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Our Declaration of Independence – An Examination of Conscience
Reading our “declaration of independence” can serve as an examination of conscience on the struggles in living out this declaration over the two and a half centuries since then.
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Marks of Jesus in Those He Is Sending
Jesus tells us to go on our way. He sends us like lambs among wolves, proclaiming that the kingdom of God is at hand and bearing his marks. Mission marks the followers of Jesus. He sends the Twelve (Lk 9, 1-6), but also seventy-two others. So, Jesus...
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Sanctity and Unity in Diversity
At the same time that we achieve “unity in diversity,” another unfoldment automatically takes place: the search for holiness.
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“Be Still” & CVV Digital Story
Two stories from Colorado Vincentian Volunteers: “Be Still” by Mary Adamand a digital story by Maggie Loughran.
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Videos for Feast Day of Bl. Pier Giorgio Frassati
“Blessed Pier Giorgio had no formula for charity other than putting the needs of his neighbor first.” – from frassatiusa.org
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July 4: Feast of Bl. Pier Giorgio Frassati
Watch this fantastic video by Frassati USA and get to know this Vincentian Family Blessed who teaches us that holiness is possible for everyone!
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When Life Gets In the Way of Prayer
Contemplation can be cultivated in many ways that don’t require a monastic, solitary, silent approach. St. Vincent shows us to pray in a different and more concrete way.
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A Vincentian View: The Sign of the Cross
The sign of the cross enables us to confess our belief in our Triune God in a regular though sometimes forgetful manner.
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A Parable – Paying attention to details
We can learn from Pope Francis how little things can be so significant in a “culture of encounter.”
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Follow Jesus Steadfastly to the End
Jesus steadfastly makes up his mind to carry out fully his mission. To follow him steadfastly to the end is what it means to be a Christian.