October 27: Establishment of the Sisters of Charity Federation
Meet a few of the 2,700 Sisters that make up the Sisters of Charity Federation of North America.
Surprised Into Prayer By the Vincentian Film Festival
I must admit “Finding Charity in Art: The Challenge of the Vincentian Festival” surprised me into prayer! “
A Canadian View: Words, Action and Prayer
As a long time Vincentian with a specific interest in social justice, I have occasionally worried about allowing our unique Vincentian charism getting lost or forgotten in the rush to address social justice and develop and advocate for systemic change which can give...
On Listening
“On Listening” (Luke 11: 16, 29-31) One of the most gratifying compliments is to hear that you listen well. It conveys another’s feeling that something of his or her inner self has gotten through, that not just the words but the deeper resonances of those words have...
Life Lessons From the Lottery
What would you spend a billion on? Go ahead… let yourself dream a bit.
What Social Media Can’t Do
Yes, there are things social media can’t do. Social media is not a solution, or a sure bet. Here are 7 cautions to ponder.
Leap of Faith, Hope and Great Joy in the Dark
Beset by weakness himself, Jesus understands those who sit by the roadside. Calling them, he makes them leap, so that they may come to him and follow him on the way. Bartimaeus hears that Jesus is passing by. There is no indication that the blind feels his heart...
Young People Living the Vincentian Charism in Indonesia
See a video about how the Vincentian Family in Indonesia encourages young Vincentian leaders.
This is the Layperson’s Hour – Pope Francis and Thomas Judge, C.M.
Although he was somewhat controversial in his day, today the Eastern Province of the Congregation of the Mission is proud of its son, Fr. Thomas Judge.
The Pope Video • The Mission of Religious
This month, the Pope asks us to not allow ourselves to be robbed of missionary enthusiasm and let us pray that consecrated religious men and women may bestir themselves, and be present among the poor, the marginalized, and those who have no voice. Pope Francis -...
