Formation

A Vincentian Minute: What Why How 04

by Famvin Media Resources | February 11, 2024 | Formation | 1 Comment

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

The Poor and Quality of Life • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent

by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | February 10, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

"O Savior! O my Lord and my God! You’ve raised up a Company for this purpose; You’ve sent it to persons who are poor, and You will that it should make You known to them as the one, true God, and Jesus Christ whom You sent into the world, so that, by this means, they...

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.

Crucified Love

by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 15, 2024 | Formation

“The Lenten season offers us once again an opportunity to reflect upon the very heart of Christian life: charity.” – Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger, Benedict XVI

Mary’s Magnificat and God’s Dangerous Dream

by John Freund, CM | Mar 15, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

This title of Mary Mother of the Church takes us beyond the magnificent privilege of her being chosen as the mother of Jesus.

Lenten Conferences of Fr. Lacordaire No. 20

by .famvin | Mar 15, 2024 | Formation

Lenten Series of reflections taken from the Conferences of the Rev. Lacordaire.

Was Jesus an “Either/Or” …or… a “Both/And” Thinker?

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

Last weekend Catholics read the same Gospel passage in church Friday and Sunday. Both times I had the same reaction. I never got past the first line. “Do not let your hearts be troubled?”

A Vincentian View: Good Friends

by Pat Griffin, CM | May 10, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

We celebrate the Solemnity of Saint Louise de Marillac on May 9th. This feast invites us to think of Louise, her gifts, and her ministry. Sometimes, I get caught up in a sidebar reflection.

Surprised By Vincentian Elements at the Coronation!

by John Freund, CM | May 10, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

I never expected to hear St. Vincent dePaul speaking at the coronation of King Charles III! My ears perked up at the proclamation of what many refer to as the Vincentian Gospel (Luke 4:16).

Defend Those Who Are Poor and Helpless

by Ross Dizon | May 9, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus lives. That is why they see him and live those who believe in him, and love him. The Spirit of truth does not fail to defend them. Jesus takes leave of his disciples. For comes the hour for him to give his body up and to shed his blood. Hence, they are sad...