Reflections
Higher (Matthew 5:38-48)
by Tom McKenna, CM | February 8, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
There’s a phrase from the sports world, “setting a high bar.” It means raising the height of the jump just beyond the mark the athlete think he can clear.
Are You a “Quiet Influencer”?
by John Freund, CM | February 8, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
One of the buzzwords among internet literati is “social media influencer.” That’s “digital speak” for someone who has an impact on what others think, say, and do.
Fulfill with All Our Heart What God Wants
by Ross Dizon | February 7, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Vincentian Prayer Images: Contemporary Art 15
by Famvin Media Resources | February 7, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of St. Vincent de Paul as portrayed by a contemporary artist.
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Gentleness Overcoming Arrogance and Haughtiness
by Zeracristos Yosief, C.M. | Jun 24, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Throughout history, many philosophers and theologians have reflected on the virtue of meekness. Even Jesus is no exception.
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The Pope Video • For the abolition of torture
by .famvin | Jun 24, 2023 | Church, Formation, Reflections
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: For the abolition of torture.
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Imagine God Requiring a Security Deposit On “Our” Home
by John Freund, CM | Jun 23, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Every renter and landlord knows the meaning of “security deposit.” A security deposit holds people accountable for damages, excessive wear and tear, unpaid rent, etc.
Lenten Video Series: Day 7, Praying Person
by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Feb 24, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
This Lent, we offer to you the 2021 Lenten Video Series created by the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal. Day 7: Praying Person.
Mine Eyes Have Seen the Glory (1 Cor: 10:31)
by Tom McKenna, CM | Feb 24, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
How is that the glory of God supplies motivation, gives the impetus for getting up and doing something?
Seeing Beyond My Nose
by John Freund, CM | Feb 24, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
“Move us to create healthier societies and a more dignified world, a world without hunger, poverty, violence and war. May our hearts be open to all the peoples and nations of the earth.”
Lenten Video Series: Day 6, Examine Me
by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Feb 23, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
This Lent, we offer to you the 2021 Lenten Video Series created by the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal. Day 6: Examine Me.
Walk before the Lord with Faith
by Ross Dizon | Feb 23, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus gives us a model to follow so that we may do what he does. We only need to walk with him to learn to walk before the Lord. One can guess that Abraham cannot help to walk sometimes with nearby peoples. It would be odd, then, if he does not know that they make...
Vincentian Prayer Images: Our Illness Teaches Us Sensitivity
by John Freund, CM | Feb 23, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
“… When one has experienced in oneself weaknesses and tribulations, one is more sensitive to those of others.”
Lenten Video Series: Day 5, Filled with God’s Love and Joy
by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Feb 22, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Uncategorized
This Lent, we offer to you the 2021 Lenten Video Series created by the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal. Day 5: Filled with God’s Love and Joy.
Faith for Earth
by Sr. Caroljean Willie, SC, Ph.D. | Feb 21, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
Laudato Si’ provides a roadmap for navigating the very uncertain times in which we find ourselves today. We are facing an ecological crisis which is both a profound moral and cultural crisis.
Lenten Video Series: Day 4, Personal Prayer
by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Feb 20, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
This Lent, we offer to you the 2021 Lenten Video Series created by the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal. Day 4: Personal Prayer.