Outcasts Who Enter the Kingdom Before Us
Jesus does not turn down the outcasts that come to him, but welcomes them. He promises to give them God’s kingdom. We celebrate the solemn feast of Jesus Christ, King of the universe. And the Church sends us back to the place called “The Skull.” There, they crucify...
Vincentian Prayer Images: Contemporary Art 3
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of St. Vincent de Paul as portrayed by a contemporary artist.
A Vincentian Minute: Windows on Saint Vincent’s Vision (Part 1)
In this series Fr. Rooney explores Fr. Jack Melito, CM’s inquiries into the experiences that shaped Vincent de Paul’s life.
November 11: Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth
November 11 is the anniversary of the arrival of the first Sisters of Charity at Leavenworth, Kansas, USA
Changing Our Clocks, Do-overs, and Fast-forwards
Changing Clocks! It is an annual ritual in many parts of the world. I suspect most of us sleep through it.
Systemic Change Commission to Offer Weekly Advent Reflections
In preparation for Christmas the Systemic Change Commission invites you to a weekly offering of Advent Reflections.
A Vincentian View: Precious in God’s Sight
The stories in Luke 15 (the lost sheep, coin and son) forcefully draw our attention to our importance in the eyes of God.
Who is My Neighbor the Day After Election Day?
Recently I reread John Allen’s reflection in Crux about an opportunity and a challenge for Catholics to play a major role in healing our deeply divided nation.
Sun of Justice That Saves and Heals
Jesus is the sun of justice that enlightens us who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death. The Ukrainians suffer very much due to the war. And life will be harder still for millions. For they are plunged into the cold and the dark; thanks to the sun for heat and...
Vincentian Prayer Images: Contemporary Art 2
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of St. Vincent de Paul as portrayed by a contemporary artist.
