Firewood for the Soul: Comfort in others
A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.
A Vincentian Minute: What Why How 03
Fr. Rooney speaks about the things we do, and why and how we do it. This week: a collaborative approach.
“Beauty” is in God • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent
"What can compare to the beauty of God, who is the source of all the beauty and perfection of creatures? Is it not from God that the flowers, the birds, the stars, the moon, and the sun derive their luster and beauty? (SVP, vol XIII, no. 43). Vincent de Paul. [box...
Blessed Rosalie Rendu: Spiritual and Human Portrait (Feast Day: February 7)
Who was this simple country girl who became a great symbol of Our Lord’s loving mercy toward those who are poor?
Blessed Rosalie Rendu: Heroine Alongside Cholera Victims
Blessed Rosalie Rendu, D.C. was able to remain calm and unshakeable as she organized relief services for her neighbors struck down by disease.
“Insiders” With Closed Minds; “Outsiders” Who Were Open
I don’t think I can ever again read Luke’s account of Jesus’ rejection in his hometown (4:21-30) without thinking of Pope Francis’ homily.
Her Doing Heart: Key Relationships in Elizabeth Seton’s Life (Part 5)
Sr. Margaret John Kelly, DC, wrote the following excellent article on Mother Seton. In this series we present her article in six parts. (Part 5)
A Vincentian View: Reconciliation and Renewal
When I celebrate the sacrament of reconciliation with people, my emphasis does not solely embrace God’s forgiveness of our sins of the past, but promotes God’s grace to live a better future.
I Never Knew I Missed the Point!
Have you ever been in a conversation where someone missed your point? I certainly have. Also, more times than I care to admit, I have been the one who missed the point.
Go around Towns and Villages as God Wants
Jesus has come so he may go around towns and villages and preach by words and by works, and as the Father shows him in prayer, the Good News. Before he makes up his mind to go around all of Galilee, Jesus goes off alone to a forlorn place to pray. He does so before...