by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 11, 2016 | Formation
March 11: Anniversary of the Canonization of St. Louise de Marillac In different times we hold up different models as examples of holiness. In our present time, we find holiness in people such as [Saint] JPII, Mother Teresa and Sr. Dorothy Stang. They were people so...
by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 12, 2016 | Formation, Media
Imagine being in your early 40s, in a comfortable enough job as director of novices at a seminary in Paris, and leaving everything behind to volunteer to go to China on mission. This was the decision of Father (Saint) Francis Regis Clet, C.M., whose feast day is next...
by John Freund, CM | Feb 25, 2014 | Uncategorized
The Vincentian Encyclopedia has updated its list of Vincentian Family Saints, Blessed, Venerables and Servants of God… people who are our heroes and heroines. Once again we invite you identify any who are missing from this list so we can make it complete and...
by Beth | Jan 11, 2014 | Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
“Study Hall” – echoes of earlier formal stages in our preparation for life. But as the Pope has recently reminded us formation is a lifelong task. In that spirit FamVin is beginning a new series “Saturday Study Hall” which for the most...
by John Freund, CM | Oct 14, 2013 | Vincentian Family
In the more than 300 years since Louise and Vincent many people have been inspired to lead heroic lives of service of those who are poor and marginalized. Click on the link and let your mouse roll over the graphics at the bottom of the screen to learn more about these...
