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Articles in Formation
Advent Social Justice Conversations Through the Lens of Charity
As we journey together, I invite us to “see,” seek, and sink our Charity roots this Advent into a deeper appreciation and celebration of…
A Vincentian View: The Holy Name of Jesus
From the earliest days of my Catholic education, the good School Sisters of Notre Dame taught my young schoolmates and me to bow our heads when we said the name “Jesus.”
Daughters of Charity Services Launches Vincentian Values Week 2021
A new national campaign Vincentian Values Week is set to launch later this month, running from September 27 – October 1.
St. Vincent de Paul: One of the great saints of history (Part 3)
Father José María Román, C.M. explains why Saint Vincent de Paul is to be considered a key figure in the history of the holiness of the Church. (Part 3 of 3)
Is “OUR Father” a Challenging Prayer?
Is “Our Father” a Challenging Prayer? It was for the early Church. Pope Francis thinks it is a challenge for today. Let’s listen to voices we don’t normally listen to.
Why Does She Stay?
“Why does she stay?” It’s a simple question. The answer is not. Bottom line… If a victim must choose between abuse in their home or the high risk of abuse on the street, it’s a stretch to think they are better off on the street.
Serving migrant families
Chris Kunze, SCN, shares her experiences with the Casa Alitas Program in Arizona.
A Vincentian View: Filled with Compassion
One can hardly imagine that Jesus could use the term “father” without some reflection on the one who had been his earthly father for most of his life, Joseph.
Pledging a “Better Kind of Politics”?
Pope Francis calls us to “build a better kind of politics”. The USCCB suggest almost a “12 step program” for building community as envisaged when we truly commit to what we pray for in the “Our Father.”
Foolish and Slow to Believe, and Afraid
Jesus alone is Lord, the Most High, for there is no better and more lowly servant of all than he. Hence, to mistake his greatness with that of the world is to be foolish before him. As it turns out, Jesus is right to ask his disciples to tell no one that he is the...
Vincentian Prayer Images: What Moved Saint Vincent? XI
St. Vincent continues to invite us to “step into the current”.