Why Jesus took a young boy’s lunch

Why Jesus took a young boy’s lunch

“Have you ever thought of why Jesus took the young boy’s lunch to feed the 5,000 men and more.” Loaves and Fishes – God’s Love Forever – The Best Sermon – Walking on Water Vincentian Day of Prayer and Fast – August 12, 2014 Dear Vincentian Brothers and...

God and Francis on the environment

Sometime FamVin contributor Susan Stabile offered this reflection on her blog under the title God, Francis and the environment. As I sat in my prayer space at home this morning, I looked out and saw the automatic sprinklers operating in my yard and those of neighbors....
What is “The Amazing Parish”

What is “The Amazing Parish”

The Amazing Parish – A parish is probably the most important organization in society — it is where most people come to know Christ and his Church.  That is why every parish must strive to be amazing. “The parish is the presence of the Church in a given...
Vincent through the eyes of children

Vincent through the eyes of children

VinFormation is grateful to Dee Mansi for this insight into Vincent through the eyes of  9-1o year old children  attending St. Vincent’s Primary School. Who was St. Vincent de Paul? How did the young Father Vincent learn to serve God in the poor? Watch as the...
Pope Francis’ ten keys to happiness

Pope Francis’ ten keys to happiness

Of course there are many lists of 10 keys to happiness. But this one comes from Pope Francis. Edward Pentin, Rome correspondent for the National Catholic Register writes Pope Francis has given a 10-point plan for happiness, which includes giving oneself to others,...