Formation

A Parable of the Bike

by John Freund, CM | February 23, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

The author’s reflections did not refer to pleasant bike rides in the safety of a park. He speaks of the hostility and risks faced by bike riders on busy city streets or highways.

Lenten Conferences of Fr. Lacordaire No. 5

by .famvin | February 23, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments

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

“Journey of the Heart” Lenten Video Series from Basilica Shrine of the Miraculous Medal – Part 4

by .famvin | February 22, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments

Three people reflect on their own Lenten experiences.

Lenten Conferences of Fr. Lacordaire No. 4

by .famvin | February 22, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments

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

Firewood for the Soul: Lightning Speed

by Samantha Hill | Mar 18, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.

A Vincentian Minute: What Why How 09

by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 17, 2024 | Formation

Fr. Rooney speaks about the things we do, and why and how we do it. This week: collaboration with non-believers.

Investment or Expense?

by Lindsey Adams | Mar 17, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

In a country where some children as young as five have to generate income, education seems an unaffordable investment.

Anecdotes of the Vincentian Family: Comparison Between the Lives of Vincent de Paul and Frederic Ozanam

by .famvin | Jul 29, 2023 | Formation

Despite the distance of two centuries between them, there are — in the biographies of Vincent de Paul and Frederic Ozanam— some curious points of coincidence [...]. Although both were born far from Paris (Ozanam in Italy), they were inhabitants of that city most of...

Video on St. Justin de Jacobis, C.M. (Feast Day: July 30)

by Famvin Media Resources | Jul 28, 2023 | Formation

St. Justin de Jacobis, C.M. promoted indigenous clergy in Eritrea and Ethiopia.

The Pope Video • For World Youth Day

by .famvin | Jul 28, 2023 | Church, Formation, Reflections

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

Lessons From Those Flying Geese

by John Freund, CM | Jul 28, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Just about everyone has seen a flock of geese flying in their trademark V-formation. They are a thing of beauty to behold…. if you can get beyond their negative effects at lower altitudes.

Five Faces of Justin De Jacobis

by Javier F. Chento | Jul 26, 2023 | Formation, Reflections, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice

If I had to pick a single Daughter of Charity to present to the sisters as a model, I would pick Rosalie Rendu. If I had to pick a single missionary to present to the confreres, I would pick Justin de Jacobis.

Drinking At The Fountain of God’s Word (Isaiah 55: 10-11)

by Tom McKenna, CM | Jul 26, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

With this hot weather scorching many parts of the globe, it’s not hard to appreciate the metaphor the prophet Isaiah offers as a picture of how it is between ourselves and God — more specifically, between ourselves and the Word of God.

Has Pope Francis “Made a Mess?”

by John Freund, CM | Jul 26, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Almost ten years ago to the day, Pope Francis told young people his hopes for World Youth Day. The sound bite people remember… “make a mess.”

Supreme Value of the Kingdom of God

by Ross Dizon | Jul 25, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

On top of being the scribe who is trained in the kingdom of heaven, Jesus embodies also the supreme value that this kingdom is. The teaching is clear that the kingdom of heaven is the supreme value. For there is this saying: “Seek first the kingdom of God and his...