The Seeker to Saint series, produced by The National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, is part of a year-long commemoration of the 200th anniversary of her passing into heave
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July 26: Arrival of Felix de Andreis, C.M., Joseph Rosati, C.M., and companions in the U.S.
by Famvin Media Resources | July 24, 2020 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation | 0 Comments
They sailed to Baltimore, MD, primarily to establish a seminary in the Louisiana territory.
A Canadian View: Justice for All
by Jim Paddon | July 23, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 3 Comments
Poverty and racism have always been intertwined. If we do not include address both, it will be difficult to realize any positive results that may finally lead to Justice For All.
Some Wish They Had a Mask To Wear!
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | July 23, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections | 0 Comments
In the midst of the debate about wearing masks some wish they had a mask to wear.
Lessons Learned During the Pandemic, #4: Leadership is Important!
by A young lay Vincentian from the United States | July 22, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
It’s good to take a step back and look at leadership during these times. How did our leaders respond?
AIC Training Video Series for Feast of Saint Louise, Part 8
by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 19, 2021 | Formation, International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity
The eighth in a series of videos offered by the AIC International Training Team to mark the Feast of St. Louise de Marillac.
“Vincent’s Shades of Tolerance” by Fr. Jack Melito, CM
by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 18, 2021 | Formation
A presentation based on one of the essays from “Saint Vincent de Paul: Windows on His Vision,” a collection of informal essays about Saint Vincent de Paul, his life and his spirituality, by Rev. Jack Melito, CM.
Vincentians “between the field and the fork”
by John Freund, CM | Jul 10, 2015 | Formation, Vincentian Family
"Vincentians "between the field and the fork" Have you ever thought of buying and eating food as a moral act? Why is this a moral issue? What is the Vincentian Family perspective on ecological concerns? What are we doing to take action? What does our Church have to...
Systemic Change: Tips for Trainers
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Jul 8, 2015 | Formation, Systemic change
Know your audience. Know your goal. Know your biases. Know your resources... These and other tips for systemic change training can be found at VinFormation!
Your mission, should you accept it …
by Ross Dizon | Jul 7, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (B), July 12, 2015 – Am 7, 12-15; Eph 1, 3-14; Mk 6, 7-13 Sealed in Christ with the Holy Spirit (Eph 1, 13) Jesus seeks first the kingdom and righteousness of God. His disciples prove themselves by doing the same. The first disciples...
Ice-breakers for Vincentian Family gatherings
by John Freund, CM | Jul 7, 2015 | Formation, News
Have you ever wanted to find ice-breakers for Vincentian Family gatherings? VinFormation offers some “Ice breakers that can be used as an effective way of kicking off a meeting or formation session. Get things off to a great start by scheduling an interactive, fun...
Narrow Path – Open Hands and Hearts – Look Forward – Facing the Storm
by Lynn L'Heureux | Jul 6, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
Lynn L'Heureux offers her weekly reflection on Narrow Path - Open Hands and Hearts - Look Forward – Facing the Storm Vincentian Day of Prayer and Fast July 7, 2015 Dear Vincentian Family: You inspire me and we inspire each other. We are so blessed to have such a...
Baffled – Pat Griffin
by John Freund, CM | Jul 6, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
“Baffled” - Pat Griffin continues his series "Considering Consecrated Life" You know how it is when you have a birthday party for a child. The room can overflow with balloons bobbing up from the chairs, streamers hanging from the ceiling, colorful centerpieces...
Connect and Learn: Sisters of Charity – Halifax
by Vincentian Family Office | Jul 6, 2015 | Formation, Vincentian Family, Year of Vincentian Collaboration
The story of the Canadian foundation of the Sisters of Charity of Halifax begins when four American ladies, black-robed, black-capped, landed in Halifax from the Cunard liner "Cambria" on May 11, 1849. They came from New York City, these first Sisters of Charity, in...
The Journey of and to the Poor – Kenya
by John Freund, CM | Jul 4, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
Experience a different way to travel to Kenya with the Congregation of the Mission in this multimedia story rooted in the work of a local liturgical artist– an integration of text, audio, and photography. Be sure your sound volume is turned on to fully experience the...
Just Pray!
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Jul 3, 2015 | Daughters of Charity, Formation, Reflections
"I think daily prayer is what inspires our day–keeps us going, gets us back on track when we're a bit off," says Daughter of Charity Julie Kubasak. "Oh, sure, there are times in life when we may be feeling like we are just "putting time in" rather than praying. And...