The first in a series of videos offered by the AIC International Training Team to mark the Feast of St. Louise de Marillac.
Formation
We Are God’s Story… and God’s Story-tellers
by John Freund, CM | May 29, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
We are God’s Story… and God’s Storytellers
Crash Course In Homelessness In 400 Words
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | May 28, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections | 1 Comment
Take the time to read the next 400 words to gain a broader perspective on the seemingly intractable issue of homelessness.
A Vincentian View: Listening with the Spirit
by Pat Griffin, CM | May 27, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Pentecost holds high the Holy Spirit for our attention and devotion.
A Wide-Angle Lens On the Cries of the Poor
by John Freund, CM | May 27, 2020 | Formation, Justice and Peace, Reflections, Systemic change | 3 Comments
The earth herself, burdened and laid waste, is among the most abandoned and maltreated of our poor; she “groans in travail” (Rom 8:22)
St. Louise de Marillac Video
by Famvin Media Resources | May 23, 2021 | Formation
For the next few moments, reflect on this video from the Daughters of Charity International.
Our Faith Encouraged Us In Our Mission To Serve
by Mary Cleire Miguel, Angela Valdellon & Karen Cabula | May 22, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
Guidance services from a Vincentian school during this time of Pandemic.
Saturday Study Hall – Vincentian women
by John Freund, CM | Feb 7, 2014 | Formation, Vincentian Family
Pope Francis has said ""Women are asking deep questions that must be addressed. The church cannot be herself without the woman and her role. The woman is essential for the church. Mary, a woman, is more important than the bishops." For this week's installment of...
Vincentian workshops in wise asset management
by John Freund, CM | Feb 5, 2014 | Congregation of the Mission, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice, Vincentian Family
Wise Asset Management, Strategic Planning, and Grant-Writing - Father Gregory Gay, CM announces a series of workshops focusing on these three topics . "While the workshops are being sponsored by the Congregation of the Mission, we want them to be open to participants...
Saturday Study Hall – Change in depth
by John Freund, CM | Jan 31, 2014 | Formation, Systemic change, Vincentian Family
The series "Saturday Study Hall" explores a topic in greater depth through the resources of the Vincentian Encyclopedia. (A counter-part, Formation Fridays, explores the more practical resources of VinFormation.) Many will find it particularly interesting to re-read...
Maloney – “transforming hope”
by John Freund, CM | Jan 29, 2014 | Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
In his usual insightful and clear style Fr. Robert Maloney, CM addresses the big "why"question and Christian hope in a piece which appeared in America under the title "A Feathered Thing" . Borrowing an image from Emily Dickinson "Hope is the thing with feathers" he...
Saturday Study Hall – Congregation of the Mission
by John Freund, CM | Jan 24, 2014 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation
Jan. 25, 1617 marks the foundation of the Congregation of the Mission when Vincent preached the famous sermon at Folleville. It was not formally set up until January 25, 1625. Initial impetus for foundation - Sermon at Folleville Foundation Day Vincentian...
Fatal attraction
by Ross Dizon | Jan 20, 2014 | Reflections
Third Sunday in Ordinary Time (A), January 26, 2014 – Is 8, 23b – 9, 3; 1 Cor 1, 10-13. 17; Mt 4, 12-23 Praising God and enjoying favor with all the people (Acts 2, 47) Rather than impose, brightness attracts. Whoever imposes admits he is not attractive. St. Francis...
Saturday Study Hall – Vincentian Family Saints
by John Freund, CM | Jan 11, 2014 | Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
"Study Hall" - echoes of earlier formal stages in our preparation for life. But as the Pope has recently reminded us formation is a lifelong task. In that spirit FamVin is beginning a new series "Saturday Study Hall" which for the most part will draw on articles in...
Formation of Vincentian laity
by John Freund, CM | Jan 8, 2014 | Daughters of Charity, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
Fr. Joseph McCann, CM reflects on leadership lessons in ‘Sister Gen’: A Case Study of Vincentian Leadership. He raises the important question of how Vincentian Formation for Leadership can take place outside traditional structures. "Our case study suggests certain...
Video for Feast of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton: January 4
by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 1, 2014 | Formation, Vincentian Family
VinFormation presents a new YouTube video on St. Elizabeth Ann Seton.