Presentation adapted from an article by Fr. Jean-Pierre Renouard, C.M.
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St. Louise de Marillac: a committed woman (Part 5 of 5)
by Famvin Media Resources | May 8, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments
Louise de Marillac, awakened by her faith in a God who takes the side of the poor, sees the person in distress and takes action.
St. Louise de Marillac: a committed woman (Part 4 of 5)
by Famvin Media Resources | May 7, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments
Louise de Marillac, awakened by her faith in a God who takes the side of the poor, sees the person in distress and takes action.
St. Louise de Marillac: a committed woman (Part 3 of 5)
by Famvin Media Resources | May 6, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments
Louise de Marillac, awakened by her faith in a God who takes the side of the poor, sees the person in distress and takes action.
St. Louise de Marillac: a committed woman (Part 2 of 5)
by Famvin Media Resources | May 5, 2024 | Formation | 0 Comments
Louise de Marillac, awakened by her faith in a God who takes the side of the poor, sees the person in distress and takes action.
Blessed Rosalie Rendu: Martyr of Charity
by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 5, 2021 | Formation
By her life, her works, her spirituality, she embodied the vision of a “martyr of charity” painted by Saint Vincent de Paul.
Who are the Two Blessed Daughters of Charity, Martyrs of Angers?
by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 29, 2021 | Formation
The story of Bl. Marie-Anne Vaillot and Bl. Odile Baumgarten, Daughters of Charity martyred during the French Revolution on February 1, 1794.
First Establishment of the Congregation of the Mission, Bons Enfants
by Famvin Media Resources | Apr 15, 2016 | Formation
A lot was happening at this time in 1625. April 17 is the anniversary of the first establishment of the Congregation of the Mission, Bons Enfants, Paris. What can we learn here? This presentation tells the story.
Our Excuses For Not Giving
by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 13, 2016 | Formation
During Lent, we are asked to focus more closely on almsgiving. Almsgiving can take many forms, but here, let’s think about straightforward monetary donations. Read and ponder what Frederic Ozanam had to say…
March 3: Death of Bl. Pierre-René Rogue, C.M., Martyr
by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 26, 2016 | Formation
Blessed Pierre-René Rogue, C.M. lived a courageous life during the time of the French Revolution, when the clergy was heavily persecuted. It is said that Pierre-René was "vertically challenged" (only 4'10" tall) but as you will see in the presentation below, he had a...
Mortification of the Mind and Will
by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 21, 2016 | Formation
Lent is a time when many of us are seeking exercises to get our flabby souls into shape... like push-ups or jogging for the soul. For example, what did St. Vincent mean by "mortifying judgment and self-will"? How can we practice this? Get some recommendations in the...
13 Men On a Mission (Congregation of the Mission)
by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 19, 2016 | Formation
Missioners are called by God to cross geographical or cultural boundaries— the church without walls. They go to those needing ministry rather than expecting the reverse. Their focus is on the lost sheep that society shuns. They believe that God speaks, and that they...
Getting to Know Jesus
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Feb 16, 2016 | Formation, Reflections, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
Part of the Lenten journey is getting to know Jesus. Vincentians need to get to know our Jesus. He's the Jesus of Paul and the Jesus of Luke. He's a Jesus profoundly influenced by 17th century religious thought. He is Jesus crucified, and present to us in the poor....
Feast of St. Francis Regis Clet
by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 12, 2016 | Formation
Imagine being in your early 40s, in a comfortable enough job as director of novices at a seminary in Paris, and leaving everything behind to volunteer to go to China on mission. This was the decision of Father (Saint) Francis Regis Clet, C.M., whose feast day is next...
Lenten Letter to the Family: Resources
by John Freund, CM | Feb 6, 2016 | Formation, Reflections, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice, Vincentian Family
We are happy to present the Lenten Letter to the Vincentian Family in Slideshare (presentation) format. We hope you will enjoy using it for reflection throughout the Lenten Season. In some ways it will allow you almost literally to walk alongside him and the thoughts...
February 7: Feast of Bl. Rosalie Rendu
by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 5, 2016 | Formation
From the age of reason, Jeanne [Sr. Rosalie] had thought of consecrating herself to God. None of the joys of the world attracted her. She wanted no part of its celebrations or glitter. At the same time, she felt drawn by its groans and misery. -Armand de Melun