Formation

The Pope Video • For the terminally ill

by .famvin | February 10, 2024 | Church, Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

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

Lenten Reflection On Saint Peter

by Famvin Media Resources | February 9, 2024 | Formation | 2 Comments

Fr. Robert Maloney, C.M. offers three reflections suggested by the apostle Peter’s role in the passion narratives.

Challenges of Change

by John Freund, CM | February 9, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Did you notice the graphic with this post? Before reading further I suggest you stop for at least 60 seconds to let it speak to you…What, if anything did it say to you?

Madagascar Twinning Project

by Marie Copeland, Ladies of Charity | February 8, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

Since 2003, the Ladies of Charity have been committed to helping the people of Madagascar through the Twinning Project.

A Vincentian Minute: What Why How 08

by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 10, 2024 | Formation

Fr. Rooney speaks about the things we do, and why and how we do it. This week: prophetic acts.

Lenten Letter Group Reflection – Part 3

by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 9, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

Reflection for groups, on the Lenten Letter 2024 from Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, CM, to the Vincentian Family. Part Three: Invitation to Eucharistic Adoration during Lent.

God Alone Suffices • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent

by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | Mar 9, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

"God is an abyss of gentleness, a sovereign, eternally glorious being, an infinite good that embraces all good;...

Imagine God Requiring a Security Deposit On “Our” Home

by John Freund, CM | Jun 23, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Every renter and landlord knows the meaning of “security deposit.” A security deposit holds people accountable for damages, excessive wear and tear, unpaid rent, etc.

When Children Ask About Homeless People

by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Jun 22, 2023 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections

The children in your life are going to want to know why that person is sleeping on the sidewalk or pushing a shopping cart full of belongings.
The questions will vary. So should our answers.

A Vincentian View: Psalm 100

by Pat Griffin, CM | Jun 21, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Sometimes, I need to preach on a Psalm. This past Sunday, our liturgy offered Psalm 100 as our response to the first reading.

Fears the Sent Ones Must Overcome

by Ross Dizon | Jun 21, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus comes to his own people and they persecute him. This will also be the fate of his disciples. They waver due to their fears. Jesus senses the fears that his apostles harbor. These are the twelve disciples he sends to the lost sheep of the house of Israel. And...

Journeying From Opposites To Equals

by John Freund, CM | Jun 21, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

I suspect we have all known relationships that should not have worked out… but did.

Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 9

by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 20, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

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

Simplicity: my Gospel (St. Vincent de Paul)

by Zeracristos Yosief, C.M. | Jun 19, 2023 | Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice

In the context in which we live today, the term ‘simplicity’ can easily seem an outdated, insignificant and trivial term.

Impact of Every Day Choices

by Fr. Binoy Puthusery, C.M. | Jun 19, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Fulton J. Sheen in his Autobiography, Treasure in Clay Jars, shares an experience which tells us the significance of the decisions and choices which we make in our every day life. "A boy was kicked out of school by the pastor and mother superior. Fulton J. Sheen took...