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Formation Education and Development
Short virtual sessions designed for Vincentians to grow in spirit, knowledge, and skill on a monthly basis.
2nd Tuesdays 7-7:45pm
4th Thursdays 12:15-1:00pm
Same topic both days
Leadership Training
Annual in-person workshops for all new and current conference and district officers. Perfect succession planning tool. Offered between
October - November
in each district.
Meals and materials are provided by Council.
Home Visit Training
In-person workshops designed to go deeper into the purpose of the person-to-person encounter. Discover the "why" and the "how" and become culturally cognizant. Learn how to spiritually and physically prepare for service in communities.
Offered only in the Spring & Summer
Ozanam Orientation
Foundation for ministry service. New Vincentians are required to complete within the 1st year of membership. Must renew every 5 years.
January - September
in each district.
Meals and materials are provided by Council.
Spiritual Retreat
Contemplative Prayer (listening to God) provides the means of developing a more intimate relationship with the Lord. As our love of God deepens,
our love for others grows into service for our brothers and sisters.
This is an in-person Formation event open to all Vincentians; offered at least once a year.
Meals and materials are provided by Council.


getFED Calendar
2025
Home Visit Trainings
Basics of the Encounter
Saturday, April 5, 2025
8:30am - 12:00pm
Blessed Sacrament
4015 Sherman St. Houston, Tx
Advance Home Visit Training
Saturday, June 28, 2025
8:30am - 1:00pm
St. Cecilia
11720 Joan of Arc Drive Houston, Tx
2025
Leadership Trainings
TBA
October - November
2025
Spiritual Retreats
Lenten Retreat
Saturday, March 29, 2025
8:30am - 1:00pm
St. Anne Catholic Church
2140 Westheimer Rd. Houston, Tx