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.
Reflections
Mary’s Magnificat and God’s Dangerous Dream
by John Freund, CM | March 15, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
This title of Mary Mother of the Church takes us beyond the magnificent privilege of her being chosen as the mother of Jesus.
The Northern Missions
by Sister Susan Smolinsky, SC | March 14, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
The Sisters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul, Halifax served in the northern missions of Canada in cities, towns and villages.
A Vincentian View: A Great Symphony of Prayer
by Pat Griffin, CM | March 13, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
In preparation for the Jubilee Year 2025, Pope Francis has invited the Christian community to center 2024 around the theme of prayer.
Clocks Versus the Time In Our Heads
by John Freund, CM | March 13, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
Changing your clocks, watches, and iPhone settings might not be as important as you think. Before you panic about being out of sync for your 9:00 am meeting, hear me out!
Two Lenten Meditations (Slide Presentation)
by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 22, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
“Our contemplation of the crucified Lord can not remain merely a pious exercise…” – Fr. Robert Maloney, C.M.
Which are you? A “Whack-a-mole” or “Big picture” Person?
by John Freund, CM | Mar 22, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
It occurs to me that there are two approaches to problem-solving. – “Whack-a-mole” and “Big Picture.”
Challenges of the Congregation of the Mission for a Promising Future
by .famvin | Jan 28, 2024 | Congregation of the Mission, Reflections
A reflection by Fr. Jean Rolex, C.M. on the challenges of the Congregation of the Mission for a promising future.
From the Greatest to the Least – God is There • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent
by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | Jan 27, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
"In addition to this general work, He toils with each individual: with the craftsman in his shop, with the woman in her household, with the ant and the bee to do their collecting, and He does so constantly and continually. And why does He labor? For us, dear Sisters,...
The Gift of Vincent’s Charism
by John Freund, CM | Jan 26, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Indeed, Vincent left a wonderful gift to the Church.We all know and appreciate his passion for the poor. His foundations came out of his passion for the poor.
Gospel Readiness (1 Samuel 3:3-10)
by Tom McKenna, CM | Jan 24, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Am I more often alert to the sounds of God’s presence? Or do I not pay much attention to the ways God is directing me?
Ever Wonder About Jesus’ Kindergarten?
by John Freund, CM | Jan 24, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
There is so much I don’t know about the family we call The Holy Family and … Our Lady of Nazareth.
Destroy the Idols that Make Us Slaves
by Ross Dizon | Jan 23, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus, the only Son who is in the bosom of the Father, makes him known. For us to see him, then, is to see the Father, which gives us reason to destroy our idols. Jesus teaches in the synagogue of Capernaum. He amazes those who hear him, since he strikes them as one...
Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 40
by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 23, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.
Firewood for the Soul: What Are We Busy About?
by Samantha Hill | Jan 22, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.
From the Contemplation of God to the Love of God • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent
by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | Jan 20, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
"To love God perfectly, to be swallowed up in the contemplation of His Divine Essence, His beauty, His goodness, His wisdom, and His other perfections. That’s the occupation of the saints with respect to Our Lord, who remembers the love He had to save them"...