Reflections

Firewood for the Soul: That Fateful Tune

by Samantha Hill and James Hodge | October 7, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.

There is no “You” without “Me,” nor “I” without “You” • A Weekly Reflection with Ozanam

by Javier F. Chento | October 5, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

The "I" is truly importunate and hateful, that selfish solitude does not suit the needs of my character; I need the moral accompaniment of the family, the feeling of the "We." You are good and charitable in allowing it, and I will take you for your word. From now on...

See Beyond the Facts On the Ground

by John Freund, CM | October 4, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Many of us wear glasses. Others may need glasses to read. But that’s not the seeing I am asking about. I am asking how many of us see beyond the facts in front of us.

A Canadian View: A Fresh Approach To Social Justice

by Jim Paddon | October 3, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

The term social justice can mean different to different people. It can also leave us confused on exactly what it is or is not.

Children And The Kingdom (Matthew 19:14)

by Tom McKenna, CM | Oct 16, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus’ frequent mention of children can shed light on the nature of this Kingdom He speaks about, the Kingdom of his dear Father.

Biblical Gotchas and Coverups

by John Freund, CM | Oct 16, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

They were comfortable… until they were told a story. Then they learned an uncomfortable truth. The person in the story out there hid in their own heart.

Mysteries of Joy, Light, Sorrow, Glory

by Ross Reyes Dizon | Oct 15, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus is the greatest mystery of all the mysteries God makes known to those who are like children and hides from the...

Firewood for the Soul: The Divine Dance

by Samantha Hill and James Hodge | Aug 12, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.

We Never Do Enough • A Weekly Reflection with Ozanam

by Javier F. Chento | Aug 10, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

Representatives of the people, We respect the magnitude and the difficulty of your task. We are not those who, by the temerity of their accusations, have the misfortune to weaken the last power capable of saving society. You continue, with just slowness, your work, by...

The Pope Video • For Political Leaders

by .famvin | Aug 10, 2024 | Church, Formation, Reflections

“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: For Political Leaders

The Heavens Tell the Story of God

by John Freund, CM | Aug 9, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

Deep in her heart, Mary knew the story of creation was more profound than she could imagine. Only at the moment of Mary’s Assumption did she understand creation as she had never dreamed.

Is It Enough? (John 6:1-15)

by Tom McKenna, CM | Aug 7, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

A commentator on these readings posed a beguiling question: “how much is enough?”

What the Pope Said About Old Age

by John Freund, CM | Aug 7, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

In my 80+ years I had never thought of old age itself as a ministry. He hoped we can revitalize the ministry of waiting for the Lord.

Contemplation: One Who Lives Differently

by Tim Williams | Aug 6, 2024 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul

This post originally appeared on ssvpusa.org Serviens in spe, reads the Society’s motto, Serving in Hope. Hope can be a powerful feeling, a state of mind that keeps us going through great difficulties. It is a light at the end of the tunnel, the silver lining behind...