Paulino Sáez López, CM reflects on "The Value of Mercy according to Vincent de Paul.” Here are five points that struck...
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Marian Spirituality and the Vincentian Charism
by Famvin Media Resources | August 11, 2023 | Formation | 0 Comments
A Resource for the Feast of the Assumption of Mary
by Famvin Media Resources | August 7, 2022 | Formation | 0 Comments
A presentation of thoughts about the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, from the writings of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, St. Louise de Marillac, and St. Vincent de Paul.
Saints Vincent and Louise, Daughters of Charity Care For the Mentally Ill
by Famvin Media Resources | May 20, 2022 | Formation | 0 Comments
A presentation about the early work of our founders in caring for the mentally ill in 17th century France.
Les Miserables – Vincentian Influences and Reflections
by John Freund, CM | November 27, 2020 | Formation, Justice and Peace, Reflections | 1 Comment
Les Miserables strikes a chord in Vincentians when they hear… To love another person is to see the face of God. Victor Hugo admired Vincent de Paul. He based the character of the Bishop on Vincent de Paul.
Vincentians United Against Poverty
by Famvin Media Resources | Jul 9, 2017 | Formation
Be inspired by this presentation of quotes from St. Vincent de Paul on aspects of collaboration.
Who Do You Say That I Am? : St. Vincent’s Understanding of Christ
by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 18, 2017 | Formation
Who did St. Vincent say that Jesus was? As we consider the points in the Slideshare presentation below, it becomes...
St. Vincent the Teacher
by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 10, 2016 | Formation
When you think of St. Vincent de Paul, what are the first words that come to your mind?
Pentecost Meditation for Vincentians
by Famvin Media Resources | May 15, 2016 | Formation
How will I allow the Holy Spirit to transform my mind and heart, and ignite my will to serve Christ in the poor, in the days ahead?
Meet our Founder and know our charism
by Javier F. Chento | Apr 25, 2016 | Formation
There are many good biographies of St. Vincent de Paul; I refer you to them to meet the great person of God and know the great work he carried out throughout his life. Continuing his work now are the missionaries of the Congregation of the Mission, the Daughters of...
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.
Vincentian leadership 2015 – Inclusive decision-making
by John Freund, CM | Nov 10, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
One of the key legacies of Vincent de Paul, is “personalism,” or respect for the person. What strategies did Vincent de Paul have for inclusive communication and decision-making? How do Wisdom and Vincentian personalism help support the mission and viability all...
Collaboration between two exceptional people Vincent and Louise
by John Freund, CM | Oct 29, 2015 | Collaboration, Formation, Reflections
Sr. Maggie Reynolds, DC of Australia offers these reflections on Collaboration between two exceptional people Vincent and Louise They put into practice the words of Bonnie LeMelle Abadie quoted at the beginning of this essay: Collaboration is challenging,...
Pope Francis’ words and actions sound like St. Vincent
by John Freund, CM | Oct 7, 2015 | News, Pope
"Pope Francis' words and actions sound like St. Vincent". Words from Dr. Joann Heaney-Hunter of St. John's University as she reflects on her experience as a commentator for Time Warner Cable News during Pope Francis's visit. In the homily at the St. John's University...
Charity’s Saint as seen from Indonesia
by John Freund, CM | Sep 26, 2015 | News
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vfbk-asWTHI Charity's Saint as seen from Indonesia. Who was this man who did so much? A clever juxtaposition of scenes from the classic award winning movie Monsieur Vincent with a presentation in English by Fr. Antonius Sadbudiatno, CM....
Resources for the feast of St. Vincent
by John Freund, CM | Sep 26, 2015 | Formation
Visit VinFormation for educational resources about St. Vincent de Paul, whose Feast Day is September 27. Access YouTube videos, downloadable presentations and PDFs, interactive timelines, Vincentian games, and more.