A Vincentian Minute: The Body Adored
“The Body Adored” – Fr. Rooney concludes his short series on the special feasts in the wake of the celebration of Pentecost.
Do It Right Or Don’t Do It At All! • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent
"Monsieur, let people think and say whatever they wish. Rest assured that the maxims of Jesus Christ and the examples of His life are not misleading; they produce their fruit in due time. Anything not in comformity with them is vain and everything turns out badly for...
Gentleness Overcoming Arrogance and Haughtiness
Throughout history, many philosophers and theologians have reflected on the virtue of meekness. Even Jesus is no exception.
The Pope Video • For the abolition of torture
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: For the abolition of torture.
Vincentian Discernment in Daily Life by Fr. Hugh O’Donnell, C.M.
Fr. Hugh O’Donnell, C.M. explores “discernment” as “a choice, not between good and evil, but between two or more goods.”
Imagine God Requiring a Security Deposit On “Our” Home
Every renter and landlord knows the meaning of “security deposit.” A security deposit holds people accountable for damages, excessive wear and tear, unpaid rent, etc.
When Children Ask About Homeless People
The children in your life are going to want to know why that person is sleeping on the sidewalk or pushing a shopping cart full of belongings.
The questions will vary. So should our answers.
A Vincentian View: Psalm 100
Sometimes, I need to preach on a Psalm. This past Sunday, our liturgy offered Psalm 100 as our response to the first reading.
Fears the Sent Ones Must Overcome
Jesus comes to his own people and they persecute him. This will also be the fate of his disciples. They waver due to their fears. Jesus senses the fears that his apostles harbor. These are the twelve disciples he sends to the lost sheep of the house of Israel. And...
Journeying From Opposites To Equals
I suspect we have all known relationships that should not have worked out… but did.
