Formation
Firewood for the Soul: Lightning Speed
A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.
A Vincentian Minute: What Why How 09
Fr. Rooney speaks about the things we do, and why and how we do it. This week: collaboration with non-believers.
Investment or Expense?
In a country where some children as young as five have to generate income, education seems an unaffordable investment.
Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 5
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.
Salvation by God’s Grace
Our salvation does not depend on any of our actions, but rather it is God’s action
A Vincentian Minute: Signs of New Life and Eternal Life, 6
Latest episode of Fr. Rooney’s series uncovering where life may be found in the Easter Season.
Journey of St. Joan Antida Thouret
The story of St. Joan Antida Thouret (also known as Jeanne Antide Thouret (in French), and Giovanna Antida Thouret (in Italian)), is a great inspiration for us as Vincentians. Her story seems to tell us: “Don’t give up just because things seem to be going badly.”
Gag Laws and Catholic Universities
Governors and state legislators are introducing legislation to prevent college campuses from teaching about the ongoing legacy of racism or the presence of LGTBQ individuals among our community.
Feast Day of St. Jeanne-Antide Thouret (May 23)
Learn more in this video that tells the story of her life.
Walking In the Shoes of the Fisherman
Shortly after ordination in 1965, I remember reading the best-selling and quite controversial novel by Morris West, “The Shoes of the Fisherman.” It concerns the election of a Ukrainian pope.
The Way, the Truth, and the Life
St. John’s University commemorated the passing of Sr. Margaret John Kelly, D.C. ’64G, ’67Ph.D., the founder and former Executive Director of the Vincentian Center for Church and Society.
Climate Change: An Update and a Response
Since starting my work as the NGO Representative for the Sisters of Charity Federation at the United Nations at the start of the year, there is a plethora of justice issues that demand our attention.