Practical advice as we strive to follow in St. Vincent’s footsteps each day.
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Louise de Marillac: Animator of the Confraternities of Charity
by Famvin Media Resources | April 19, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments
In May 1629, Vincent de Paul made a request of Louise de Marillac. Would she accept going to Montmirail to visit the Confraternities of Charity established in that town and the neighboring villages?
Two Lenten Meditations (Slide Presentation)
by Famvin Media Resources | March 22, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
“Our contemplation of the crucified Lord can not remain merely a pious exercise…” – Fr. Robert Maloney, C.M.
Lenten Letter Group Reflection – Part 4
by Famvin Media Resources | March 16, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Reflection for groups, on the Lenten Letter 2024 from Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, CM, to the Vincentian Family. Fourth and final part: Conclusions and Future Challenges.
Lenten Letter Group Reflection – Part 3
by Famvin Media Resources | March 9, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Reflection for groups, on the Lenten Letter 2024 from Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, CM, to the Vincentian Family. Part Three: Invitation to Eucharistic Adoration during Lent.
Lenten Reflection: The Spirit Accompanies Us in the Desert
by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 5, 2021 | Formation
Fr. Robert Maloney, CM, writes: "...I encourage you in Lent to allow the Spirit to lead you into the desert, as Jesus...
“Prayer in Motion” in St. Louise’s Story
by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 28, 2021 | Formation
Let’s look at “Prayer in Motion” as seen in the life of St. Louise.
Ozanam’s Tactical Wisdom For Today’s Consumer Society
by Famvin Media Resources | Sep 9, 2016 | Formation
It is interesting to look at how our Vincentian practices can serve to turn around the negative impact of a hyper-consumer culture.
Mini-Retreat: Renewal in the Vincentian Spirit with Frédéric Ozanam
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Sep 8, 2016 | Formation, Reflections, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
Two themes -- continuity and renewal -- emerge from a study of the lives of St. Vincent de Paul and Frederic Ozanam, says Jaime Corera, C.M.. The Second: RENEWAL. Frederic Ozanam was extremely sensitive to the idea of social change. Not only was he sensitive to this...
Mini-Retreat: Continuity in the Vincentian Spirit with Frédéric Ozanam
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Sep 7, 2016 | Formation, Reflections, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
Two themes -- continuity and renewal -- emerge from a study of the lives of St. Vincent de Paul and Frederic Ozanam, says Jaime Corera, C.M. First: CONTINUITY. The thinking and writings of Frederic point out a more profound continuity, a continuity that goes to the...
VinFormation Slideshares
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Sep 6, 2016 | Collaboration, Formation, Social, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
Did you know that VinFormation maintains a Linkedin/Slideshare resource? Like this one on Collaboration? See them all here. Slideshares are also great for viewing on mobile when you're on the go! [slideshare...
The Congregation of the Mission During the French Revolution
by Famvin Media Resources | Sep 4, 2016 | Congregation of the Mission, Formation
A brief 10-slide portrayal of the situation of the Congregation of the Mission during a time of severe crisis: the French Revolution.
Blessed Ghebre-Michael: Seeker of Truth
by Famvin Media Resources | Sep 2, 2016 | Formation
August 30 was the feast day of Blessed Ghebre-Michael. Learn the story of this fascinating Ethiopian priest in a visual slide presentation.
August 28: Birthday of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
by Famvin Media Resources | Aug 28, 2016 | Formation
Celebrate the birthday of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton with these media resources.
About the Vincentian Family Office
by Vincentian Family Office | Aug 22, 2016 | News, Vincentian Family
A presentation on the Vincentian Family Office, given by Joseph Agostino, C.M. was made at the recent General Assembly of the Congregation of the Mission. Because the original presentation was designed for a certain situation, .famvin has produced a new version of it...
August 23: Foundation of the First Confraternity of Charity
by Famvin Media Resources | Aug 19, 2016 | Formation, International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity
The Confraternity of Charity was the first institutional expression of the Vincentian charism– lay leadership for social action. This came about when St. Vincent proposed that the women of the parish in Chatillon-les-Dombes join together for organized charity.