Reflections
Vincent’s Trust in God’s Providence
by Fr. Binoy Puthusery, C.M. | May 8, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
For Vincent the only thing really mattered is to trust God’s providence.
Have a Special Place? Does It Matter?
by John Freund, CM | May 5, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
You know the place! A place that helps you feel a sense of comfort, identity, inspiration… whatever you need at that moment! A place where you are nourished and grow. Let’s explore why such places are important in each of our lives.
A Canadian View: A Spring Renewal
by Jim Paddon | May 4, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Another spring is upon us with all of its hopes for renewal, whether in our faiths, nature, sports, politics, or family.
Inside The Fold (John 10:1-10)
by Tom McKenna, CM | May 3, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
Preparing for this Sunday, which is often called Good Shepherd Sunday, I came across a description of the things a shepherd in Jesus’ time would do to care for his — or her — sheep.
Simplicity and Humility
by Fr. Binoy Puthusery, C.M. | Aug 28, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
For St. Vincent, to live according to the spirit and charism of the congregations is to live the virtues of the...
From Feeling Good to Doing Right • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent
by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | Aug 26, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
"There are many who, recollected exteriorly, and filled with lofty sentiments of God interiorly, stop at that, and...
I Actually Attended a Session of Vatican II
by John Freund, CM | Aug 25, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Yes! I figuratively rubbed shoulders with some 2000 bishops inside St. Peter’s! There are not many left who can say that.
A Vincentian View: A Simple Man
by Pat Griffin, CM | Sep 1, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
I would love to have people describe me as “a simple man.”
Mark’s Gospel – Coping With a New Normal
by John Freund, CM | Sep 1, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
Mark, as any good pastor would, uses Jesus stories circulating in oral tradition to help a community understand how the gospel is “good news”… even in the face of catastrophe and persecution.
Gestures and Words That Heal and Proclaim
by Ross Dizon | Aug 31, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus opens our ears and makes loose the strings of our tongues. He enables us to make gestures that heal and speak words that proclaim God’s kingdom. Amazing magic for the sake of a deaf and mute in a place where pagans live? If this is what Jesus’ gestures make us...
Vincentian Prayer Images: What Moved Saint Vincent? IX
by John Freund, CM | Aug 31, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
“…the direction in which missioning moves— toward the poor people of the world, trying to be God’s love for them, and at the same time finding in them God’s love.”
If Nuns Ruled the World…
by John Freund, CM | Aug 27, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
A self-described agnostic, Jo Piazza, writes… “I may not believe in God, but I do believe in nuns.”
In This Together (Joshua 24; John 6)
by Tom McKenna, CM | Aug 25, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
Our believing is not solitary. The quality of one person’s faith spills over into the religious convictions of all the others.
Why Did Jesus Ask So Many Questions?
by John Freund, CM | Aug 25, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
Jesus’ communication style focused on two things: He told great stories and asked great questions!
Fresh Start in Life for Us Men and Women
by Ross Dizon | Aug 24, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus shows us the new that one has yet to see or hear or think of. To be his disciples, we have to make a fresh start. The Pharisees and scribes ask Jesus why his disciples do not follow the tradition of the elders. It is because the disciples eat with hands that...
Vincentian Prayer Images: What Moved Saint Vincent? VIII
by John Freund, CM | Aug 24, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
Vincent grasped and was grasped by the pure generosity that is sending the Word to the poor, the Sending to which Jesus gives flesh.