![A Canadian View: Indigenous Peoples in Canada](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2018/02/a-canadian-view-jim-paddon-featured.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
A Canadian View: Indigenous Peoples in Canada
Indigenous peoples in Canada include aboriginal First nations peoples living on reserve and in urban locations as well as Inuit, and Metis. The history of relations between Indigenous people and Canadian governments and churches is not a good one, with most actions...
![On Pruning Vines](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2016/02/mckenna-tom-reflections-featured-facebook-1.png?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
On Pruning Vines
On Pruning Vines (John 15) In his letter to the Church in Rome, St. Paul asserts, “All things work together unto good for those who love God.” (Rom. 8:28) No matter what kinds of things happen, both good and indeed bad, good will rise on the other side of it. It’s a...
![From Awed Followers to Courageous Missioners – Getting Practical](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2018/05/mosaic-pentecost-1024x576-1.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
From Awed Followers to Courageous Missioners – Getting Practical
On Pentecost, they received the gift of God’s Spirit and they realized they had a mission to accomplish. Pentecost changed them… but not fully. As we have seen in the readings of the Acts of the Apostles they still had a lot to learn about their mission.
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Descend to the Earth First to Ascend into Heaven
Christ ascends into heaven, which means he deigned to descend to the earth to bring the Good News to the poor. If we imitate him, we will ascend into heaven also. The apostles look intently at Jesus as he leaves. But a question cuts short their contemplation, “Why...
![Prayer from the AIC for St. Louise’s Feast Day on May 9](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2018/05/AIC-Day-of-Prayer-featured.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Prayer from the AIC for St. Louise’s Feast Day on May 9
May we be united in prayer with the International Association of Charities (AIC) as they celebrate the Feast of St. Louise de Marillac with an International Day of Prayer on May 9.
![COVIVO Blind Cafe Reflections #1](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2018/05/covivo.blind-cafej-FEATURED.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
COVIVO Blind Cafe Reflections #1
Colorado Vincentian Volunteers had the pleasure of hosting The Blind Café Experience for about 70 of our incredible #CVVAlum and current volunteers. It was a powerful evening of dinner in the dark, rich conversation, an active music listening experience, and of course, lots of companionship.
![The Pope Video • The Mission of the Laity](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2017/02/pope-video-2-facebook.png?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
The Pope Video • The Mission of the Laity
This month, the Pope asks us to pray that the lay faithful may fulfil their specific mission, by responding with creativity to the challenges that face the world today. Pope Francis - May 2018 Lay people are on the...
![Video: Reflection on St. Louise de Marillac and Friendship](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2018/05/st-louise-friendship-sulllivan-video.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Video: Reflection on St. Louise de Marillac and Friendship
An interesting reflection on St. Louise and Friendship, told by Sr. Louise Sullivan, D.C.
![Louise and Vincent – Remembering a Forgotten Truth About Their Collaboration](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2018/05/vincent-louise-collaboration-featured.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Louise and Vincent – Remembering a Forgotten Truth About Their Collaboration
As we approach the celebration of the feast of St. Louise perhaps we can rediscover a forgotten truth about the collaboration between Louise and Vincent.
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VLM/VMC Impact: Generation by Generation
We will be sharing a series of reflections made by Vincentian Lay Missionaries and Vincentian Mission Corps participants about their experience serving, how it has impacted their lives and how they continue to live the Vincentian Charism today. I was first...