Formation
A Missionary’s Voice: Do More…
I hope most of us have watched or heard about the 1948 Oscar Award winning Film, “Monsieur Vincent” directed by...
A Vincentian Minute: The Body Adored
“The Body Adored” – Fr. Rooney concludes his short series on the special feasts in the wake of the celebration of Pentecost.
Do It Right Or Don’t Do It At All! • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent
"Monsieur, let people think and say whatever they wish. Rest assured that the maxims of Jesus Christ and the examples...
How Build Community in our Divided World?
A quick foray into various styles of conflict resolution suggests that there are two major concerns underlying how people approach conflict- concern for self (assertiveness) and concern for others (empathy).
A Canadian View: The Preferential Option for the Poor, Part Three
Part Three: In recent years there has been considerable discussion and at times some confusion over the topics of The preferential option for the poor, systemic change and our Vincentian charism.
Not Seeing Homeless Students
For too long and for too many students, the issue of homelessness has not received the attention it deserves.
A Vincentian View: Joseph and Paul
Since Pope Francis declared this the Year of St. Joseph, I have given this figure of our faith some attention. I have invited Joseph into my world and sought his instruction.
It’s All Pope Francis’ Fault!
Since last October Jesus’ “story” has found a home in my heart to a degree I never expected. And it is all Pope Francis’ fault! I can no longer tame the shock of the story. What a challenge to change my way of thinking.
Persevere in the Faith and in Service
Jesus does not lose heart till he brings justice to the earth. As disciples we are to follow him and to persevere in the faith and in service. Job muses that life is but a drudgery. Hence, he seems to lose heart; it seems he is not going to persevere. Never mind...
Vincentian Prayer Images: Seeing With God’s Eyes
God grant us the grace to see things as you do!
In the Midst of a World Pandemic, Hope Springs Forth
In the midst of a world pandemic, a world of unrest, a world of uncertainty, there is hope. Hope is our faith.
Circular Letter 2021 from the President General of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul
For the fifth consecutive year, Renato Lima de Oliveira, publishes a Circular Letter in which he addresses the members throughout the world and encourages them to reflection on various themes.