Formation

Lift up the Son of Man on the Cross

by Ross Dizon | March 5, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

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...

Lenten Conferences of Fr. Lacordaire No. 12

by .famvin | March 5, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments

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

Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 46

by Famvin Media Resources | March 5, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.

New Wine, New Wineskins

by Mary Frances Jaster | March 4, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

We have a new baby in our family. Jacob is just two weeks old, and he has captured me in a surprising way. Why am I so surprised?

Lenten Examination of Conscience for Vincentians – Week 7

by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 29, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

Each Friday of Lent we shared a different guide to help examine your conscience based on different aspects of our lives as members of the Vincentian Family.

“Journey of the Heart” Lenten Video Series from Basilica Shrine of the Miraculous Medal – Part 17

by .famvin | Mar 29, 2024 | Formation

Three people reflect on the Lord’s love for all mankind as manifested through the sacrifice of His only Son.

“Journey of the Heart” Lenten Video Series from Basilica Shrine of the Miraculous Medal – Part 16

by .famvin | Mar 28, 2024 | Formation

Three people discuss how the traditional washing of feet symbolizes our Christian call to service.

The Pope Video • For People Living on the Margins

by .famvin | Sep 9, 2023 | Church, Formation, Reflections

“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: For People Living on the Margins.

Ozanam: The Inspiration Continues

by Famvin Media Resources | Sep 9, 2023 | Formation, Society of St. Vincent de Paul

This film was written and Directed by Bruce Dynan, and produced for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, New South Wales and Australian Capital Territory (ACT) State Council, Australia. It was posted online by the Society of St. Vincent de Paul USA. ...

Bridging Faith and Justice: The Life and Legacy of Frederic Ozanam

by Famvin Media Resources | Sep 9, 2023 | Formation

In this video, DePaul University’s Matthieu Brejon de Lavergnée and Craig Mousin, together with Tamara Thrasher of the Ozanam Center in Cincinnati, OH, share their insights on the legacy of Frederic Ozanam.

Frederic Ozanam: Pioneer and Prophet

by Famvin Media Resources | Sep 8, 2023 | Formation

Frederic Ozanam’s practical theology foreshadowed seismic shifts in Catholic social theory 100 years into the future.

How Did America Get So Mean?

by John Freund, CM | Sep 8, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Noted columnist David Brooks caught my attention! In a September 2023 reflection in the Atlantic Monthly (Subscription required), he wrote Over the past eight years or so, I’ve been obsessed with two questions. The first is: Why have Americans become so sad? … My second, related question is: Why have Americans become so mean?

Frederic Ozanam and Vincentian Formation

by Famvin Media Resources | Sep 7, 2023 | Formation, Society of St. Vincent de Paul

The following video examines six elements that help spiritually form the members of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. The text is adapted from the article “Frédéric Ozanam: Systemic Thinking, and Systemic Change," by Raymond L. Sickinger, Ph.D. Vincentian Heritage...

A Canadian View: Summer Reflections

by Jim Paddon | Sep 7, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

As we approach the end of summer here in Canada, for myself and many others, we have had a summer of relaxation and an opportunity to enjoy time with family and exploring new and exciting parts of our vast nation.