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Is the Our Father a Radical Prayer?

by John Freund, CM | July 30, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family | 0 Comments

Jesus was a radical who was fully committed to doing God’s will. He showed us how radical he was when laid down his life for us. As he hung on the cross he said “Father, forgive them. They know not what they are doing.” Certainly the words of a radical!

Vincent de Paul: One of the great saints of history (Part 1)

by Famvin Media Resources | July 29, 2021 | Formation | 0 Comments

Fr. José María Román, C.M. speaks to us about the religious experience of Saint Vincent de Paul.

Poverty Eradication an Elusive Goal, a Human Tragedy

by Mary Ann Dantuono | July 29, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 1 Comment

Global extreme poverty (<$1.90 USD per day) rose in 2020 adding an additional 119 million. By 2021 that number is expected to rise to 143 million.

“Come Apart For A While …” (Mk. 6:30)

by Tom McKenna, CM | July 28, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

There’s a scene in chapter 6 of Mark’s gospel which has special appeal to anyone who has ever been caught up in an over-busy, fast paced life.

Trinitarian Living (John 16: 12-15)

by Tom McKenna, CM | Jun 15, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

The mystery of the Trinity is definitely that: a mystery who’s depth and range we can never come close to penetrating.

Re-evaluating Childhood Beliefs

by John Freund, CM | Jun 15, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

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

Bless, Break, Share, and Serve

by Ross Dizon | Jun 14, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

Christ shares his blood with us as we bless with him the cup of thanksgiving. And he shares his body as we break the...

This Day in Vincentian History: May 12

by Famvin Media Resources | May 12, 2017 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation

On May 12, 1888, John Joseph Lynch, C.M., the first Archbishop of Toronto, Canada, died. He was born at Clones, County Monaghan, Ireland, 6 Feb., 1816. He attended Castleknock College and College of St. Lazare, Paris. He did missionary work in Ireland, throughout the...

Befriending the Other #IamVincent

by Elizabeth Lent, CVV19 | May 11, 2017 | Formation, Reflections

Coming to the Midwest I expected to jump right into a new community. I had moved many times before and was generally good at the whole “making friends” thing. But it suddenly became harder after living intentionally with nine souls that intricately became connected...

A Vincentian Creed

by Alexander Correa, CM | May 11, 2017 | Formation, Reflections

I BELIEVE in God, the Lord of history who is and who comes; I BELIEVE in Jesus Christ, the Lord of life, who gave Himself for me, for you, for all without exception and who awaits me in the tabernacle; who is delivered as food under the species of bread and wine; who...

Framing The Scene

by Tom McKenna, CM | May 10, 2017 | Formation, Reflections

Framing The Scene (John 11:1-45) I remember a wise person once telling me that there’s no such thing as an un-interpreted fact. Everything you see out there you see through some kind of frame, some angle of approach that not only affects how you see, but more...

Advocacy and Systemic Change

by Jim Claffey | May 10, 2017 | Formation, Systemic change

“Speaking truth to power….Making our voices heard---" Advocacy: the process of supporting a cause or proposal, pleading or arguing in favor of an idea or policy. Advocacy is active, not passive, and can take many forms. But for Vincentians it means taking the...

Farewell that Brings Life and Courage

by Ross Dizon | May 9, 2017 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus encourages his followers as he bids them farewell. He reveals that he is the way and the truth and the life. Jesus bids his followers farewell. He knows it troubles them. So, he says: “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You have faith in God; have faith...

Vincentians Pray – Good Hearts of Vincentians

by Lynn L'Heureux | May 8, 2017 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul

Vincentians Pray - Good Hearts of Vincentians - JOHN 6:52-59 - Vincentians Desire and Aim to Serve Vincentian Day of Prayer and Fast Vincentians Pray We pray each day as Vincentians. We know we are called by Jesus to serve those we serve. We see Jesus especially in...

Love Was the Driving Force of St. Louise de Marillac’s Life

by Famvin Media Resources | May 7, 2017 | Formation

"Anxiety over her son was the last major obstacle to the tranquility she needed to begin the Company. By 1633, she could devote herself to the spiritual formation of the Daughters and to foster the love they had for each other, which in turn was to be motivated by the...

AIC International Day of Prayer: May 9

by Alicia Duhne and Tayde de Callataÿ | May 7, 2017 | Formation, International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity

We are sending you this prayer on the occasion of the International Day of Prayer for AIC on May 9, 2017 when we will celebrate the Feast of Saint Louise. Please distribute it widely among all your local groups. INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER: MAY 9, 2017 FEAST OF SAINT...

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