Far Away?

by John Freund, CM | September 10, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 2 Comments

Did a question ever lead you to think more deeply? Frederic Ozanam did … and sought help to understand it at a deeper level.

“The Sacred Humanity of the Word” … reflection by Fr. Hugh O’Donnell

by Vincentian Family Office | September 9, 2021 | Formation | 0 Comments

A reflection offered by Fr. Hugh O’Donnell, CM, on the Incarnate Word.

Sustainable Development Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals

by Jim Claffey | September 9, 2021 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 0 Comments

Learning about the SDGs and understanding their significance is an important first step as together, creatively, we search for the most effective ways to advocate for these aspects of social justice.

The Word (Deut 4: 1-8; Jas 1:17-27)

by Tom McKenna, CM | September 8, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 2 Comments

I remember a heated conversation between a man who was promising something to a woman, and the woman to whom the promise was being made. It ended with her exasperated response, “Those are just words.”

Are Catholic Families Mirrors of God’s Love?

by John Freund, CM | Jul 20, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

I have had a life-long interest in the family as an image of the sacramental marriages as “Mirrors of God’s Love” or the “church in miniature.”

Steadfast in their Prayers, and Trusting

by Ross Dizon | Jul 19, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus is the reason why God does not hold back from those who are steadfast in their prayers the blessings they ask...

Vincentian Prayer Images: “The Colors of Charity” • 7

by Famvin Media Resources | Jul 19, 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.

Even Pope Francis Has To Deal With Complainers

by Elizabeth Astridge | Jul 29, 2017 | Church, Formation, Pope, Reflections

I have noticed recently that my 4-year-old is starting to master the art of complaining in a particular type of whine format. “No mama, I wanted to do that” or “I don’t want to do thaaaat” or “I want to stay heeeeere” are some of the most frequent complaints. I find...

July 30: Feast of St. Justin de Jacobis, C.M.

by Famvin Media Resources | Jul 28, 2017 | Formation

Some Background on Christianity in Ethiopia and Eritrea Based on biblical references and traditional accounts, we can say that the Christian faith was introduced in the coastal areas of Eritrea during the first centuries of Christianity. From 1555 to 1632, many Jesuit...

There Is No Convincing Argument—Moral Or Political—Against Food Stamps

by Meghan J. Clark | Jul 28, 2017 | Formation, Poverty: Analysis and Responses, Reflections

One of the victims of President Trump’s budget proposal is the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, commonly referred to as food stamps. Since 2012, I have been writing to defend SNAP in response to attempts by Republican lawmakers to weaken the program. House...

A Vincentian View: Apostolorum Apostola

by Pat Griffin, CM | Jul 26, 2017 | Formation, Reflections

A Vincentian View: Apostolorum Apostola This past Saturday, for the second time, the Church celebrated the “Feast of Mary Magdalene.” One year ago, in June 2016, the Congregation for Worship elevated her memorial to a feast in the decree "Apostolorum Apostola,"...

Imagery of Pope Francis – Lessons for Systemic Change

by John Freund, CM | Jul 26, 2017 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change

How the Pope’s Imagery on critical care can overlook long-term rehab got me thinking about implications of how some in the Vincentian Family view direct service and systemic change.

Treasure without Price and wholly Gladdening

by Ross Dizon | Jul 25, 2017 | Formation, Reflections

In Jesus Christ is hidden the priceless treasure that can make us wholly happy. In him begins and ends, therefore, the search for the true treasure. Jesus starts his public ministry by announcing that the kingdom of heaven is at hand. He points out in some way that...

Out of Season

by Sr. Ellen Dauwer, SC | Jul 25, 2017 | Formation, Reflections

At the start of the Easter season this year I was inspired by a reading that emphasized celebrating the 50 days of Easter. Yet as the season has unfolded there has been much more dying and death in my life than resurrection. I find it nearly impossible to continue to...

Do you Hear the Word? – What is Your Goal?

by Lynn L'Heureux | Jul 24, 2017 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul

Do you Hear the Word? – What is Your Goal? – Harmony & Peace – What is God’s Job? Vincentian Day of Prayer and Fast: Re-post from July 22, 2014 Do you Hear the Word? Are you listening? God’s miracles and mighty deeds happen every minute of every day. Are we...

Sisters of Charity of Nazareth: Engaging in Diverse Ministries Around the World (Video)

by Famvin Media Resources | Jul 23, 2017 | Formation

From the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth YouTube Channel: The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth are an international Congregation in a multicultural world. Impelled by the love of Christ, in the tradition of Vincent de Paul and the pioneer spirit of Catherine Spalding,...

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