In this video produced by Mission and Ministry DePaul University, Father Christopher Robinson, C.M., talks about Louise’s journey– her pilgrimage– towards God’s will for her.
Formation
In The Boat (Mark 4:35-41)
by Tom McKenna, CM | June 30, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
When Mark speaks to this endangered flock, it’s no surprise that he includes a pair of Jesus’ hope-filled parables, lessons on how things grow.
What Can We Learn From Grasshoppers?
by John Freund, CM | June 30, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change | 2 Comments
“When you first capture the grasshopper, it jumps and jumps and jumps, trying to get out, banging its head against the lid.”
“But the longer the grasshopper’s in there, the less high it jumps, the less it tries, until finally it just sits on the bottom.
Prophets After Jesus Christ’s Own Heart
by Ross Dizon | June 29, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Vincentian Prayer Images: Walking Through Each Day with St. Vincent XVI
by John Freund, CM | June 29, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
St. Vincent told the Daughters of Charity: “Go to bed modestly and fall asleep with a good thought.”
Mother Deafness Is Real!
by John Freund, CM | May 13, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Most mothers already know instinctively when “mother deafness” manifests itself in their teenagers. It is one of the most confusing and stressful periods of mothering.
Raising Awareness of the Sin of Racism
by Sandy Figueroa | May 12, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
In an attempt to raise awareness of the sin of racism, the congregation of the Sisters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul of New York have presented conferences, webinars, and other educational resources.
What if Vincent Hadn’t Been Inventive and Said, “It’s Always Been Done That Way”?
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Apr 30, 2017 | Formation, Reflections
"There's a phrase that should never be used: 'It's always been done that way.' That phrase, let me tell you, is bad. We must always be changing because time changes. The only thing that does not change is what's essential. What doesn't change is the announcement of...
Vincent’s Values – A Spiritual Perspective
by John Freund, CM | Apr 29, 2017 | Formation
“The virtues described above in seventeenth and twentieth century forms are, to use St. Vincent ‘s phrase, the characteristic virtues of his followers. They are the signs by which his followers are meant to be recognized.”
Moved to Correct our Defects • A Weekly Reflection with Louise
by Benito Martínez, C.M. | Apr 28, 2017 | Formation, Reflections
"It is not enough to have a mind enlightened by the consciousness of our faults. Our wills must also be moved to correct them. In the first case we purify our conscience, while in the second we embellish and adorn it for the reception of our Jesus." (A 45bis). Louise...
Feast of St. Gianna Beretta Molla
by Famvin Media Resources | Apr 28, 2017 | Formation
It was during medical school that Gianna became an active member of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul.
Vincentians of Wherever: Dr. Paul Vermette
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Apr 27, 2017 | News, Reflections
Dr. Paul Vermette, a professor of education at Niagara University, received Leadership Niagara’s Lifetime Achievement Award during the organization’s annual awards luncheon, held today at the Conference Center Niagara Falls. A professional educator since 1971, Dr....
Mount Students Bring Spirit of Service to Ethiopia #IAmVincent
by Elizabeth Astridge | Apr 27, 2017 | Formation, News
Riverdale, N.Y. –This summer, Owen Smith ’18 and Damarcus Williams ’18 will bring their passion for service to Ethiopia, fighting poverty by fostering lasting, systemic change. Mr. Smith said he was drawn to Vincentian Lay Missionaries (VLM) because of its strong...
Letting Truth Appear
by Tom McKenna, CM | Apr 26, 2017 | Formation, Reflections
Letting Truth Appear (John 8:31-42) It’s not often I get stunned by the cover of a magazine, but the one on Time in late March accomplished that. In dark letters set against a darker background was the question, “Is Truth Dead?” The phrase caught a feeling I only half...
“Charism Formation” vs. Empowerment Programs
by John Freund, CM | Apr 26, 2017 | Formation, Systemic change
Fr. Dennis Holtschneider maintains the answer is not informational charism programs but empowerment of the laity.
The Five-Hour Rule
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Apr 25, 2017 | Formation, Social
Sometimes, you run into something on the web or on blogs that is just helpful to share. The Five-Hour Rule is one of those things. The Five-hour rule is about lifelong learning and the commitment to it. Online learning is the wave of the present (no, not the future...