Formation
Lenten Letter Group Reflection – Part 1
by Famvin Media Resources | February 24, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Reflection for groups, on the Lenten Letter 2024 from Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, CM, to the Vincentian Family. Part One: Importance of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.
Wanting their Good, and Letting Ourselves be Loved • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent
by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | February 24, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
“Journey of the Heart” Lenten Video Series from Basilica Shrine of the Miraculous Medal – Part 5
Lenten Examination of Conscience for Vincentians – Week 2
by Famvin Media Resources | February 23, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Each Friday of Lent we will share a different guide to help examine your conscience based on different aspects of our lives as members of the Vincentian Family.
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Set Free, out of Love, the Oppressed
by Ross Dizon | Mar 26, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Christ is risen! This goes to show that to go from here to there to preach the Good News to the poor, to cure the...
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Firewood for the Soul: Embrace
by Samantha Hill | Mar 25, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.
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A Vincentian Minute: What Why How 10
by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 24, 2024 | Formation
Fr. Rooney speaks about the things we do, and why and how we do it. This week: the Jesus of St. Vincent de Paul.
Do It Right Or Don’t Do It At All! • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent
by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | Jun 24, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
"Monsieur, let people think and say whatever they wish. Rest assured that the maxims of Jesus Christ and the examples of His life are not misleading; they produce their fruit in due time. Anything not in comformity with them is vain and everything turns out badly for...
Gentleness Overcoming Arrogance and Haughtiness
by Zeracristos Yosief, C.M. | Jun 24, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Throughout history, many philosophers and theologians have reflected on the virtue of meekness. Even Jesus is no exception.
The Pope Video • For the abolition of torture
by .famvin | Jun 24, 2023 | Church, Formation, Reflections
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: For the abolition of torture.
Vincentian Discernment in Daily Life by Fr. Hugh O’Donnell, C.M.
by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 23, 2023 | Formation
Fr. Hugh O’Donnell, C.M. explores “discernment” as “a choice, not between good and evil, but between two or more goods.”
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.