Formation
Vincentian Prayer Images: Common Sense Or Indiscreet Zeal
by John Freund, CM | November 10, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Can I recognize when I used common sense and when I was indiscreet?
Origins of the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth: Faith and Courage
by .famvin | November 8, 2020 | Formation, Sisters of Charity | 0 Comments
Eight women left their Tennessee home on November 1, 1858, traveling northwest to Kansas, where they would serve as a community according to the Rule of St. Vincent de Paul.
Diaries of a Vincentian: Kenya
by Dee Mansi | November 8, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections | 0 Comments
The rains can be heavy in Kenya, and with climate change, there is more out of season rain. It erodes the traditional mud and stick built houses.
When You Turn the Miraculous Medal Over…
by Rev. Carl Pieber, CM, Sub-Director General, Miraculous Medal Association | November 7, 2020 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
The front of the medal already proclaims the omnipotent power of Mary…BUT TURN THE MEDAL OVER, and the power of all of Salvation is made present.
Mary’s Memories – the Rosary As Her Scrapbook
by John Freund, CM | Oct 29, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
You all know what a scrapbook is. It is not about throwing away scraps. It is about keeping memories alive.
A Vincentian View: Go to Joseph
by Pat Griffin, CM | Oct 27, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
In this year when Pope Francis has invited us to pay special assistance to the patriarch of the Holy Family, we have probably already heard the expression “Go to Joseph.”
What Questions Get You Thinking?
by John Freund, CM | Oct 27, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
Oprah Winfrey got me thinking with two questions.
Daughters of Charity reflect on Jubilee of Mercy
by Tomasz Zieliński | Dec 13, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
Daughters of Charity reflect on Jubilee of Mercy - From Website of the Daughters of Charity https://vimeo.com/137827073 download: "Misericordiae...
Joy Cometh in the Morning!
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Dec 13, 2015 | Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
Joy to the world, the Lord is come! Speaking of joy, wellness consultant Meg Landis wrote: Want more joy in your day? Cultivate it! Joy springs from viewing the day’s events from a spiritual perspective. With this intentional focus, you’re sure to see today...
Pray with the Ladies of Charity
by John Freund, CM | Dec 12, 2015 | Formation, International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
Sr. Margaret John Kelly, DC offers an aid to pray with the Ladies of Charity on the Third Sunday of Advent. Excerpt from the Prayer Service The readings of this Third Sunday of Advent remind us that despite the current turmoil within our world and the many divisions...
Inter-misson: Moving from fear to hope during Advent
by John Freund, CM | Dec 10, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
Inter-misson: Moving from fear to hope during Advent by Sr. Janet Gildea, SC At the halfway mark of my chemotherapy treatment course I find myself in the middle of Advent. I have a lot of time on my hands during this December which is so busy for most people. My mind...
Year of Mercy – special concern of Vincentians
by John Freund, CM | Dec 9, 2015 | Formation, Reflections, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
Year of Mercy: Presentation and Video for Vincentians This year the Church focuses on mercy, forgiveness, and healing in a special way. We, Vincentians, can and must be witnesses of mercy. In this special presentation, also available as a YouTube video, we reflect on...
Expectation that’s joyful and comforting
by Ross Dizon | Dec 8, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
Rejoice in the Lord always (Phil 4, 4) Jesus is the Good News announced by his forerunner. Do we announce what John does? It is not himself that he preaches. He proclaims what Jesus will proclaim later: “Repent, for the kingdom of God is at hand.” Such proclamation...
For Vincentians, the Door Opens Out
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Dec 8, 2015 | Formation, Reflections, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
“Hey buddy, the door swings both ways!” Often said in anger, this phrase can be a push to us Vincentians. Today is the day that the “Holy Door” opened on a year mercy. Are we ready? It's also the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. Do we contemplate and understand...
Living in a Bubble
by Lynn L'Heureux | Dec 7, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
Who are You? - Perfect Love – Living in a Bubble - Jesus is Near Vincentian Day of Prayer and Fast – December 8, 2015 Dear Vincentian Family: Today is the Feast of the Immaculate Conception a wonderful Holy Day. The Feast of the Immaculate Conception centers on the...
60 Seconds – Sister Trinitas Hernandez
by John Freund, CM | Dec 7, 2015 | Daughters of Charity, Featured Videos, Reflections
How do you know where God is calling you? Sister Trinitas Hernandez shares advice for discerners. She says "If you are not sure what God is calling you to... get to know lots of Sisters!" https://youtu.be/p95yf0lOAVY Get to know more than 20 of the Sisters....