Formation

Empathy or Sympathy

During a recent meeting of our Confraternity, (the Confraternity of Vincentians on the Frontier/Diaspora), we shared some information about the latest social events in Guatemala and our involvement in them as Vincentians.

A Vincentian Minute: Praying with Vincent About Obedience, Part 2

Fr. Rooney reveals the way Vincent prayed, through Vincent’s own words. This week: more on obedience.

The Link Between Global Homelessness and Poor Mental Health

Mental health conditions can lead to homelessness and can also prevent those experiencing homelessness from getting back on their feet.

Lastly… Simplicity! • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent

"I’m well aware that people think of simplicity in general as truth or purity of intention: truth, because it sees that our thoughts conform to the words and other signs by which we express them; purity of intention, because it makes all our acts of virtue tend...
Vincent As a Seeker

Vincent As a Seeker

Some time ago, I offered a reflection on “The Magi School For Seekers.” It was based on a homily Pope Francis gave, presenting the Magi as showing the path for modern-day “seekers.”

Fill Our Life with Jesus Christ

Prepare the Way of the Lord Jesus

Jesus is the King who comes to rule the earth with justice.  We all have to repent and prepare for his coming. To prepare the way of the Lord, this is what all of John the Baptist’s being and doing is about.  To prepare means, first of all, to preach repentance, to...