Reflections

Drinking At The Fountain of God’s Word (Isaiah 55: 10-11)

by Tom McKenna, CM | July 26, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

With this hot weather scorching many parts of the globe, it’s not hard to appreciate the metaphor the prophet Isaiah offers as a picture of how it is between ourselves and God — more specifically, between ourselves and the Word of God.

Has Pope Francis “Made a Mess?”

by John Freund, CM | July 26, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

Almost ten years ago to the day, Pope Francis told young people his hopes for World Youth Day. The sound bite people remember… “make a mess.”

Supreme Value of the Kingdom of God

by Ross Reyes Dizon | July 25, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

On top of being the scribe who is trained in the kingdom of heaven, Jesus embodies also the supreme value that this kingdom is. The teaching is clear that the kingdom of heaven is the supreme value. For there is this saying: “Seek first the kingdom of God and his...

Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 14

by Famvin Media Resources | July 25, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.

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.”

Christ the King and the “Duck Test”

by John Freund, CM | Nov 29, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Many will recognize the saying, “If it looks like a duck, swims like a duck, and quacks like a duck, then it probably is a duck.”

Tasks for the Servants of Jesus

by Ross Reyes Dizon | Nov 28, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus has chosen and brought us to his house. And he has assigned us tasks that we have to carry out as we wait for...

Vincentians as Promoters of Employment

by Andrés Motto, CM | Oct 23, 2021 | Formation, Reflections

Blessed Frederic Ozanam pronounced his well-known sentence: “The order of society rests on two truths: justice and charity.” Undoubtedly, promoting decent work is a duty of justice and charity.

Are You a Cafeteria Catholic?

by John Freund, CM | Oct 22, 2021 | Formation, Reflections

Over the decades I have noticed that the connotation of “Cafeteria Catholic“ varies according to who is doing the calling and what the issue is.

Your choice! – “Bridge” or “soft incarceration”?

by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Oct 21, 2021 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections

I have read about the need for shelters and rapid rehousing. But Robert Davis, writing for Invisible People, captured an insight in two metaphors – “Bridge” and “soft incarceration.”

Stumbling Along ‘The Way’ (Mark 10:35-45)

by Tom McKenna, CM | Oct 20, 2021 | Formation, Reflections

Most of us know the image backing the word “scandalize;” i.e., somebody tripping over a stone in the road.

The Rosary As Scrapbook of Mary’s Memories

by John Freund, CM | Oct 20, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change

You all know what a scrapbook is. It is not about throwing away scraps. It is about keeping memories alive.

Edge of the Road Leading to Jerusalem

by Ross Reyes Dizon | Oct 19, 2021 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus is merciful. For he cares for those who call on him in their needs. He does not leave them at the edge of the road; he takes them with him. The one who has come to be a sacrifice for all cannot pass over those who are poor. Those, though, who take seats of...

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