Along with significant changes in the Vincentian Family Office, there have been some changes right here at famvin.org...

by John Freund, CM | February 19, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change | 0 Comments
Over his lifetime he created a network of institutions dedicated to initial formation. We call this systemic change by the name of seminaries.
by John Freund, CM | July 5, 2019 | Formation, Reflections | 5 Comments
Is all prayer something that we have to set aside specific times for? Not really! How about praying in short bursts as an image comes to our minds?
by John Freund, CM | May 31, 2019 | Uncategorized | 3 Comments
We live in a post-Ascension world where Jesus no longer walks among us. Or does he? If we are the Body of Christ then our footprints are his footprints.
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | April 27, 2016 | Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice | 3 Comments
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | May 25, 2015 | News, Social
Along with significant changes in the Vincentian Family Office, there have been some changes right here at famvin.org...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 19, 2015 | Vincentian Family
New feature from FamVin and VinFormation
by John Freund, CM | Mar 27, 2015 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, News
Ladies of Charity reflect on “Mob psychology” and Palm Sunday. This week’s reflection, written by Sr. Carol Schumer, D.C., inspires us: rather than becoming caught up in “mob psychology”, we must learn to live in authenticity and love, as modeled by Our Lord Jesus and also by St. Vincent de Paul.
by John Freund, CM | Jun 7, 2014 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity
The June ongoing formation booklet from the AIC or International Association of Charity focuses on three virtues that should be characteristic of every volunteer or member around the world. These booklets are part of the preparation for celebration of the 400th...
by John Freund, CM | May 17, 2014 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, Vincentian Family
More than 650 AIC volunteers and members of the Vincentian Family have signed up for the AIC Diploma, a distance learning program developed by the AIC Regional Coordination team in Latin America and which should spread to other continents in time. The AIC diploma...
by John Freund, CM | May 2, 2014 | Vincentian Family
Stories are so many things. Stories are the way we connect with each other. Sharing stories is how we make sense of life. Vincentians often gather to reflect on the lessons, sorrows, and miracles that occur in the course of their experiences with people living in...
by Famvin Media Resources | Apr 3, 2014 | Vincentian Family
In travels around the Vincentian Family, it seems Famvin has become identified with just the news section of the project. When people finally get to VinFormation, the formation-oriented segment of Famvin, they are amazed at the wealth of resources beyond just the...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 1, 2014 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, Vincentian Family
As part of their continuing preparation for the celebration of the 400th anniversary of their founding by Vincent the leadership team of the AIC offers another in its monthly ongoing formation resources. REFLECTION FOR APRIL: Saint Vincent’s Spirit and Project Inspire...
by John Freund, CM | Feb 28, 2014 | Formation
Across the Vincentian Family there is a recognition of the importance of formation for service. Fr. Dennis Holtschneider does a very nice job of connecting service and reflection. As we continue to explore the resources of the Vincentian Encyclopedia there is a...
by John Freund, CM | Feb 24, 2014 | Vincentian Family
How you can use technology to benefit your organizational capacity-SVDP Councils across the nation are always seeking a solution to make the organizations run smoothly while serving the community and balancing resources. The National Council of Society of St. Vincent...
by John Freund, CM | Feb 22, 2014 | Uncategorized
Latin American Formation Personnel have concluded the first week of a two week course for format ors being held in Columbia. The following represents the highlights of the first week in English translation. Day 1- February 17, 2014 After gathering for prayer and the...
by John Freund, CM | Feb 20, 2014 | Vincentian Family
Formation silos and re-inventing the wheel Just about every branch of the Vincentian Family seeks material helpful in forming its constituents. We often talk about collaboration in formation. But do we share our resources with others outside our silo? Previous...