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Was Jesus an “Either/Or” …or… a “Both/And” Thinker?
Last weekend Catholics read the same Gospel passage in church Friday and Sunday. Both times I had the same reaction. I never got past the first line. “Do not let your hearts be troubled?”
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As policies are reviewed who is overlooked in the data?
It seems like a lifetime ago when we were in the throes of the pandemic. We wore masks and went about attempting to sanitize the world against a virus we knew very little about.
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A Vincentian View: Good Friends
We celebrate the Solemnity of Saint Louise de Marillac on May 9th. This feast invites us to think of Louise, her gifts, and her ministry. Sometimes, I get caught up in a sidebar reflection.
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Surprised By Vincentian Elements at the Coronation!
I never expected to hear St. Vincent dePaul speaking at the coronation of King Charles III! My ears perked up at the proclamation of what many refer to as the Vincentian Gospel (Luke 4:16).
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Defend Those Who Are Poor and Helpless
Jesus lives. That is why they see him and live those who believe in him, and love him. The Spirit of truth does not fail to defend them. Jesus takes leave of his disciples. For comes the hour for him to give his body up and to shed his blood. Hence, they are sad...
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Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 3
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.
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Vincentian Voices Network: Let’s Celebrate Our Diversity
In today’s world, we tend to hear so much negativity whether if it’s the weather, sports, government or family.
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Vincent’s Trust in God’s Providence
For Vincent the only thing really mattered is to trust God’s providence.
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A Vincentian Minute: Signs of New Life and Eternal Life, 4
Fr. Rooney’s new series uncovering where life may be found in the Easter Season.
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St. Louise de Marillac: Faith experienced through love
Louise de Marillac moved from an individual faith to the more universal faith of a Daughter of Charity.