See a video called “Given to God,” about Sister Marta Wiecka who was born on 12 January 1874 in Nowy Wiec, Poland.
Formation
I Never Saw It Coming
by John Freund, CM | January 13, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
I knew the letter was coming. But I never expected to be drawn as deeply into it.
55 years On Still Soul Searching
by Pam Matambanadzo | January 12, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 2 Comments
Have you ever wondered how effective our advocacy efforts are? I am not questioning our commitment, but rather the results we are achieving.
Outbreaks of Glory (Isaiah 49:3)
by Tom McKenna, CM | January 11, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
Every once in a while when reading the Scriptures, something lights up, jumps out into the present time and place.
Magi School for Seekers – Open Enrollment
by John Freund, CM | January 11, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Anyone seeking health insurance or entrance into a school knows the term “open enrollment.” Triggered by a Pope Francis’ homily on the feast of the Epiphany,
Learning From Roller Coasters
by John Freund, CM | May 26, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Riding a roller coaster! One of the thrills for children is when their parents take them to a major amusement park.
How do we measure global homelessness?
by Lydia Stazen, IGH | May 25, 2023 | Formation, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
Access to quality data is essential in addressing the challenge of homelessness.
Seeing Potential and Fostering It In Young People
by John Freund, CM | Sep 11, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
It has been written of Frederic Ozanam: “While innovators wore themselves out with theories for changing the world, these young men set about climbing up to the floors where the misery of the poor hid.”
A Canadian View: Systemic Racism
by Jim Paddon | Sep 10, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
We in Canada must also face reality that we must come to terms with the issue of racism.
A Hometown Success Story
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Sep 10, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Justice and Peace, Reflections
“More than 95% of those who cycle through [Project HOME]… have never again returned to life on the streets— a success rate that has made the program a model for dozens of other U.S. cities.”
Lessons Learned During the Pandemic, #11: A Vincentian PQRST
by Irving Gabriel Amaro Ramayo, CM | Sep 9, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
A Vincentian PQRST will involve: Pandemic, Questions, Reality, Salt, Transform.
Sacramental Speaking and Listening (Ezekiel, 33; Matthew, 18)
by Tom McKenna, CM | Sep 9, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
A question often on the lips of a believer: where and how is God present in my life?
How Blend Systemic Change and a “Culture of Encounter”?
by John Freund, CM | Sep 9, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
How do offer I friendship, provide holistic service, and serve as advocates for those who are poor?
Seventy Times Seven: to Live Is to Forgive
by Ross Dizon | Sep 8, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus fulfills the law and the prophets. That is why he corrects Peter and says that we have to forgive seventy times seven. We say, “Three strikes and you are out,” though we hear, too, “One is enough, two is too much.” So, seven is not a mean thing. If it seems...
Vincentian Prayer Images: Frederic Ozanam and Concern for Workers
by John Freund, CM | Sep 8, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
The juxtaposition of Labor Day (9/7) and the feast of Blessed Frederic (9/8) can give us much to pray about.
Acting with Compassion From the International Team of MISEVI
by Mary Frances Jaster, MISEVI International | Sep 7, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
MISEVI continues to be a vital part of the Vincentian Family, even amidst a global pandemic.