Three people tell us how fasting is a symbolic gesture that helps us focus on prayer and reconciliation with the Lord.
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A Vincentian View: The Good Shepherd
by Pat Griffin, CM | April 24, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
In the 23rd Psalm, the psalmist proclaims, “My shepherd is the Lord.” I imagine that when Jesus prayed these words, he found a depiction of himself.
Mother Theresa and her “call within a call”
by John Freund, CM | April 24, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
In 1946, during a train ride from Calcutta to Darjeeling, Mother Teresa received what she called, “the call within a call.” The Lord asked her to begin a new religious community that would live and work with the poorest of the poor.
Contemplation: Chosen From All Eternity – SSVP USA, a Weekly Reflection
by Tim Williams | April 23, 2024 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
Sap of Life, Strength and Fruitfulness
by Ross Dizon | April 23, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Clocks Versus the Time In Our Heads
by John Freund, CM | Mar 13, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Changing your clocks, watches, and iPhone settings might not be as important as you think. Before you panic about being out of sync for your 9:00 am meeting, hear me out!
Lenten Conferences of Fr. Lacordaire No. 18
by .famvin | Mar 13, 2024 | Formation
Lenten Series of reflections taken from the Conferences of the Rev. Lacordaire.
Advent Reflections 2023 (Video)
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 22, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Prepare for the coming of Christ with this video from Vincentian Family Ireland.
Vincentian Advent Reflections 2023 – Week 4
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 22, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Let us reflect on God’s Word so that it challenges us, as Family, to be a prophetic voice to the poor.
Lessons Learned From a “Street Priest!”
by John Freund, CM | Dec 22, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Some words stay with you for a lifetime! Sometimes front and center. Other times, they sit just beneath the surface… like a quiet motor doing its job unnoticed.
A Vincentian View: A Cry in the Silence
by Pat Griffin, CM | Dec 20, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Of all the songs associated with the Christmas season, is there any more widely known or sung than “Silent Night”?
Why Am I a Vincentian Priest?
by John Freund, CM | Dec 20, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
I see… and read… many posts asking “Why I Am (Not) a Catholic.” I also hear of former Vocation Directors saying that this time must be a tough time for Vocation Directors.
Favors, Blessings, Graces from God
by Ross Dizon | Dec 19, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus, the one anointed with the Holy Spirit and sent by the Father, brings the Good News to the poor. He proclaims the era of favors from heaven. The angel Gabriel comes to Mary. As he greets her, he does not say the name of the virgin betrothed to Joseph. Rather,...
Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 35
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 19, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.
A Vincentian Way to be Christ’s Disciple and Missionary
by Mary Frances Jaster | Dec 18, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Ever wonder what it was like to be a missionary? Read this informational brochure from MISEVI International!
Firewood for the Soul: Christmas, Time for Joy
by Samantha Hill | Dec 18, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.