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Vincentian – There but for the grace of God…

by John Freund, CM | January 20, 2015 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family | 0 Comments

I realized that the poor and those in need did not bring it on themselves in most cases, as people accuse them of. I also realized: “There but for the grace of God go I.”

Sisters of Charity NGO Facebook page

by John Freund, CM | January 18, 2015 | Justice and Peace, Sisters of Charity, Vincentian Family, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 0 Comments

Sisters of Charity NGO Facebook page

Who are Vincentians?

by John Freund, CM | January 15, 2015 | Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Vincentian Family | 0 Comments

“As a Vincentian, I am privileged to be called to serve those in poverty, inspired by the spirit of St. Vincent. ” So, who are the Vincentians? What are their characteristics?

How a Vincentian University molds social consciousness

by John Freund, CM | January 8, 2015 | Vincentian Family | 0 Comments

How a Vincentian University molds social consciousness in the words ofa senior at St. John’s University (and she names names in the article )

AIC – Founded by St. Vincent and flourishing today

by John Freund, CM | Mar 27, 2015 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, Vincentian Family

A rich 400 year history summarized in key dates… How many of these dates can you identify?

A new face for FamVin! Fr. Aidan Rooney

by John Freund, CM | Mar 25, 2015 | News

Father Aidan Rooney, CM has been asked by the Superior General of the Congregation of the Mission to further develop and implement the approved strategic plan and to succeed me as the coordinator of the FamVin Project.

Superior General – more details on Vincentian Year of Collaboration

by Vincentian Family Office | Mar 21, 2015 | News, Vincentian Family, Year of Vincentian Collaboration

(Unfortunately, there are some versions in circulation with errors. To the best of our knowledge, this version and the...

Internet as Gift of God – Pope Francis

by John Freund, CM | Jan 23, 2014 | Pope

“The internet, in particular, offers immense possibilities for encounter and solidarity. This is something truly good, a gift from God.”

Nine Days Of Prayer, Penance And Pilgrimage

by John Freund, CM | Jan 19, 2014 | Justice and Peace

On January 22 our nation will mark the 41st anniversary of Roe v. Wade, the Supreme Court decision that made abortion legal throughout the U.S. Promotional and planning resources are available for leaders. Since that tragic decision, more than 55 million children's...

Saturday Study Hall – How to know Vincent

by John Freund, CM | Jan 17, 2014 | Vincentian Family

What is the best way to study about Vincent? Although Vincent himself did not write books we do have about 4,000 letters and a a host of bibliographies. This edition of Saturday Study Hall offers Thomas Davitt, CM perspectives

Formation Fridays – Getting the big picture

by John Freund, CM | Jan 16, 2014 | Vincentian Family

VinFormation has created visual guides to Vincentian Family Saints, Vincent’s life and times, and various groups in the Vincentian Family.

Saturday Study Hall – Vincentian Family Saints

by John Freund, CM | Jan 11, 2014 | Spirituality and Spiritual Practice

"Study Hall" - echoes of earlier formal stages in our preparation for life. But as the Pope has recently reminded us formation is a lifelong task. In that spirit FamVin is beginning a new series "Saturday Study Hall" which for the most part will draw on articles in...

Formation Friday – Vincentian Family websites

by John Freund, CM | Jan 9, 2014 | Vincentian Family

The presence of the Vincentian Family is growing almost everyday. VinFormation has a page devoted to links organized according to family branches. If there are significant links that we have missed let us know by clicking on the Comment button for this post or using the Contact Us link.

Formation Friday – eBook of the Month Club

by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 2, 2014 | Vincentian Family

In 2014 we're starting a once-a-month eBook series: "Faith of Our Founders". The series was conceived as a follow-up to the Year of Faith, and will focus on the faith and spirituality of St. Vincent de Paul and St. Louise de Marillac. The January 2014 issue, "Louise...