Formation
A Vincentian View: “Caring for the Little Ones”
In the Gospels, Jesus mentions the “little ones” on several occasions. He says that they need to be treated with respect (Mt 18:10).
Changing Our Clocks
Changing Clocks! It is an annual ritual in many parts of the world. I suspect most of us sleep through it.
Contemplation: A Boundless Reserve
The rule of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul discourages hoarding money, emphasizing that funds should be used generously for current needs without budgeting for the future, trusting in Providence to provide as needed. More important than financial aid, however, is offering companionship, empathy, and love to those in need, as true charity is not limited by material resources.
St. Louise de Marillac: Prayer and Action
A look at Prayer and Action as seen in the life of St. Louise.
The Heavens Tell the Story of God
Deep in her heart, Mary knew the story of creation was more profound than she could imagine. Only at the moment of Mary’s Assumption did she understand creation as she had never dreamed.
Collective Action in the Face of the Climate Crisis: What Indigenous Peoples Teach us
Indigenous peoples, with their communitarian and harmonious vision of life, teach us the importance of the common good and the responsible care of nature, essential to counteract today’s destructive individualistic and consumerist mentality.
Vincentian Spirituality: A Synodal Spirituality #famvin2024
The Vincentian Family, inspired by its missionary charism, seeks to contribute to the synodality promoted by Pope Francis through a renewed commitment to the mission of the Church and a particular attention to the poorest and most needy.
Is It Enough? (John 6:1-15)
A commentator on these readings posed a beguiling question: “how much is enough?”
What the Pope Said About Old Age
In my 80+ years I had never thought of old age itself as a ministry. He hoped we can revitalize the ministry of waiting for the Lord.
Contemplation: One Who Lives Differently
This post originally appeared on ssvpusa.org Serviens in spe, reads the Society’s motto, Serving in Hope. Hope can be a powerful feeling, a state of mind that keeps us going through great difficulties. It is a light at the end of the tunnel, the silver lining behind...
The Latin American Vincentian Confraternities #famvin2024
The Vincentian Confraternities are a dream of the Latin American Vincentian Family (FAVILA), turned into a beautiful reality, making the legacy St. Vincent de Paul began in 1617, when he founded the first Confraternity of Charity, dedicated to helping the most needy, the sick, the poor and the marginalized in Châtillon-les-Dombes, France, continues to be alive and active today, meeting the needs of Latin Americans.
Bread from Heaven for Weak Wayfarers
Jesus is the true bread from heaven that the Father gives us. To eat this bread means to gain strength and to live forever.