Magis (Matthew 20:1-16)
There is the Jesuit one-word motto, “magis,” the Latin for “more,” meant to remind them that God is always “more than,” always greater. But greater than what?
Change Agents – Our Heritage
A description of a change agent – “one who can make changes happen by inspiring and influencing others.” How does that fit you, St. Vincent de Paul, and the Vincentian Family?
Bond with God and with Human Beings
Jesus Christ embodies the genuine bond with God and with humans. Through him, fully revealed and done is the will of God. Jesus tells a parable to the chief priests and the elders of the people. Even we who live today understand it easily. That is because it is...
Vincentian Prayer Images: St. Vincent of the Alleys
Where and how do we today walk the back alleys of our world?
Journey of Vincent
Vincent de Paul was born in France in 1581 during a time not unlike today: a time marred by war, disease, and poverty.
The Christ of St. Vincent
The Christ of St. Vincent is the Christ of Luke. He is the Christ who evangelizes the poor.
“… In Name Only”?
Do we have a “cafeteria mentality” when choosing what it means to be a Catholic?
Shadow Pandemic
In this time of sheltering in place as a result of COVID-19, what is happening “in the shadows” is an increase in domestic violence.
What did St. Vincent do for the Homeless?
The homeless ranked high on Vincent’s agenda. A careful analysis of his life, writings, and conferences produces a very concrete picture of his works on their behalf.
Lessons Learned During the Pandemic, #12: Prisoner Accompaniment During Covid-19
Our learning was that we should not think all is well just by looking at someone.
