Formation
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.
From Global Advocacy to Action: Developing Homelessness Prevention Policies and Programs
by Julia Wagner, IGH | February 8, 2024 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 0 Comments
Stakeholders, including the United Nations, advocate for expanding prevention strategies to avert future homelessness.
Her Doing Heart: Key Relationships in Elizabeth Seton’s Life (Part 6)
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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.
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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;...
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CIF Asia 2024: Opening the Doors to Vincentian Family, India
by Fr. Thuruthel Joy, CM | Mar 9, 2024 | Formation, News
From February 4 to 14, 2024, the Southern Indian Province, under the guidance of the International Formation Centre (CIF), hosted a short course on ‘Vincentian Spirituality and Ethics’ at Karunalya, Belwadi, Mysore.
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...
Doing What God Calls You To Do
by Josephine Lomasney, DC | Jun 17, 2023 | Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
Sister Josephine Lomasney, DC, is a Daughter of Charity currently on mission in Emmitsburg, Maryland and ministering at Mother Seton School.
The Heart of Jesus In the Spirituality of Vincent de Paul
by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 16, 2023 | Formation
In his writings and conferences, St. Vincent makes many mentions of the Heart of Jesus. Learn more in this presentation based on an article by Fr. Robert Maloney, CM.
Lyrics That Lead to Prayer
by John Freund, CM | Jun 16, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
“Life is not tried, it is merely survived, if you’re standing outside the fire.” When country singer Garth Brooks wrote those lyrics in 1993, I wonder if he thought it might lead to prayer.
My Experience in Uvalde, Texas
by Sister Regina Hlavac, D.C. | Jun 15, 2023 | Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
The Catholic Extension asked for 10 Sister volunteers to be a part of their Fun Camp for the 3rd and 4th graders and their parents from Robb Elementary School.
Naming God (Exodus 34: 8-9; John 3:16)
by Tom McKenna, CM | Jun 14, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Two people are in a conversation, asking how they feel about each other. After much back and forth, one says to the other, “How would you name that feeling?”
The NATO approach to Corpus Christi
by John Freund, CM | Jun 14, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
I never realized how often Jesus reminded his followers to move beyond talk to action.
Sheep Who Do Not Have a Shepherd
by Ross Dizon | Jun 13, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus, the Good Shepherd, seeks the good of the sheep. He is not like those who steal, slaughter and destroy as they seek their own good. Jesus has compassion for the crowds, for they are troubled and abandoned like sheep that have no shepherd. A circumstance, then,...
Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 8
by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 13, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.