Thinking about the Vincentian Movement as being rooted in an awareness of God’s love which radiates out in widening circles.

by .famvin | February 1, 2025 | Formation, Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Systemic change | 0 Comments
The Rule of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul emphasizes a commitment to systemic change by addressing both immediate needs and the root causes of poverty through charity and justice. Guided by their values of human dignity, solidarity, and the preferential option for the poor, Vincentians strive to transform lives, foster self-sufficiency, and advocate for a more equitable and compassionate society.
by John Freund, CM | March 16, 2022 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change | 0 Comments
It occurs to me that there are two approaches to problem-solving. – “Whack-a-mole” or “Big Picture.”
by John Freund, CM | March 11, 2022 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change | 0 Comments
I often heard two seemingly contradictory thoughts about parents in “real families.”
by John Freund, CM | March 9, 2022 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change | 0 Comments
I often heard two seemingly contradictory thoughts about parents in “real families.”
by John Freund, CM | Aug 18, 2021 | Reflections, Systemic change
Thinking about the Vincentian Movement as being rooted in an awareness of God’s love which radiates out in widening circles.
by John Freund, CM | Aug 11, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
Parents learn quickly the power of story as a pacifier. But the stories also shape values. Stories and the lived stories of our example are how we learn our values. Jesus knew the power of stories! Do you really want to change things? Tell a story!
by John Freund, CM | Aug 4, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
Transfiguration – Disfiguration. We have a choice. Which light will we walk in?
by John Freund, CM | Sep 9, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections, Systemic change
How do offer I friendship, provide holistic service, and serve as advocates for those who are poor?
by John Freund, CM | Sep 4, 2020 | Formation, Justice and Peace, Reflections, Systemic change
Michael Thompson, Bowie, MD, an affiliate of the Daughters of Charity, Province of St. Louise, USA offers his personal reflections on recent events in our country.
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Sep 3, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Justice and Peace, Reflections
A refresher course about the Vincentian Family Homeless Alliance – What is the Famvin Homeless Alliance? Its Roots – Collaborative work of the Vincentian Family 400 Years Ago – Updates
by John Freund, CM | Sep 2, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
The kingdom is waking up to being sons and daughters of God, brothers and sisters to one another. In a polarized world what could be a more radical change in consciousness?
by John Freund, CM | Aug 26, 2020 | Formation, Justice and Peace, Reflections, Systemic change
Throughout a month-long celebration, the world’s 2.2 billion Christians come together to care for our common home.
by John Freund, CM | Aug 12, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
To listen deeply requires paying attention not just to the words but to understand the whole person. Is that the way we listen to the cries of people who are poor?
by John Freund, CM | Aug 5, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
St. Vincent’s pastoral insight was “See, Judge and Act.” It all began with “Seeing”!
by John Freund, CM | Jul 15, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
“Who moved my Cheese” is a parable that describes how people face change. It’s about 4 characters running around in a maze trying to locate their “cheese” or what is important to them.
by John Freund, CM | Jul 6, 2020 | Formation, Justice and Peace, Reflections
I suspect you will feel moved, proud, and challenged by the words of Pope Saint John Paul II.