This is the third of a series of formation packages meant for individual or group study based upon “The Prophetic...

by Javier F. Chento | July 26, 2023 | Formation, Reflections, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice | 0 Comments
If I had to pick a single Daughter of Charity to present to the sisters as a model, I would pick Rosalie Rendu. If I had to pick a single missionary to present to the confreres, I would pick Justin de Jacobis.
by Zeracristos Yosief, C.M. | June 19, 2023 | Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice | 1 Comment
In the context in which we live today, the term ‘simplicity’ can easily seem an outdated, insignificant and trivial term.
by Josephine Lomasney, DC | June 17, 2023 | Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice | 0 Comments
Sister Josephine Lomasney, DC, is a Daughter of Charity currently on mission in Emmitsburg, Maryland and ministering at Mother Seton School.
by Sister Regina Hlavac, D.C. | June 15, 2023 | Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice | 1 Comment
The Catholic Extension asked for 10 Sister volunteers to be a part of their Fun Camp for the 3rd and 4th graders and their parents from Robb Elementary School.
by John Freund, CM | Mar 4, 2017 | Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
This is the third of a series of formation packages meant for individual or group study based upon “The Prophetic...
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Mar 2, 2017 | Formation, Reflections, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
We're all looking to refresh our Lenten practices. As Family with a deep devotion to the Blessed Mother, why not walk...
by Amanda Lopez | Feb 25, 2017 | Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
Do you feel called to serve as a spiritual director? Developed...
by John Freund, CM | Aug 1, 2013 | Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
Have you ever wondered about the impact his rural roots had on Vincent's spirituality... and by extension those who walk in his way? Antonino Orcajo, CM has and he has collected his reflections in an article translated for famvin .org "Rural Roots of Vincentian...
by John Freund, CM | Jul 2, 2013 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice, Vincentian Family
Think you understand Ozanam? Really get to know him this September in Madison The spirit that Frédéric Ozanam helped kindle among five of his college friends in 1833 spread rapidly through Europe, swept across the Atlantic by 1845, and has ever since infused the work...
by John Freund, CM | May 18, 2013 | Spirituality and Spiritual Practice, Systemic change
Vinformation presents a video reflection “The Spiritual Fire Within” based on a presentation by Fr. Robert Maloney, C.M . http://youtu.be/N9vabN4CoBM It is based on text taken from SYSTEMIC CHANGE AND THE POOR General Assembly of the Congregation of the Mission...
by John Freund, CM | May 12, 2013 | Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
Fr. Corpus Delgado, CM writes in his article "Marian Spirituality and the Vincentian Charism" I felt it would be good to center our work on two essential elements that make up the two parts of this presentation. 1. What are the inspirational sources of Marian...
by John Freund, CM | May 5, 2013 | Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
Scott P. Richert of About.com offers a litany of he Holy Spirit and related resources for Pentecost. Litany of the Holy Spirit This litany reminds us of the many attributes of the Holy Spirit, while asking for His guidance and grace as we struggle to grow in our...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 27, 2013 | Spirituality and Spiritual Practice, Systemic change
How are ordinary people changing the systems that have trapped them? The members of the International Commission to Promote Systemic Change offer a new series of stories illustrating lived insights from around the world. Simple ideas that work. In the first of these...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 26, 2013 | Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
Father Corpus Delgado, CM concludes his insightful article on the prayer of St. Louise with three practical suggestions … suggestions that can encourage us, as members of the Vincentian Family, to continue to develop a life of prayer. 1] In the area of prayer we...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 14, 2013 | Spirituality and Spiritual Practice, Vincentian Family
The following presentation on Saint Louise as a spiritual woman has been taken form a freshly translated article of the same title. It focuses on the following four aspects of her spirituality: a woman inspired by the Spirit a woman of prayer and a woman who...
by John Freund, CM | Mar 26, 2013 | Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
Former Superior General reflects on "The Eucharist in the Vincentian Tradition - Love is Creative unto Infinity" He writes... In this article I offer some reflections on the Eucharist in the Vincentian tradition. Following a methodology I have used on many other...