Reflections

Simplicity and Humility

by Fr. Binoy Puthusery, C.M. | August 28, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

For St. Vincent, to live according to the spirit and charism of the congregations is to live the virtues of the Gospel. He considered virtues as, “Evangelical Maxims” which Jesus the sovereign Master taught us both by word and example. Therefore, Vincent asks...

From Feeling Good to Doing Right • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent

by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | August 26, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

"There are many who, recollected exteriorly, and filled with lofty sentiments of God interiorly, stop at that, and when it comes to the point of doing something, and they have the opportunity to act, they come up short. They flatter themselves with their ardent...

I Actually Attended a Session of Vatican II

by John Freund, CM | August 25, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Yes! I figuratively rubbed shoulders with some 2000 bishops inside St. Peter’s! There are not many left who can say that.

Public Transportation – Convenience, Hassle, or Lifeline?

by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | August 24, 2023 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections | 1 Comment

A 2015 Harvard study found that access to reliable transportation is the biggest factor in determining whether someone will escape poverty and avoid homelessness.

Vincentian Advent Reflections 2023 – Week 1

by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 1, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

A beautiful reflection about “gift-giving”.

The More Things Change, the More They Stay the Same

by John Freund, CM | Dec 1, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

We are seeing the replay of decades of hostility in the region of Jesus’ birth!

Already and Not Yet (Mt 25: 14-30)

by Tom McKenna, CM | Nov 29, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

A phrase often on Jesus’ lips: “The Kingdom of God” — or in another iteration, “the Reign of God, His Father.”

Live and Die as Jesus Christ Did

by Ross Dizon | Apr 12, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

The risen Jesus is at God’s right hand and intercedes for us. His love enables us to live and die as he did. There are in the New Testament paradoxical teachings. These ideas, for instance, strike us as odd: to die is to live, loss is gain, to serve is to rule,...

Vincentian Prayer Images: One of the Great Saints of History XXVIII

by John Freund, CM | Apr 12, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

One of the reasons for Saint Vincent de Paul to be considered a key figure in the history of the holiness of the Church is his style of living his vocation. Each week we will present an example.

Lenten Video Series, Day 35: Have Your Way

by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Apr 11, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

Hardships and unwanted sacrifices will not cease, but you will learn how to overcome them.

The Pope Video • For Health Care Workers

by .famvin | Apr 10, 2022 | Church, Formation, Reflections

“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: For Health Care Workers.

Lenten Video Series, Day 34: The Big Picture

by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Apr 9, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

Faith played an enormous role in the building of America. Our ancestors made enormous sacrifices for us to be here today. Patrick Shea believes we’re all here for a reason, and we need to set ourselves on a righteous path.

Lenten Video Series, Day 33: Little Hours

by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Apr 8, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

Seminarian Thomas Cipolla shares insight on the small sacrifices we make every day through reflective prayer.

All of a Sudden…

by Eugénia Quaresma | Apr 8, 2022 | Conflict in Ukraine, Formation, Reflections

We are witnessing the high price to be paid for freedom, and the slow and arduous road to building peace through dialogue and negotiation.

Heart Transplants – Physical… and Spiritual

by John Freund, CM | Apr 8, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

I remember well the stir caused when Christian Barnard in 1967 announced the first successful human heart transplant. Newly ordained, I joined with people around the world rejoicing in this miracle.

Lenten Video Series, Day 32: Chance of a Lifetime

by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Apr 7, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

The reward we get for sacrifice and almsgiving is eternal, it’s personal, it’s fulfilling in every way.