Jesus has become poor so that we may be rich by his poverty. He chooses but the poor on the outskirts to witness to...
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A Vincentian View: A Season of Yes
by Pat Griffin, CM | December 9, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
We can recognize the effort and success that people of good will exert to move us beyond the moment and onto the right track.
Each Approach Is Necessary
by John Freund, CM | December 9, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change | 4 Comments
An image each Vincentian should consider! It is a simple image of people imperiled by a river flooding out of control. Read on to learn how a Franciscan uses that image to explore various approaches to saving people.
Disappointment Due to Our Biases
by Ross Dizon | December 8, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Praying With Art
by John Freund, CM | December 8, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
I just discovered this rich resource for all of us visual learners who follow “Praying Our Heritage”
Vincentian Prayer Images: One of the Great Saints of History IX
by John Freund, CM | Nov 30, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
St. Vincent wrote: “what a beautiful sight are the poor if we consider them in God…”
Vincentian Advent Reflection (Video)
by Famvin Media Resources | Nov 28, 2021 | Formation
This video presents two brief Vincentian Advent reflections: one on the Incarnation, and the other on Wisdom.
Always Be Ready
by Lynn L'Heureux | Feb 22, 2016 | Formation, Reflections
Always Be Ready – God is Merciful - Doors of Faith - Mystery of Love Vincentian Day of Prayer and Fast – Tuesday February 23, 2016 Always Be Ready – Lent is a good time to remember to always be ready. Look inside and know what needs improving. Do a Lenten cleanup of...
Congregation of the Sisters of Providence of St. Vincent de Paul (Canada)
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Feb 22, 2016 | Collaboration, Formation, Year of Vincentian Collaboration
The Congregation of the Sisters of Providence of St. Vincent de Paul views its founding as a process of history involving key people guided by a deep spirituality and passion for the poor. Their heritage is rooted in the creativity and spirituality of Vincent de Paul...
Mortification of the Mind and Will
by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 21, 2016 | Formation
Lent is a time when many of us are seeking exercises to get our flabby souls into shape... like push-ups or jogging for the soul. For example, what did St. Vincent mean by "mortifying judgment and self-will"? How can we practice this? Get some recommendations in the...
A Vincentian Response to Laudato Si’
by Elizabeth Astridge | Feb 21, 2016 | Formation, Reflections
DePaul University's Newsline Publication offered the following video: Care for our Common Home - A Vincentian Response to Laudato Si'. Insights from the video are highlighted below: ...it's really important...
Vincentians of Wherever: Service, Ministry and Marriage
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Feb 21, 2016 | Formation, Reflections
My husband and I have for many years identified ourselves as Vincentians. Mike was formed in the rich Vincentian tradition primarily through faith and service opportunities offered by campus ministry, as well as his academic studies and extracurricular activities, at...
Vincent and mentors
by John Freund, CM | Feb 20, 2016 | Formation, Reflections, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
Vincent and mentors Most readers of this website have heard many stories of St. Vincent, some true and others reflect the thought patterns of early biographers. I would like to set aside historical issues and approach selected incidents in Vincent’s life through the...
Social Justice in the Bible
by John Freund, CM | Feb 20, 2016 | Church, Formation, Justice and Peace
Given that Pope Francis’ words and actions draw people’s attention to issues of social justice this reposting of an article by Dominik Markl SJ titled
13 Men On a Mission (Congregation of the Mission)
by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 19, 2016 | Formation
Missioners are called by God to cross geographical or cultural boundaries— the church without walls. They go to those needing ministry rather than expecting the reverse. Their focus is on the lost sheep that society shuns. They believe that God speaks, and that they...
When I Analyze and Act #IamVincent
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Feb 18, 2016 | Formation, Poverty: Analysis and Responses
Analyze and act. That’s what Madeline Gemoules of the Vincentian Mission Corps reminds us to do in her article, “Healthcare coverage – What’s the real cost?” Vincentians, always engaged in practical responses, imitate St. Vincent when they analyze the situation well....