Fr. Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. says, “In this series, we’ll look at how Vincentian Saints and Blesseds can help us understand the full range of the Vincentian charism.”
Formation
To Serve the Poor in their Material and Spiritual Need (Part I)
by .famvin | August 17, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
It seems to be very clear that Vincent de Paul viewed evangelization as a process that involved ministering to the physical and spiritual needs of the poor. Part 1
On St. Louise de Marillac and Our Blessed Mother
by Famvin Media Resources | August 16, 2020 | Formation | 0 Comments
“Every aspect of Mary’s life became a subject of prayer for Louise.”
Ladies of Charity Advocacy: Election 2020
The Challenge that Young Vincentians Face During this time of Pandemic
by Sidney Batista França | August 14, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
During this time of pandemic, young people have been encouraged to come to the forefront and to assume great responsibilities.
The Pope Video • Church on the Way
by .famvin | Aug 7, 2021 | Church, Formation, Reflections
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: Church on the Way.
From DePaul University: The Power of History to Build a Better Future
by Famvin Media Resources | Aug 6, 2021 | Formation
DePaul’s library is home to special collections and archives that give direct accounts of those advocating for change in our world.
Updated Systemic Change Toolkits
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | May 6, 2015 | Formation, Systemic change, Vincentian Family
Available in seven different languages, the Systemic Change Commission has recently updated their resources for systemic change. The Commission was founded to promote the framework for a new approach for doing the Vincentian work of charity. You can view and download...
Beyond abstraction
by Ross Dizon | May 6, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
Sixth Sunday of Easter (B), May 10, 2015 – Acts 10, 25-26. 34-35. 44-48; 1 Jn 4, 7-10; Jn 15, 9-17 God is love (1 Jn 4, 8) Jesus Christ is the final word and the definitive work of love on God’s part. To return God’s love, it is enough for the disciples to follow...
Gospel of Life – Giving of Yourself – Does Jesus Still Appear Today – Sometimes We Need to Prune
by Lynn L'Heureux | May 4, 2015 | Formation, News, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Gospel of Life – Giving of Yourself – Does Jesus Still Appear Today – Sometimes We Need to Prune
Jesus Living – “As if”
by John Freund, CM | May 4, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
Fr. Tom McKenna, CM offers these thoughts on Jesus as the “AS IF” person.
Fr. Pat Griffin – “The Ends of the Earth”
by John Freund, CM | May 4, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
Celebrating the spread of the Gospel
“Vincentian” mothers across 3 centuries
by John Freund, CM | May 3, 2015 | Formation, News, Reflections
Three Vincentian models of motherhood
Seeing Christ in the Humble One Who Serves – T. McKenna
by John Freund, CM | May 2, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
So we sense these two opposing streams: be humble; be in your very self a manifestation of God’s glory.
The jar of costly anointment – A waste? A gift of all?
by John Freund, CM | May 1, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
S. Tracy Kemme offers an inspiring reflection on the "alabaster jar of costly ointment" in the context of her upcoming profession of first vows as a Sister of Charity of Cincinnati. Who was the woman who came to anoint Jesus. Where did she come from? Did she know...
Not your usual fertility center
by Ross Dizon | Apr 28, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
Fifth Sunday of Easter (B), May 3, 2015 – Acts 9, 26-31; 1 Jn 3, 18-24; Jn 15, 1-8 Let us love not in word or speech but in deed and truth (1 Jn 3, 18) Jesus guarantees fruitfulness to those who believe and remain in him. Calling himself the true vine, Jesus makes his...