Formation

Firewood for the Soul: The Experience of the Wilderness

by Samantha Hill | January 15, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

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

Cultural Diversity in One Faith: St. Mary’s Parish, Greensboro, North Carolina, USA

by Famvin Media Resources | January 14, 2024 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation | 1 Comment

Two videos about St. Mary’s Catholic Parish, located in Greensboro, NC and served by the Vincentian Family.

Do it for God (Do it for Love) • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent

by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | January 13, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

"One means of doing [your service] as God wills is to do it in charity—in charity, Sisters. How excellent that will make your service! But do you know what it means to do it in charity? It’s to do it in God, for God is charity, and it’s to do it purely for God; it’s...

Illustrations in the Common Rules of the Congregation of the Mission

by Famvin Media Resources | January 12, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments

Father John Rybolt, C.M. describes and analyzes the two engravings in the original edition of the Common Rules of the Congregation of the Mission.

A Transforming Surprise – Encounter With Jesus

by John Freund, CM | Feb 28, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus’ disciples experienced a transforming surprise. They became aware of being loved. That encounter opened their eyes … and they ran to tell others about it!

“Journey of the Heart” Lenten Video Series from Basilica Shrine of the Miraculous Medal – Part 6

by .famvin | Feb 28, 2024 | Formation

Three people reflect on how prayer transforms their lives during Lent.

Contemplation: Not to Be Forgotten – SSVP USA, a Weekly Reflection

by Tim Williams | Feb 27, 2024 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul

This post originally appeared on ssvpusa.org There are thousands of agencies, organizations, and individuals who offer...

The Pope Video • For a non-violent culture

by .famvin | Apr 15, 2023 | Church, Formation, Reflections

“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: For a non-violent culture.

St. Louise de Marillac: a bold and creative woman

by Famvin Media Resources | Apr 14, 2023 | Formation

St. Louise moved from a world of suffering to a new life of creative boldness and leadership.

What Is the Real World Anyway?

by John Freund, CM | Apr 14, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

How often have you heard … “But in the real world…? “ “That’s fine in theory… but in the real world…?”

A Canadian View: Charity and Justice

by Jim Paddon | Apr 13, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

The on-going struggle to introduce and promote social justice within the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul in Canada is one that continues to challenge us in many ways.

Christ is risen, Alleluia!

by .famvin | Apr 13, 2023 | Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice

“Jesus, who was crucified, has risen as he said. Alleluia!”

A Vincentian View: A Triduum with Mary

by Pat Griffin, CM | Apr 12, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

The place of Mary sometimes surfaces in my reflections on the holy days of the Easter Triduum.

Does God Love Us “For Better Or Worse?”

by John Freund, CM | Apr 12, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Does “for better or for worse” mean anything in the age of “prenuptial agreements?”

Send Jesus, Send the Disciples

by Ross Dizon | Apr 11, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus is God’s Sent One to announce the Good News to the poor. And the Sent One, in turn, does not hesitate to send his disciples. Jesus tells his disciples that for him to send them is to give them a share in his own mission. For he says to them, “As the Father has...