Formation
The Heavens Tell the Story of God
Deep in her heart, Mary knew the story of creation was more profound than she could imagine. Only at the moment of Mary’s Assumption did she understand creation as she had never dreamed.
Collective Action in the Face of the Climate Crisis: What Indigenous Peoples Teach us
Indigenous peoples, with their communitarian and harmonious vision of life, teach us the importance of the common good and the responsible care of nature, essential to counteract today’s destructive individualistic and consumerist mentality.
Vincentian Spirituality: A Synodal Spirituality #famvin2024
The Vincentian Family, inspired by its missionary charism, seeks to contribute to the synodality promoted by Pope Francis through a renewed commitment to the mission of the Church and a particular attention to the poorest and most needy.
Vincentian Places 19 – Marseille
As the chaplain to the galley slaves, Vincent ministered to prisoners in Marseille.
Vincentian Marian Youth: Inspired by Mary, Committed to the Service of the Needy #famvin2024
Vincentian Marian Youth (VMY) is an international association of young Catholics, born from the desire of the Virgin Mary, revealed on July 18, 1830, to Saint Catherine Labouré in Paris. Sister Catherine conveyed to Father Jean-Marie Aladel, CM, the mission entrusted...
Firewood for the Soul: A Change of Heart
A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.
A Vincentian Minute: Vincentian Women 02
Fr. Rooney continues his series on “Vincentian Women.” This week: Madame de Gondi.
To Grieve with the Evils of the Poor • A Weekly Reflection with Ozanam
[If so are now] the evils, not of a single district, but of several districts of Paris; not only in Paris but in Lyon, in Rouan, and in all the manufacturing cities of the North, [...] imagine what winter will bring, when the hardness of the station suspends the...
July 19, 1813: First Vows of the Sisters of Charity of St. Joseph’s in Emmitsburg, Maryland, USA
On July 19, 1813, vows were pronounced for the first time by Elizabeth Ann Seton and 17 other Sisters of Charity of St. Joseph’s who adapted the vow formula of the French Daughters of Charity.
If Moccasins Could Speak!
Have you ever walked a mile in another’s moccasins? … in the moccasins of their sufferings?
Everyone Deserves a Home #famvin2024
In only 6 years, from 2018 to 2023, the FAMVIN Homeless Alliance (FHA) has provided over 10,000 formerly homeless people with secure housing and access to other support services.
A Vincentian View: Francis de Sales
Vincent de Paul and Louise de Marillac both held Saint Francis de Sales in high esteem.