Formation
Fix our Gaze on our Lord Jesus
After putting up with the shameful cross, Jesus has been lifted up to the highest place. To fix our eyes on him means...
Editorial: We Should Not Whitewash the Lack of Human Rights
In 2010, Quatar – a country known for its violation of the most basic human rights (freedom of press, freedom of assembly, rights of women, rights of LGBTQ individuals) – was selected to host the World Cup in 2022, in a selection that was surrounded by suspicion of bribes and corruption.
Vincentian Prayer Images: Contemporary Art 4
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of St. Vincent de Paul as portrayed by a contemporary artist.
On Listening
“On Listening” (Luke 11: 16, 29-31) One of the most gratifying compliments is to hear that you listen well. It conveys another’s feeling that something of his or her inner self has gotten through, that not just the words but the deeper resonances of those words have...
Life Lessons From the Lottery
What would you spend a billion on? Go ahead… let yourself dream a bit.
What Social Media Can’t Do
Yes, there are things social media can’t do. Social media is not a solution, or a sure bet. Here are 7 cautions to ponder.
Leap of Faith, Hope and Great Joy in the Dark
Beset by weakness himself, Jesus understands those who sit by the roadside. Calling them, he makes them leap, so that they may come to him and follow him on the way. Bartimaeus hears that Jesus is passing by. There is no indication that the blind feels his heart...
Young People Living the Vincentian Charism in Indonesia
See a video about how the Vincentian Family in Indonesia encourages young Vincentian leaders.
This is the Layperson’s Hour – Pope Francis and Thomas Judge, C.M.
Although he was somewhat controversial in his day, today the Eastern Province of the Congregation of the Mission is proud of its son, Fr. Thomas Judge.
The Pope Video • The Mission of Religious
This month, the Pope asks us to not allow ourselves to be robbed of missionary enthusiasm and let us pray that consecrated religious men and women may bestir themselves, and be present among the poor, the marginalized, and those who have no voice. Pope Francis -...
Society of St. Vincent de Paul in the Philippines
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul in the Philippines is a very active branch of the Society, full of energy and zeal. Learn about their work in this video.
My Mission in Life Through the Eyes of Pope Francis
Pope Francis suggests 9 dimensions of looking at our mission in life.