Formation

Who are the Two Blessed Daughters of Charity, Martyrs of Angers?

The story of Bl. Marie-Anne Vaillot and Bl. Odile Baumgarten, Daughters of Charity martyred during the French Revolution on February 1, 1794.

A Sight For Sore Eyes

An environment of survival withers the hearts of our elderly, taking away their ability to dream. In this way, it cripples the prophecy that our young are called to proclaim and work to achieve.

Two Cardinals Celebrate Funeral of a Homeless Person

“May we be reminded of the words of St. Gregory the Great, who, when faced with the death of a mendicant from cold, said that Masses would not be celebrated that day because it was like Good Friday.” 

The Call: Where and What? (Mk 1:14-20)

God’s Call is a theme that runs all through the Scriptures. Where does God’s call occur and to what does it summon us?

Association of the Miraculous Medal

Association of the Miraculous Medal

In order to spread devotion to Mary as Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal, an Association was formed shortly after the first medals were distributed in 1832. Gradually, other associations were established elsewhere in the world. It was not until 1905 that Pope Saint Pius X officially recognized the associations.

At the Door of Mercy #IamVincent

At the Door of Mercy #IamVincent

Church of Saint Laurent (Paris), May 7, 2016. A poor man sleeps at the gates of St. Lawrence church, in Paris. It's 9 am, several hours have passed since the city has already begun its busy day. In the photo, a dirty and tatty temple with rehabilitation underway. At...

Mary in our Midst

Mary in our Midst

In college, I had one course in Art Appreciation.  Since my own background for understanding art left much to be desired, this course proved valuable.  One remark remains with me:  Once an artist finishes a work, he has lost control over it; now it belongs to the...

Troubled unto a troubling death

Troubled unto a troubling death

Human misery leaves Jesus troubled, and he seeks that other people’s miseries leave us likewise troubled. The disciples and a large crowd accompany Jesus to Nain.  A large crowd from Nain is with a widow at her only son’s funeral procession.  The stage is set for a...

Listen to your heart

Listen to your heart

Listen to Your Heart - Apostles’ Creed Today - Vincentians Serving in Faith – Called to Serve in Joy Listen to Your Heart - When you listen to your heart chances are God has a message for you.  Talking to God, answers are in your heart.  Lord, open my mind that I may...