Formation

Lifting the Veil (Is. 25: 6-8; Phil 4:20; Mt 22:1-14)

by Tom McKenna, CM | October 21, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

One of the favorite images seen all through the Scriptures is the feast, the sumptuous banquet overflowing, as Isaiah pictures it, with “juicy, rich food and choice wines.”

The Forgotten Part of “What Must Be Done”

by John Freund, CM | October 21, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change | 0 Comments

When St. Vincent asked “What must be done?” he looked beyond what was always done. Is there a better way of doing what we have always done?

Deeds, Indeed, and Not Just Words

by Ross Reyes Dizon | October 20, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Jesus embodies the truth that good deeds are love and not good words and reasons. Do we really live up to this truth? We are often encouraged to love God (SV.EN XI:32). “But let it be with the strength of our arms and the sweat of our brows.” That is to say, love...

Vincentian Prayer Images: Leave Everything To Serve

by John Freund, CM | October 20, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family | 0 Comments

Let’s leave everything to serve God and our neighbor. St. Vincent de Paul

A Vincentian Minute: Thoughts on Blessed Frederic Ozanam, Part 2

by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 5, 2021 | Formation

Fr. Aidan Rooney, C.M. presents the second episode of his video series on Blessed Frederic Ozanam, one of the principal thinkers of the Vincentian Way.

Advent 2021 – Waiting In Hope

by .famvin | Dec 4, 2021 | Formation, Reflections

Then Mary said, “Here am I, the servant of the Lord; let it be with me according to your word.” Then the angel departed from her.

The Pope Video • Catechists

by .famvin | Dec 4, 2021 | Church, Formation, Reflections

“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: Catechists.

Have your boarding pass ready

by Ross Reyes Dizon | Jan 20, 2015 | Formation, Reflections

Third Sunday in Ordinary Time (B), January 25, 2015 – Jon 3, 1-5. 10; 1 Cor 7, 29-31; Mk 1, 14-20 The time is running out (1 Cor 7, 29) The proclamation of the kingdom of God is also an invitation to repentance. “The kingdom of God is not a matter of food and drink,...

Evaluating the “Francis effect”

by John Freund, CM | Jan 20, 2015 | Spirituality and Spiritual Practice

Is Francis bringing people back to church?

Baptism – Hold the Net – Blinded by the Lights – Ordinary Time

by Lynn L'Heureux | Jan 19, 2015 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul

Baptism – Hold the Net – Blinded by the Lights – Ordinary Time

“Journey of Vincent” Video: Enhanced Definition Version

by John Freund, CM | Jan 19, 2015 | Formation

“Journey of Vincent” Video: Enhanced Definition Version

Evangelized By the Poor: The Salvific Power of Those Living in Poverty

by John Freund, CM | Jan 15, 2015 | Spirituality and Spiritual Practice

Evangelized By the Poor: The Salvific Power of Those Living in Poverty

Up close and personal

by Ross Reyes Dizon | Jan 13, 2015 | Formation, Reflections

Second Sunday in Ordinary Time (B), January 18, 2015 – 1 Sam 3, 3b-10. 19; 1 Cor 6, 13c-15a. 17-20; Jn 1, 35-42 Whoever is joined to the Lord becomes one Spirit with him (1 Cor 6, 17) Our Lord reveals himself to the clean of heart who show interest in him. He offers...

What is the Vincentian Way?

by John Freund, CM | Jan 11, 2015 | Spirituality and Spiritual Practice

What is the Vincentian Way? Reflections from Mike Syslo, National Senior Director of Governance of the Vincent de Paul Society We often hear the expression, “That’s the way we do things as Vincentians.” Or the reverse is heard as well: “That’s not the way Vincentians...