Reflections
Mother Seton’s ‘Certain Hope’ in Mary, Assumed Into Heaven
by Tom Hoopes | August 15, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
The Church teaches that Mary’s Assumption anticipates the resurrection and is a sign of hope and comfort for us all. In her life, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton continually relied on this certain hope, in the sure knowledge of Mary’s presence in eternity, body and soul.
St. Jane Frances de Chantal and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton: Made for Communion
by Lisa Lickona, STL | August 12, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Heavens Tell the Story of God
by John Freund, CM | August 12, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
What does it mean that Mary is the Queen of Creation?
Caregiving
by Marie A. Copeland | August 11, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
No matter how you arrive at the role of caregiver, whether suddenly or gradually, there is a spiritual component to caregiving.
Vincentian Prayer Images: Contemporary Art 17
by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 21, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of St. Vincent de Paul as portrayed by a contemporary artist.
The Company of Charity in the Community of Earth
by .famvin | Feb 19, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
The ZOOM series “The Company of Charity in the Community of Earth,” sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth and Sisters of Charity of New York has been recorded.
Daring to Follow Christ: A Lenten Reflection
by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 17, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Lenten Reflection based on a letter by Fr. Robert Maloney, C.M.
Vincentian Prayer Images: Ordinary People Serving From the Midst of Our Lives
by John Freund, CM | May 5, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
Vincent would remind us today that we walk in that tradition today as ordinary people bringing Good News in the midst of our daily lives.
Physically Distant, Socially Connected
by Mary Pimmel-Freeman | May 4, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
At the beginning of quarantine, we were told to begin social distancing. As the weeks went on, my actions stayed the same, but my terminology changed to “physical distancing.”
How COVID-19 is Affecting Trafficking
by Michelle Loisel, D.C. | May 4, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
And what about those who have been trafficked? These individuals aren’t being socially distanced.
Building the Future After the Pandemic
by Jorge Luis Rodríguez, B., CM | May 2, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
I would like to share with you some information which I am sure you are all familiar with.
Vocation Sunday With Pope Francis and Two Vincentians
by John Freund, CM | May 1, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Both Pope Francis and our Superior General have written letters in advance of Good Shepherd or Vocation Sunday.. Read how keys points affected one Vincentian.
The Strength of Our Elders
by Nathália Meneghine | Apr 30, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
It is the elderly who can best offer us the resilience and the strength that we need to live through these days and do so with hope for the future.
Help Homeless People While Socially Distancing?
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Apr 30, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
What can I do in this time of social distancing? The highly committed and knowledgeable folks at Invisible People offer many ways you can contribute to the welfare of homeless people in your community— all while maintaining social distance. Here is what I learned from...
A Vincentian View: Lessons Learned
by Pat Griffin, CM | Apr 29, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
The situation caused by the coronavirus has provided a certain level of instruction for many of us.
The Reality of the Church – Then… and Now
by John Freund, CM | Apr 29, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
The church of almost 2000 years ago Many times we think of an idealized version of the early community as presented in the second chapter Acts 2:42 and repeated in the fourth chapter Acts 4:32 to highlight the importance for St. Luke. ... they devoted themselves to...