by john freund | Dec 28, 2016 | Formation, News
As we celebrate the birth of Christ and this season of giving gifts let us remember that those who live in poverty are our gifts from God not just in the stable but every day. As Vincent reminds us “Poor persons are our portion.” by john freund | Dec 18, 2016 | Formation
“Since progress on your establishment is slow you must be patient. In this world, things that of their nature must last longer are the ones that take the longest to develop.” St. Vincent de Paul . (VII:235) More illustrated quotes from St.... by john freund | Dec 17, 2016 | Formation, News
Words of encouragement from Vincent.. “May our Lord be pleased ever more glorified in and through you to enlighten you in your doubts, and to strengthen you in your heavy labors” St. Vincent (VII:261) by john freund | Dec 12, 2016 | Formation, News
Father Maloney Presents: Four Perspectives on Advent Take some time to stop and reflect this Advent, using these four SlideShares based on reflections by Fr. Robert Maloney, C.M. on Mary, Joseph, John the Baptist, and Isaiah. They are brief; the longest one is just 16... by john freund | Dec 8, 2016 | Formation, Superior General
Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, Superior General, draws from science to offer this unique perspective on the importance of the tenderness of a mother. EVERY MOTHER LIKE MARY What a beautiful picture! Mary is in the last days of her pregnancy, embracing with tenderness her child who... by john freund | Dec 7, 2016 | Formation, News
On the occasion of the 400th Anniversary of the Birth of the Vincentian Charism Father Eli Chaves dos Santos, CM invites us to celebrate this historical event as a special time of grace and renewal. Indeed there are many themes in this reflection that express the...