Today is the anniversary of the first missionaries to leave France for Madagascar, May 21, 1648. The voyage took about...
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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.
“Dream Dreams” prayer service
by .famvin | Jan 13, 2017 | Formation
The wording of this prayer service was originally used at a Vincentian Family Gathering with Fr. Gregory Gay at the...
The Eucharist: A Fire of Love, A Source of Peace
by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 8, 2017 | Formation
The Daughters of Charity were chosen to give spiritual manna, the spirit of God, to the poor. Where do they receive...
Superior General writes to Vincentian Family
by John Freund, CM | Sep 22, 2015 | News
"As we respond to this call to participate in the process of the New Evangelization, we, as Vincentians have a unique contribution to offer." Feast of Saint Vincent de Paul September 27th, 2015 Dear Members of the Vincentian Family, May the grace and peace of Our Lord...
Meditation – Icon of “The Beggar” – Kneaves
by John Freund, CM | Sep 20, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
Reflecting on the sacred icon, “The Beggar” take a moment to ponder and pray. An icon is a sacred symbol and we pray not at, but through an icon. As an icon on a computer opens up a whole new world behind the symbol, so does a sacred icon. God speaks to us through the...
How will you celebrate St. Vincent’s feast?
by John Freund, CM | Sep 19, 2015 | Formation, Vincentian Family
St. Vincent's feast will be lost in the shuffle this year. It falls on a Sunday... and the last day of Pope Francis' historic visit to the United States. How will you celebrate St. Vincent's feast? The following links lead to the pages of Congregation of the Mission...
They dared to dream – Two great prophets of charity
by John Freund, CM | Sep 16, 2015 | Formation
They dared to dream - Two Great Prophets of Charity - Vincent and Louise. As we approach the feast of St. Vincent VinFormation is happy to present again this reflection by Sr. Julma C. Neo, DC, Province of the Philippines. She poses some interesting questions for...
Vincent, Rosalie and the Pope – Getting to know Jesus
by John Freund, CM | Jul 20, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
In a Mass in Casa Santa Marta the Pope said that to know Jesus, you have to get involved with Him. "Read what the Church tells you about Him, talk to Him in prayer and walk the street with him. Thus, will you know who this man is.’ " Blessed Rosalie Rendu, DC said she...
“The Vincentian Question.”
by John Freund, CM | Jun 20, 2015 | Formation
Podcast: "The Vincentian Question." Edward R. Udovic, DePaul University The Vincentian experience over four centuries can be summarized as an answer to "the" Vincentian question: "What must be done?" What must be done here and now in the situation that faces us to...
Outside the lines… inside the church
by John Freund, CM | Jun 6, 2015 | International Association of Charities - Ladies of Charity, News
May all holy men and women work together to shape the church of the future that our world needs so badly. “Love is inventive even to infinity,” said St. Vincent de Paul.
The Church must always surprise – Pope Francis
by John Freund, CM | May 24, 2015 | Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
St. Vincent surprised himself… and 17th century France! Can we allow ourselves to be surprised and become a surprising Church.
Oscar Romero and St. Vincent de Paul – hearers… and doers of the word
by John Freund, CM | May 22, 2015 | News
Oscar Romero and St. Vincent de Paul – hearers… and doers of the word