Formation

A Challenge is in the Air

by John Freund, CM | April 28, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change | 1 Comment

Think about the hot button issues of the day: Police reform, Climate change, Poverty, Homelessness, Election reform, Systemic racism, #metoo… Tou name it. People are calling for more than just quick but temporary fixes. People are calling for systemic reform.

Branches that Remain on the Vine

by Ross Dizon | April 27, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Jesus is the vine, and we are the branches. That we remain in him, and he in us, is what makes us bear much fruit. In Ps 80, the Shepherd of Israel is asked to bring back his people. This people started out as a vine that God brought out of Egypt and transplanted. ...

Vincentian Prayer Images: Walking Through Each Day with St. Vincent VII

by John Freund, CM | April 27, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

St. Vincent told the Daughters of Charity: “You see, Sisters, even though we don’t see God, faith teaches us that His holy presence is everywhere…”

April 25: Feast of the Translation of the Relics of St. Vincent

by Famvin Media Resources | April 25, 2021 | Formation | 0 Comments

A transfer of the relics of Saint Vincent took place on April 25, 1830, via a grandiose procession to the Chapel at the Vincentian Mother House, rue de Sèvres.

Lenten Video Series, Day 27: Compassion

by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Apr 1, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

For Katelyn Servey, growing in her relationship with Jesus Christ through sacrifice and experience, enables her to figure out how to navigate the maze of life.

The Miraculous Medal Shrine presents: Stations of the Cross

by Famvin Media Resources | Apr 1, 2022 | Formation

In this video from the Miraculous Medal Shrine, we will see what Jesus was going through on the way to Calvary, through Mary’s eyes. Then we will try to make practical applications for our lives.

Can You Imagine Preaching To the Pope?

by John Freund, CM | Apr 1, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

Capuchin Raniero Cantalamessa, OFM bears the title of“Preacher to the Papal Household.” He must be well respected!

Christ’s Presence On Earth

by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 23, 2016 | Formation

Continuing our theme of the Incarnation-- God With Us-- this SlideShare explores the mystical parallel between Christ's presence in the Eucharist and Christ's presence in the poor and oppressed. ...

The Vincentian Charism, Vincentian Spirituality and Our Way of Life Part 2 #IamVincent

by John P. Prager, C.M. | Dec 22, 2016 | Formation, Social, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice

We hope you enjoyed Part One earlier today. Continue to listen and learn about our Our Way of Life, and about five characteristics of Vincentian spirituality that everyone who wants to say #IamVincent needs to practice. This presentation was given during the Latin...

The Vincentian Charism, Vincentian Spirituality and our Way of Life Part 1 #IamVincent

by John P. Prager, C.M. | Dec 22, 2016 | Formation, Social, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice

Listen and learn about our Our Way of Life, and about five characteristics of Vincentian spirituality that everyone who wants to say #IamVincent needs to practice. This presentation was given during the Latin American Encounter of the Vincentian Family, Guatemala –...

Attuned To The Fear of the Lord

by Tom McKenna, CM | Dec 21, 2016 | Formation, Reflections

Attuned To “The Fear of the Lord” (Isaiah 11:1-5; Lk. 10: 21) In Isaiah’s description of the special one God will send (“A shoot from the stump of Jesse”), he lists a number of qualities this person will have. Wisdom, understanding, strength, and so forth. But one of...

Systemic Change Requires Critical Thinking

by John Freund, CM | Dec 21, 2016 | Formation, Systemic change

If we are to take seriously St. John Paul II’s challenge to Vincentians about finding long-term solutions we need to develop critical thinking skills.

Light for our Path Is the Word of God

by Ross Dizon | Dec 20, 2016 | Formation, Reflections

The creative and sustaining Word, made flesh and dwelling among us, is the true light that enlightens everyone. The comforting oracle through prophet Isaiah comes to fulfillment with the coming of Jesus. In him, too, the great light that people walking in...

“If A Stranger” – Song for the North American Vincentian Family Meeting

by Elizabeth Astridge | Dec 20, 2016 | Formation, News

Sr. Caroljean Willie, Sister of Charity of Cincinnati, shares the song "If A Stranger" with the Vincentian Family. Although the song is copyrighted by the Columban Fathers, they have given us permission to use it and post it on the Famvin website. Sister Terry...

Advent Wait Joyfully – Teaching Others

by Lynn L'Heureux | Dec 19, 2016 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul

Advent Wait Joyfully - Teaching Others - God’s Spirit is in us! - Vincentians Fast and are Patient Vincentian Day of Prayer and Fast Advent Wait Joyfully Part of the struggle we have is when we meet other people on their journey whether they are in prison or they are...