Formation

A Vincentian Minute: Incarnation 03

by Famvin Media Resources | December 24, 2023 | Formation | 0 Comments

Fr. Rooney speaks about the Incarnation in Vincentian Spirituality. This week: Embracing the Salvation Project.

Blessed and Merry Christmas from the FAMVIN Team

by .famvin | December 24, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

In these very endearing dates, the .famvin team wishes you a happy and blessed Christmas.

Go and See the Child Lying in the Manger

by Ross Dizon | December 24, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Jesus is little and poor. We are to go and see and live his being little and poor, so that we may be clean and free of pride and greed that spell ruin. As the shepherds get the good news about the Savior’s birth, great fear takes hold of them. For a great and...

Three Virtues to Give Ourselves to God • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent

by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | December 23, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

"One thing you may find very helpful is to call to mind the virtues of your Sisters who have died, which were very great; and I have no doubt that there are several saints among them. You’ll find in them the marks of the true spirit of the Daughter of Charity. Try to...

Blessed Rosalie Rendu: Spiritual and Human Portrait (Feast Day: February 7)

by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 3, 2024 | Formation

Who was this simple country girl who became a great symbol of Our Lord’s loving mercy toward those who are poor?

Blessed Rosalie Rendu: Heroine Alongside Cholera Victims

by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 2, 2024 | Formation

Blessed Rosalie Rendu, D.C. was able to remain calm and unshakeable as she organized relief services for her neighbors struck down by disease.

“Insiders” With Closed Minds; “Outsiders” Who Were Open

by John Freund, CM | Feb 2, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

I don’t think I can ever again read Luke’s account of Jesus’ rejection in his hometown (4:21-30) without thinking of Pope Francis’ homily.

Remember Saying, “Are We There Yet”?

by John Freund, CM | Jun 2, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Even those of us in advanced age remember the excitement and impatience. Four words – “Are we there yet” – captured our anticipation, excitement, and impatience.

God’s Presence In Our Encounters With Others

by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 2, 2023 | Formation

Creating encounters in charity with others brings us closer to God.

A Canadian View: A Spiritual Evolution

by Jim Paddon | Jun 1, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

When us older (and hopefully wiser) Vincentians look back on what this world has achieved in our lifetimes it is truly amazing.

Testimonies from the Latin American Missionary Encounter

by Karla Escobar | Jun 1, 2023 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Marian Youth

The Missionary Encounter for the American Continent (EMLA), organized by the Vincentian Marian Youth (VMY), took place in Honduras from January 13 to 28, 2023.

The Way (John 14:1-12)

by Tom McKenna, CM | May 31, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Rereading Andre Dodin’s biography of Saint Vincent de Paul recently, I was struck with the phrase he used to weave together the various threads of Vincent’s life.

What Fire Do You Feed?

by John Freund, CM | May 31, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Feeding a fire! Who, me? Yes! … And me!

Savor the Love that God Has for Us

by Ross Dizon | May 30, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus shows the depth of God’s love to the end. To savor such love is to know the One who creates us and is with us and makes us breathe. Those who cherish the law, the Torah, savor it, for they find it to be sweeter than honey. So, Jesus who fulfills the law and...