Reflections
Submission or Responsibility? • A Weekly reflection with Vincent
by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | July 6, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Guatemala: Testimonies from the Latin American Missionary Encounter (EMLA)
by Juan Fuentes | July 5, 2023 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Marian Youth | 0 Comments
We shared life experiences, our cultures, and the love for Jesus and Mary. Accompanied by our national advisers from the Congregation of the Mission and the Daughters of Charity, who added significance to the encounter.
A Vincentian View: Worthy of the Lord
by Pat Griffin, CM | July 5, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
Suppose someone asked you in earnest to explain how the Lord holds the highest value in your life.
Is July 4 a dangerous memory?
by John Freund, CM | July 5, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
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Daughters of Charity Raise their Voices for Critical Nutrition Programs
by Rachel Moccia | Oct 12, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
While many in the U.S. think of August as the last breath of summer, a time to squeeze in a last bit of relaxation before the rush of the fall begins, the Daughters of Charity were doing anything but relaxing this past August.
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A Polycrisis Within a Polycrisis
by MaryAnn Dantuono, AIC | Oct 12, 2023 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family at the U.N.
There has been remarkable activity at the UN this fall.
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A Vincentian View: In the Beginning
by Pat Griffin, CM | Oct 11, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
It requires little effort to multiply the reminders that this is God’s world and given to us as a gift and a responsibility.
A Poverty of Empathy
by Pam Matambanadzo | Feb 10, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
For years now I have fully appreciated the thought behind celebrating Black History Month. At least that was until I saw…
One More (Luke 5:1-11)
by Tom McKenna, CM | Feb 9, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
I can imagine Peter’s consternation when Jesus challenges him to head out one more time. Likely shaking his head, Peter nonetheless gives his “ok, one more!”
Star Wars and the Gospel of Luke
by John Freund, CM | Feb 9, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
How many of us are aware of the problem Luke was addressing with his gospel?
Curses that Turn Out to Be Blessings
by Ross Dizon | Feb 8, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus became a curse to free us from curses and fill us with blessings. He became sinner and poor to make us just and rich. Those who are to catch men and women have much to learn still. And today the one who has called them teaches them about curses and blessings....
Vincentian Prayer Images: One of the Great Saints of History XIX
by John Freund, CM | Feb 8, 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.
MISEVI Poland Association
by Kinga Zemlik | Feb 7, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
The MISEVI Poland Association has been officially working since 2017.
The Pope Video • For Religious Sisters and Consecrated Women
by .famvin | Feb 5, 2022 | Church, Formation, Reflections
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: For Religious Sisters and Consecrated Women.
The “Broccoli Approach” to Synodality
by John Freund, CM | Feb 4, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
We probably should thank Alka-Seltzer for a phrase used by most mothers. (It seems they all went to the same “Mommy School”)
A Canadian View: A Culture of Encounter
by Jim Paddon | Feb 3, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
While we pride ourselves as Vincentians, on our efforts of charity and justice, how often do we really hear what those we serve are telling us?