by John Freund, CM | Jan 15, 2016 | Formation, Poverty: Analysis and Responses
A great vinFormation resource teaches what it’s like to be homeless and lose everything. Hobson’s choice* is the literary way of saying one has no choice at all. The only option you have is the one that is being offered to you. We have all found ourselves in...
by John Freund, CM | Jul 7, 2015 | Formation, News
Have you ever wanted to find ice-breakers for Vincentian Family gatherings? VinFormation offers some “Ice breakers that can be used as an effective way of kicking off a meeting or formation session. Get things off to a great start by scheduling an interactive, fun...
by John Freund, CM | Dec 19, 2013 | Systemic change, Vincentian Family
“Tis the season to give… games!” St. VIncent is quoted as saying we ” should mix the useful and the agreeable.” VinFormation offers just that – games that provide an opportunity to test knowledge and skills while gently educating...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 30, 2013 | Poverty: Analysis and Responses
If you were homeless could you… 1. Locate a thrift store in the area and have someone else pick out clothes and shoes for you, do your best to fit in them. Don’t give your opinion. Wear them for a week. 2. Here is your budget (social security disability, public...
by John Freund, CM | Mar 3, 2013 | Poverty: Analysis and Responses
The game isn’t about angry birds, but impoverished Americans — and the economic realities they face. It’s about the realities of fiscal cliffs, sequester, or whatever name you chose for the realities faced by millions. During an ice storm last month that kept...
