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Articles from the Famvin News Archive
Pope’s 10 phrases for peace
Catholic News Service picks 10 quotable quotes from the Pope's Message fot Peace Day Pope Francis’ first message for the World Day of Peace is out and will soon be distributed to heads of state around the world. Here’s a list of some of the quotes that grabbed us most...
10 phrases of Pope Francis that have changed the world
Rome Reports has an interesting insight into 10 phrases that have changed the conversation.... View this video collage and reflect on the words you most remember.. and share. http://youtu.be/NpyYpseaupgn In just nine months the Pope's words have inspired millions of...
Vincentian Spiritual Directors Formation Program
Are you actively engaged in the ministry of spiritual direction as well as service of those who are marginalized? Are you looking for further training rooted in the Vincentian tradition? All Hallows College, Ireland in collaboration with The Vincentian Center for...
Homeless Jesus at the Vatican
Ruane Remy, The Catholic Register writes "Canadian artist Timothy Schmalz’s life-sized bronze sculpture depicting Jesus as a homeless man lying on a park bench has found a home at the Vatican. Schmalz, the St. Jacob’s, Ont.- based artist who created Jesus the...
Savoring the Incarnation with Louise through Mary
Sr. Carol Schumer, D.C. has prepared an Advent prayer service for the Ladies of Charity. She concludes withe follow suggestions for personal reflection... How does the Son of God becoming flesh grace my life? How can Mary be my model of receiving and bearing Jesus to...
Formation Friday – Christmas Resources
There are plenty of fine spiritually nourishing resources making the rounds now and during the next two weeks.
This issue of Formation Friday focuses on FamVin/VinFormation resources for entering into the spirit of Christmas.
Daughters of Charity Hospital Care Pioneers
Did you know that the first women to incorporate a business in Los Angeles were Daughters of Charity. They have since played a pivotal role in shaping the quality of health services for the county’s indigent sick. As hospitals transformed from social welfare...
Search for VMY National Director
As the chair of the hiring committee for the VMY National Director I am contacting each of you because of your connections with young adults/adults in our Vincentian community. Attached is a copy of our advertisement for the director's position. I ask that each of...
In a new voice…”Who are the poor?”
A stay-at-home-Mom offers her expanded answer to "who are the poor?" The poor are our teachers! Jeannie Ewing , writes personally and powerfully ...."My understanding of “poverty” has evolved over the past year or so. Like most people, when I heard the word “poor,” my...
Waiting in Peace, Blessings…
Waiting in Peace – Everyday Blessings – Joyful Submission – Our Gift . All are themes covered by Lynn L'Heureux in her weekly reflection for Vincentians. Dear Vincentian Family: This is such a beautiful time of year. It is a season of love for one another. My...
