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Vincentian Family calendar Pinterest-style
by John Freund, CM | Dec 29, 2013 | Vincentian Family
As we transition from one year to the next you might find it interesting to visit the VinFamily Pinterest board devoted to 47 images and links to the feasts of the Vincentian Family. Currently they are listed in the order they were posted. Hopefully we can rearrange...
US Bishops – National Migration Week January 5-11
by John Freund, CM | Dec 29, 2013 | Justice and Peace, Poverty: Analysis and Responses
National Migration Week will be observed in dioceses around the country January 5-11. “During National Migration Week, we should not only pray for those who are marginalized but also advocate that protections are provided to them, for they need them most.” The theme...
Retreat in a time of transitions
by John Freund, CM | Dec 28, 2013 | Uncategorized
Virtual Transitions Retreat that might be helpful as we transition from the old year to the new. Try Busted Halo’s® Virtual Transitions Retreat and spend some time reflecting on the spiritual meaning of transitions in our lives. Download the retreat (if you print it —...
Vatican – The year that was! (video)
by John Freund, CM | Dec 28, 2013 | Pope
Images from the resignation on Benedict XVI, the Habemus Papam of Francis, Benedict leaving Rome by helicopter, through various scenes of Pope Francis in action... all in a little over 90 seconds! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBO7TDY7Rm0&feature=youtu.be
Novena to the Magi
by John Freund, CM | Dec 28, 2013 | Uncategorized
Kelly Wahlquist continues to offer some fine bits of spiritual nourishment at this holy season...NOVENA TO THE MAGI IN ANTICIPATION OF THE EPIPHANY Our "action items" from our Advent preparation through The Joy of the Gospel were: to savor, to un-wrap and to...
Unwrap it – Christmas Examination
by John Freund, CM | Dec 27, 2013 | Uncategorized
Unwrap it – Christmas Examination (from Kelly Wahlquist's website post about savoring the gift during the 12 days of Christmas) "The Joy of the Gospel" is an incredible gift with a beautiful bow tied together ... Picture three young boys in front of a Christmas tree...
God’s plan for family
by John Freund, CM | Dec 27, 2013 | Uncategorized
In "Open to God's plan" José Antonio Pagola reflects on the Gospel for the feast of the Holy Family...Matthew 2:13-15, 19-23 The gospel accounts leave no doubt whatsoever. According to Jesus, God has a great plan: to build in the world a big human family. Drawn by...
DepaulUK videos tell their story
by John Freund, CM | Dec 27, 2013 | Poverty: Analysis and Responses, Vincentian Family
Depaul has been in the news quite a bit. Check out some of their videos to see their creative strategies to improve the situation of the homeless. Click here to visit our youtube channel where you will find even more... Making it Matter for Debbie Daryl Paul Kerry...
Ryan Carney – Personal impact of VFCAP
by John Freund, CM | Dec 26, 2013 | Vincentian Family
Ryan Carney shared the impact of his experience in Paris as part of VFCAP (Vincentian Family Collaborative Action Program) experience. This presentation was part of the presentation prepared by Young Vincentians (VLM, VMC). Saturday, October 26, 2013. #VFG2013...
Formation Friday – Best of 2013
by John Freund, CM | Dec 26, 2013 | Vincentian Family
Below is a quick 2 minute video review of the best of VinFormation for 2013. Did you catch all of these? Click on the The Best of VinFormation 2013! for a page with the links for these formation features. http://youtu.be/BTB9ubu9Fyo