This past weekend contained the “moving-in” days at St. John’s.
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by John Freund, CM | November 12, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
In recent years I have reflected on that wonderful phrase of Pope Francis – “the saints next door.”
by Mary Frances Jaster | November 11, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
As a member of the Social Justice Representatives of North America, I find myself grateful over and over again for the global view of the Vincentian Family.
by Pat Griffin, CM | November 10, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
I like the term “guardian.” It has an association with St. Joseph. Frequently he receives the title “Guardian of the Lord” and “Guardian of the Holy Family.”
by John Freund, CM | November 10, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change | 0 Comments
That day, as Jesus sat in the temple precincts, what impressed him? What caught his eye?
by Pat Griffin, CM | Aug 31, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
This past weekend contained the “moving-in” days at St. John’s.
by John Freund, CM | Aug 31, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
A late 19th-century artist, James Tissot, graphically posed a question for us today. In his depiction of the Ascension, he asks, “Why do you stand looking up into heaven? (Act 1:11)
by André Sylvestre, CM | Aug 30, 2022 | Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
In 1889, the Brief of Beatification of Jean Gabriel Perboyre (Feast Day: September 11) stated, “Divine Goodness...
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Dec 3, 2017 | Formation, Reflections
Poetry that evokes the profound, the beautiful is a way to deepen your Advent journey. Advent prepares us for the Word become flesh. Brother Augustine Denis Towey, C.M. (+November 22, 2012) penned this, as well as many other poems. It's good to pass on a gift. You Are...
by John Freund, CM | Dec 2, 2017 | Formation, Reflections
The wise men and shepherds were seekers. Their lives were not filled up with themselves and their personal needs. They were open and looking for the long-awaited one.
by Javier F. Chento | Dec 2, 2017 | Formation
We invite you to watch a video made by the Vincentian Family in Lebanon, which was presented at the closing of the 400th anniversary of the Vincentian Charism. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c_CtxPs5w6w
by Benito Martínez, C.M. | Dec 1, 2017 | Formation, Reflections
"Oh, what a happiness, if, without offending God, the Company could be employed only in the service of those who are destitute in all things! To this end, this Company must never depart from nor change its poor manner of life. Thus, should Divine Providence provide...
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 1, 2017 | Daughters of Charity, Formation
Deeply concerned with the poverty and suffering surrounding them, a group of young women bind themselves to Christ with simple vows to be reaffirmed annually.
by John Freund, CM | Dec 1, 2017 | Formation, Reflections
The Advent letter by Father Tomaž Mavrič, CM, invites us to live this time with depth and intensity. We are going to prepare some weekly reflections based on the letter, which we hope will help us all to prepare ourselves for the coming of our Lord. In this first...
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Nov 30, 2017 | Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
Unclear about the relationship of Advent to Christmas? Christmas coming too fast? Busted Halo calls you back... https://youtu.be/eC0FGQLBp7w What is Advent all about? How is Advent different than Christmas? In a BRAND NEW version of our classic video,...
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Nov 30, 2017 | Formation, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
It’s almost Advent again. Prepare ye, etc. Dear young adult friends: Vincent was a man of the Church. Even when it hurt. Go. Or at least be church for one another. You need to be in Advent to say #IamVincent. You need some Advent practices. Advent reminds us to wait....
by Ross Dizon | Nov 30, 2017 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus, who rose from the dead and went up to heaven, will not fail to return in his glory. Of course, he wants us to be always watchful and hard-working. Jesus exhorts all of us to be watchful. And the exhortation sounds urgent, for he repeats it in several ways: ...