Formation

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton’s Notes On the Assumption of Mary

by Famvin Media Resources | August 16, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments

“In a sweeping reflection on the feast of the Assumption in 1813, she traced the special blessings Mary received through the stages of motherhood…”

Frogs, Canaries and Pope Francis

by John Freund, CM | August 16, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

We have often heard the stories of the lessons we can learn from frogs and canaries. Now they can help us understand why Pope Francis invited us to join a month-long celebration with the world’s 2.2 billion Christians.

Synodality: A Shared Path with the Poor at the Heart of the Church #famvin2024

by .famvin | August 15, 2024 | Famvin 2024, Formation | 0 Comments

The article entitled “The Poor in a Synodal Church” by Juan Pablo García Maestro, OSST, discusses the importance of synodality in the Church and how it should focus especially on the poor.

A Vincentian View: Running the Good Race

by Pat Griffin, CM | August 14, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

As we take pleasure in watching the Olympic Games in these weeks, the images of Paul take on a particular character.

Ambitions that Are Selfish and Unfettered

by Ross Reyes Dizon | Sep 17, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

Christ on the cross is the last of all and the servant of all. He puts to shame all those with ambitions to be the...

La Union-Chrétienne de Saint Chaumond: a Story of Devotion and Faith #famvin2024

by .famvin | Sep 17, 2024 | Famvin 2024, Formation, Other Branch News

The Union-Chrétienne de Saint Chaumond is a women’s institute of consecrated life of pontifical right, founded in 1652 by St. Vincent de Paul and the Venerable Madame de Polallion.

Firewood for the Soul: A Spirit of Solidarity

by Samantha Hill and James Hodge | Sep 16, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.

Gratitude: The Key (1 Cor. 9: 16-19; Mk.1:29-39)

by Tom McKenna, CM | Mar 6, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

A question: what is it that allows people to keep on giving? What is it that motivates someone who isn’t receiving any reward or payment to continue being generous?

Lenten Conferences of Fr. Lacordaire No. 13

by .famvin | Mar 6, 2024 | Formation

Lenten Series of reflections taken from the Conferences of the Rev. Lacordaire.

Post-COVID Modern Day Rip Van Winkles

by John Freund, CM | Mar 6, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

The “digital revolution” began some 50 years ago depending upon which milestone you choose. We are just now beginning to realize how this digital revolution is impacting every facet of our lives.

Contemplation: Guideposts on the Journey – SSVP USA, a Weekly Reflection

by Tim Williams | Mar 5, 2024 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul

This post originally appeared on ssvpusa.org To boast about our accomplishments in works of charity brings to mind a routine by the comedian Chris Rock, in which he jokes about people who brag when they do what they are supposed to do. (“I graduated high...

“Journey of the Heart” Lenten Video Series from Basilica Shrine of the Miraculous Medal – Part 8

by .famvin | Mar 5, 2024 | Formation

Three people reflect on how almsgiving manifests the Lord’s love in ourselves and those around us.

Lift up the Son of Man on the Cross

by Ross Reyes Dizon | Mar 5, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

Those in power lift up Jesus on the wood of the cross. In letting them do so, he proves true his word that God so loves the world that he gives his only Son, so that those who believe in him may have eternal life. The Lord tells Moses to lift up on a pole a serpent...