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Reflections
Led by the Spirit
by Mary Frances Jaster | September 4, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
When I think about the complexities of a world-wide Church, a Church that must embrace so many cultural differences, I sometimes wonder about our human interpretations of things.
We are Missionary Disciples of Christ
by Fr. Binoy Puthusery, C.M. | September 4, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Attribute All to God • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent
by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | September 2, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Frederic Ozanam’s Tactical Wisdom For Today’s Society
by Famvin Media Resources | September 1, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Excerpts from an article by Fr. Thomas McKenna, C.M. in which he examines Frédéric Ozanam’s conception of how a religious tradition should engage its surrounding society.
Firewood for the Soul: Christmas, The Gift That Keeps On Giving
by Samantha Hill | Dec 25, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.
Go and See the Child Lying in the Manger
by Ross Reyes Dizon | Dec 24, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus is little and poor. We are to go and see and live his being little and poor, so that we may be clean and free...
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?
A Vincentian View: The Prophet
by Pat Griffin, CM | Feb 2, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
This scripture reminds us of our responsibility to honor the prophets among us.
Fishers of Men and Women, Sinners All
by Ross Reyes Dizon | Feb 1, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus is the leading fisher of men and women. Those he calls are also, though sinners, to be fishers of other sinners. Jesus tells Simon, “Put out into deep water and lower your nets for a catch.” And Simon answers, “Teacher, we have worked hard all night and have...
Vincentian Prayer Images: One of the Great Saints of History XVIII
by John Freund, CM | Feb 1, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
The originality of Saint Vincent’s version of Christianity is one of the reasons that he is one of the great saints in history.
Claiming the Gift of Vincent’s Charism
by John Freund, CM | Jan 28, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Vincent was also a genius in organizing and networking. His passion for the poor expressed itself through an empowering humility that invited others to share their gifts.
Taking In (Nehemiah 8; I Corinthians 12; Luke 4: 18-21)
by Tom McKenna, CM | Jan 26, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
“Taking in the news.” It can refer to events both good and bad, taking in the news of a baby’s birth, for instance, or at the other end, receiving word of a loved one’s passing.
My Favorite Image of God
by John Freund, CM | Jan 26, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
As I look back over my life I realize how, over time, my relationship to God has emphasized one or another person of the Trinity.
Lover of Sinners and Outcast
by Ross Reyes Dizon | Jan 25, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus is a lover of those whom religion and society shun: sinners, widows, orphans and strangers. They are dear to true Christians too. It seems the leaving out of “vengeance,” when Jesus read Is 61, 1-2, did not bother his fellow Nazareth citizens. For they still...