Formation
Read the Signs of Jesus in Our Midst
by Ross Dizon | April 2, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Vincentian Places 01 – Ranquine
by Famvin Media Resources | April 2, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments
Vincent de Paul was born on April 24, 1581, at Ranquine, a hamlet near the village of Pouy, in the southwest of France.
The Two Crosses
by Salvatrice Murphy, DC | April 1, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 2 Comments
MISEVI Extraordinary Assembly: An Easter Reflection
by Mary Frances Jaster | April 1, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Resurrection! What a beautiful aspect of our Church, that every year, we reflect on Jesus’ resurrection and have the opportunity to recognize our own daily resurrections.
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St. Louise de Marillac: a committed woman (Part 3 of 5)
by Famvin Media Resources | May 6, 2024 | Formation
Louise de Marillac, awakened by her faith in a God who takes the side of the poor, sees the person in distress and takes action.
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Firewood for the Soul: The Candle Stick
by Samantha Hill | May 6, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.
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St. Louise de Marillac: a committed woman (Part 2 of 5)
by Famvin Media Resources | May 5, 2024 | Formation
Louise de Marillac, awakened by her faith in a God who takes the side of the poor, sees the person in distress and takes action.
A Canadian View: Homelessness – Why Should We Care? What Can We Do?
by Jim Paddon | Nov 2, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
I think we are all aware of the increasing number of homeless women, men and children in our communities, whether large cities or smaller rural towns and villages.
Echoes (Luke 12:35-38)
by Tom McKenna, CM | Nov 1, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
I’ve always had a liking for country music. One of the special effects its singers use is what might be called echoing.
Unfinished Family Business?
by John Freund, CM | Nov 1, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Have you had someone close to you die? One with whom you had unfinished business?
Slaves in the Same Way as Jesus
by Ross Dizon | Oct 31, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus takes the form a slave and becomes like us. We who seek to follow him are to become lowly slaves in the same way that he is. For us who try to be and live as Jesus, to be first means to be slaves (Mk 10, 43-45). And today’s gospel teaches the same lesson. ...
Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 28
by Famvin Media Resources | Oct 31, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.
Empathy or Sympathy
by Confraternity of Vincentians on the Frontier/Diaspora | Oct 30, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
During a recent meeting of our Confraternity, (the Confraternity of Vincentians on the Frontier/Diaspora), we shared some information about the latest social events in Guatemala and our involvement in them as Vincentians.
A Vincentian Minute: Praying with Vincent About Obedience, Part 2
by Famvin Media Resources | Oct 29, 2023 | Formation
Fr. Rooney reveals the way Vincent prayed, through Vincent’s own words. This week: more on obedience.
The Link Between Global Homelessness and Poor Mental Health
by .famvin | Oct 29, 2023 | Formation
Mental health conditions can lead to homelessness and can also prevent those experiencing homelessness from getting back on their feet.
Lastly… Simplicity! • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent
by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | Oct 28, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
"I’m well aware that people think of simplicity in general as truth or purity of intention: truth, because it sees that our thoughts conform to the words and other signs by which we express them; purity of intention, because it makes all our acts of virtue tend...