Based on a sermon by Jean Daniel Planchot, CM.
Formation
Vincentian Prayer Images: Vincent – Whose Lives Matter
by John Freund, CM | June 9, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family | 0 Comments
What do our tables say to us about whose lives matter?
The Hidden Treasures of Honduras
by Anastazia Hamadejová | June 8, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
This time in Honduras taught us to live in accord with a pastoral plan but also to be able to change plans in accord with the situation.
Faithful to God’s Plan for My Life
by .famvin | June 7, 2020 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation | 0 Comments
It is “not that Catherine Labouré was holy because she saw the Blessed Virgin; she was holy because she was faithful to the mission given her to do.”
Ihor, a life changed amidst the pandemic in Ukraine
by .famvin | June 7, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
Ihor worked as a storekeeper at a metal warehouse. However, just before the quarantine measures were implemented, the owner fired Ihor from his job.
AIC Training Video Series for Feast of Saint Louise, Part 5
by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 6, 2021 | Formation, International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity
The fifth in a series of videos offered by the AIC International Training Team to mark the Feast of St. Louise de Marillac.
AIC Training Video Series for Feast of Saint Louise, Part 4
by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 5, 2021 | Formation, International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity
The fourth in a series of videos offered by the AIC International Training Team to mark the Feast of St. Louise de Marillac.
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.