Formation
Vincentian Prayer Images: Contemporary Art 15
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of St. Vincent de Paul as portrayed by a contemporary artist.
What Aquinas the Student Taught Elizabeth Ann Seton the Teacher
Even though St. Elizabeth Ann Seton spent much of her adult life educating and instructing others in the Catholic faith, she never stopped being a student herself.
Touched by an Angel
The deep desire of lay people to respond to the grief and the anguish that is presented to them and to receive joy and hope is so reflective of what St. Vincent and St. Louise began more than 400 years ago.
Ladies of Charity Advocacy: Climate Change
Take a moment to watch this 2-minute video on Climate Change produced by the Ladies of Charity USA Advocacy.
St. Vincent de Paul and the Organization of Charity
St. Vincent did many things right, from a modern perspective of organizational theory and practice. SlideShare presentation.
Flash! Pope Francis says the Bible is a “dangerous book”
The Bible is a dangerous book when it challenges us to walk in the way of Jesus, the Evangelizer of the Poor.
A Canadian View: A Visit From Dorian
My original plan for this article was to report on an Atlantic Canada Vincentian family social justice gathering in Halifax, Nova Scotia, but hurricane Dorian had other plans.
Movie documentary: “Vincent de Paul: Charity’s Saint”
If you have not seen it, or have not seen it in a while, take some time this week to enjoy the full-length movie “Vincent de Paul, Charity’s Saint” on YouTube.
Tilting Toward Good (Lk 16:1-13)
Over the centuries, the parable of the clever but dishonest steward has caused much debate. Doesn’t Jesus seem to be praising the man for cheating?
Speaking the Truth to Power at Any Age
Profiles in courage from the present and the past, young and old.
Care and Concern for Those in Need
Jesus fulfills the law and the prophets. He teaches us by words and deeds to care for the poor, their misery making us ill. The parable of the rich man and Lazarus teaches us to care for those who are poor. Though we can safely say that the helpless beggar is resigned...
Vincentian Prayer Images: Vincent – I Pray That…
For what do we pray?