Formation
A New Way of Thinking– A Par-Recycle Works Story
by .famvin | June 28, 2020 | Formation, Poverty: Analysis and Responses | 1 Comment
PAR-Recycle Works is a nonprofit electronics recycler in Philadelphia, USA. They have important stories to tell. Here’s one of them.
The Daughters of Charity prevent hunger among single mothers in Ethiopia during COVID-19
by .famvin | June 28, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Being a single mother of four is always a challenge, even more during a global pandemic.
Racism and Humankind
by Bernard Massarini, C.M. | June 26, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
We, the members of the Vincentian Family in the United States of America firmly state: the lives of men and women of color matter; they are our concern and our sorrow.
Bl. Marguerite Rutan, D.C.
by Famvin Media Resources | June 26, 2020 | Formation | 0 Comments
Vincentian Prayer Images: Walking Through Each Day with St. Vincent XV
by John Freund, CM | Jun 22, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
St. Vincent told the Daughters of Charity: “After the evening examination of conscience, keep silence until after meditation the next day…”
AIC Training Video Series for Feast of Saint Louise, Part 9
by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 21, 2021 | Formation, International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity
The ninth and final video in a series offered by the AIC International Training Team to mark the Feast of St. Louise de Marillac.
June 20, 1847: Children of Mary Association
by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 20, 2021 | Formation, Vincentian Marian Youth
The mission of the Children of Mary, and its successor the Vincentian Marian Youth Movement, was confided by God to St. Catherine Labouré, through the Blessed Virgin Mary’s apparitions. On this date in 1847, Pontifical approval of the Children of Mary was obtained.
Right on target?
by Ross Dizon | Jun 25, 2014 | Formation, Reflections
Saints Peter and Paul, June 29, 2014 – Acts 12, 1-11; 2 Tim 4, 6-8. 17-18; Mt 16, 13-19 To him be glory forever and ever! (2 Tim 4, 18) We get it right if we confess that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of the living God. But just like the one who got it right first, we...
“The Boldness of Charity” – Daughters of Charity reflect
by John Freund, CM | Jun 24, 2014 | Daughters of Charity, Formation, Vincentian Family
Theme for Daughters of Charity Provincial Assemblies throughout the world in 2014.
Corpus Christi – Reflections in a Vincentian Context
by John Freund, CM | Jun 21, 2014 | Spirituality and Spiritual Practice, Vincentian Family
Do you wish to honor Christ’s body? Then do not look down upon him when you notice him naked among the poor
Sacred Heart – Spirituality of Vincent and Louise
by John Freund, CM | Jun 20, 2014 | Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
“For Vincent, the heart of Jesus was the source of missionary zeal. For Louise, it was the font of a burning charity that was both affective and effective.”
Profit or alleviating poverty – false dichotomy
by John Freund, CM | Jun 18, 2014 | Formation, Vincentian Family
RomeReports TV - Helping end poverty while also making a business profit addresses the false dichotomy between profit and alleviating poverty. What's the best way to invest, make a profit and at the same time help those in need, while following the social doctrine of...
Depoliticizing “E pluribus unum”
by Ross Dizon | Jun 18, 2014 | Formation, Reflections
The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (A), June 22, 2014 – Dt 8, 2-3. 14b-16a; 1 Cor 10, 16-17; Jn 6, 51-58 The loaf of bread is one, so we are one body (1 Cor 10, 17) God feeds us while we pilgrims march through the desert toward the lasting city. Unless we are...
Trinity Sunday – Busted Halo
by John Freund, CM | Jun 14, 2014 | Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
What, why and how do we celebrate Trinity Sunday?
Vincent on the Trinity and Corpus Christi
by John Freund, CM | Jun 13, 2014 | Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
Former Superior General Robert Maloney offered the following insights on Vincent on the Trinity and Corpus Christi. As we approach a "trinity" of celebrations which includes Father's Day in the USA we offer the following as the topic for reflection in the series...
Vincentian-themed prayer resources
by John Freund, CM | Jun 12, 2014 | Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
Looking for Vincentian-themed prayer resources? Chances are that VinFormation might help with prayers for special situations and events throughout the year including litanies and novenas and retreats. Some are limited to words while others have...