Learn about some stumbling blocks that threatened St. Louise, and most likely all of us who aspire to serve our neighbors well.
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by Famvin Media Resources | February 28, 2021 | Formation | 0 Comments
Let’s look at “Prayer in Motion” as seen in the life of St. Louise.
by Famvin Media Resources | February 14, 2021 | Formation | 0 Comments
St. Louise de Marillac was called to bring the love of God to others.
by John Freund, CM | December 15, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family | 0 Comments
How did Vincent, Louise, and our respective founders embody reconciliation?
by Famvin Media Resources | August 16, 2020 | Formation | 0 Comments
“Every aspect of Mary’s life became a subject of prayer for Louise.”
by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 4, 2021 | Formation
Learn about some stumbling blocks that threatened St. Louise, and most likely all of us who aspire to serve our neighbors well.
by Famvin Media Resources | May 31, 2021 | Formation, International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity
The third in a series of videos offered by the AIC International Training Team to mark the Feast of St. Louise de Marillac.
by Famvin Media Resources | May 27, 2021 | Formation, International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity
The second in a series of videos offered by the AIC International Training Team to mark the Feast of St. Louise de Marillac.
by John Freund, CM | Dec 8, 2016 | Church, Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
VinFormation presents a prayerful video reflection on the Feast of the Immaculate Conception followed by a summary of Marian Spirituality and the Vincentian Charism by Corpus Delgado, C.M. Watch the video now... http://youtu.be/C_XkQ2ffNxI Read this excerpt from the...
by Benito Martínez, C.M. | Dec 2, 2016 | Formation, Reflections
One of the administrators of the hospital in Nantes, who has been in Paris, “spoke to me about the seasoning of your soup. I believe you should not hesitate to add some cloves to it since it is the custom of the region. Likewise, Sister, since the Fathers of the Poor...
by Benito Martínez, C.M. | Nov 25, 2016 | Formation, Reflections
“In the name of God, my Most Reverend Father, consider whether we should persuade these Ladies not to accept new foundlings so that we can pay our debts and bring back the weaned children from the country. I assure you that, in conscience, we can no longer stifle the...
by Benito Martínez, C.M. | Nov 18, 2016 | Formation, Reflections
“Since one of the greatest assets of this project is the work which it provides, it is necessary to assign tasks which are useful and productive. An acceptable one would be that of clothmaker. Apart from being productive —the cloth could be used in the House and in...
by Benito Martínez, C.M. | Nov 11, 2016 | Formation, Reflections
“I gaze upon you today, most pure Virgin Mother of Grace, since it was you who not only provided the matter for the formation of the sacred body of your Son, at a time when you were not as yet actually a mother, but by bringing Him into the world, you have become both...
by Benito Martínez, C.M. | Nov 4, 2016 | Formation, Reflections
“Monsieur, I am taking the liberty of writing to you to let you know how things are going in the matter concerning my son. I would like to say that the whole thing is a great affliction for me, but as a Christian I must embrace the scorn which normally accompanies...
by Benito Martínez, C.M. | Oct 28, 2016 | Formation, Reflections
“I believe, Monsieur, that the return [of this young lady] will have greatly dampened the enthusiasm of any candidates wishing to join us. Great courage and steadfastness are essential in order to persevere here because we are bound only by obedience and are often...
by Benito Martínez, C.M. | Oct 21, 2016 | Formation, Reflections
“If the work is considered political, it seems that men should undertake. If it is considered charity, women can undertake, as the have already undertaken other large and painful works. Women being by themselves seems not possible, nor should, and it would be hopeful...
by Benito Martínez, C.M. | Oct 14, 2016 | Formation, Reflections
“I can no longer hide the sorrow of my heart at hearing that much is to be desired in you. [...] Where is the spirit of fervor which animated you when you were first established in Angers and which led you to esteem your directors so highly? You looked upon their...