Formation

Sisters of Charity of Nazareth Video: Global Justice Committee

by .famvin | June 6, 2024 | Formation, Sisters of Charity | 0 Comments

The Global Justice Committee of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth hosted a Zoom panel sharing and discussion on June 4, 2024, on the 2023 General Assembly Commitment of responding to the needs of oppressed and marginalized persons.

The Heart of Jesus in the Spirituality of St. Louise de Marillac

by Famvin Media Resources | June 6, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments

‘Learn from me, for I am gentle and humble of heart.’ was a Scripture verse that Louise and Vincent loved to quote.

Strengthening Our Mission: The Power of Collaboration in the Society of St. Vincent de Paul

by Shirley Smalley | June 6, 2024 | Formation, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments

Our vocation calls us to reach out and serve beside other people of good will to help relieve poverty and injustice.

Following Mother Seton’s Path Into the Sacred Heart of Jesus

by Lisa Lickona | June 5, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Devotion to the Sacred Heart teaches us that the way of the saints is not about an abstract ideal or rules for life, but about the unfathomable love of God, who we embrace—blood, sweat and all. The objection I often feel when I see a picture honoring the Sacred Heart...

Fr. Aidan R. Rooney, C.M.: The Word, Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

by Famvin Media Resources | Jul 7, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

Fr. Rooney reflects on the steps for you and me to prepare to act as prophets, which comes from a connection with the Spirit of God.

The Dignity of the Poor • A Weekly Reflection with Ozanam

by Javier F. Chento | Jul 6, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

In these foul cellars and garrets, sometimes next door to sloth and vice we have often come upon the loveliest...

July 9: St. Francis Regis Clet

by Famvin Media Resources | Jul 5, 2024 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation

The following presentation is from a Homily of Superior General Robert P. Maloney, C.M. at the Prayer Vigil for the Canonization of Francis Regis Clet. Rome, 30 September 2000.

My thinking about Lent has changed

by John Freund, CM | Feb 16, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

Over the last 30 years, I have been learning to pay attention to the opportunities hidden in the events of my life.

“Journey of the Heart” Lenten Video Series from Basilica Shrine of the Miraculous Medal – Part 2

by .famvin | Feb 15, 2024 | Formation

Three people reflect on how the Ash Wednesday experience enriches their faith.

A Vincentian View: What a Difference a Day Makes

by Pat Griffin, CM | Feb 14, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

Ash Wednesday follows Mardi Gras – “Fat Tuesday.” The days stand out as contrasts.

“Journey of the Heart” Lenten Video Series from Basilica Shrine of the Miraculous Medal – Part 1

by .famvin | Feb 14, 2024 | Formation

Reflections on the symbolism of receiving ashes on this day.

Beginning of the Path: Reflections on Ash Wednesday

by Girolamo Grammatico | Feb 14, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

“Create in me, O God, a pure heart, renew in me a steadfast spirit. Do not repel me from your presence and do not deprive me of your holy spirit” (Ps 50[51]:12-13). Ash Wednesday begins Lent, bringing with it an invitation to reflection and inner renewal. This holy...

Valentine’s Day, Baptism, and Eucharist?

by John Freund, CM | Feb 14, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

At one level we say you can’t put a price tag on love. But at another level, Americans alone spend well over 20 billion on celebrating love on a day called Valentine’s Day.

Beginnings in Eden and in the Desert

by Ross Dizon | Feb 13, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus obeys to the point of death on a cross. He does so to lead us to God and to the beginnings in Eden and in the desert, and to make us all just, washed in the waters of new birth. Jesus stays in the desert for forty days, which sends us back, in the first place,...