Formation
Lenten Conferences of Fr. Lacordaire No. 4
Who Is Missing?
by Jim Claffey and Grace D. Bagdon | February 22, 2024 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 1 Comment
The Collaborative Instinct
by Tom McKenna, CM | February 21, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 3 Comments
There have been times in both the history of the Jewish people and in our own Church when there was a wide dividing line between the clergy and the rest of the believing people.
Lourdes and the Common Extremism of the Saints
by John Freund, CM | February 21, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
In theory, and to some degree by nature, I tend to resist extremist views whether liberal or conservative. I still remember my mother stressing “der goldener mittleweg” – the golden middle way.
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.
Lenten Letter Group Reflection – Part 4
by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 16, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Reflection for groups, on the Lenten Letter 2024 from Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, CM, to the Vincentian Family. Fourth and final part: Conclusions and Future Challenges.
The Trinity, A Big Mystery • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent
by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | Mar 16, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
"In addition to the obligation we here have as Christians to honor this feast [Most Holy Trinity], we have a...
Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 14
by Famvin Media Resources | Jul 25, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.
The Vincentian Family: A Fruitful and Flourishing Tree
by Vinícus Augusto Teixeira, CM | Jul 24, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
The Vincentian Family could be compared with a lush and youthful tree laden with fruit and adorned with flowers.
The Virtue of Holy Indifference
by Fr. Binoy Puthusery, C.M. | Jul 24, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
In Christian spiritual tradition, the state of perfect acceptance of the will of God by an entire resignation is called as the virtue of holy indifference. It is not a virtue among many other virtues, but it is a state of virtuous life. There is a famous philosophical...
Louise de Marillac and the Early Congregation of the Mission
by Famvin Media Resources | Jul 23, 2023 | Formation
The relationship and collaboration between St. Louise, the Daughters of Charity, the Ladies of Charity, St. Vincent, and the Congregation of the Mission were precursors of today’s Vincentian Family.
Merciful Commitment • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent
by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | Jul 22, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
"So then, if there are any among us who think they’re in the Mission to evangelize poor people but not to alleviate their sufferings, to take care of their spiritual needs but not their temporal ones, I reply that we have to help them and have them assisted in every...
Saint Justin de Jacobis, Shepherd of the Burning Desert Plains
by Famvin Media Resources | Jul 21, 2023 | Formation
A presentation about St. Justin de Jacobis (Feast day: July 30), an exceptional model of holiness and missionary life/ Based on an article by Marlio Nasayó Liévano, CM, Province of Colombia.
Are We a “Listening” Community?
by John Freund, CM | Jul 21, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
I suspect we have all heard stories about or even lived with someone who was “hard of hearing.”
Deadline Extended! Young Adult Vincentian Small Faith Community
by Mary Pimmel-Freeman | Jul 20, 2023 | Formation, News
Attention Young Adults Ages 18-35! The next Vincentian Small Faith Community cohort will begin in August 2023 and continue through December 2023. The deadline has been extended!
For Future Generations!
by MaryAnn Dantuono, AIC | Jul 20, 2023 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
The Maastricht Principles on the Human Rights of Future Generations were adopted in early 2023 and supported by almost sixty leading experts in legal and human rights from different parts of the world.