Jesus is the sign of contradiction. He brings to light what we harbor in our hearts. He cannot but dare us to be...
Reflections
Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 24
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.
Blessed are the poor in spirit – a Call to relationship
I recently read a reflection written by Clarence Jordan, founder of Koinonia Farm, who was trying to find a word that best describes “blessed”
Vincentian Prayer Images: Walking Through Each Day with St. Vincent VII
St. Vincent told the Daughters of Charity: “You see, Sisters, even though we don’t see God, faith teaches us that His holy presence is everywhere…”
Called to Ecological Conversion
One of the themes threaded throughout Laudato Si’ is the need for an ecological conversion.
Can You Put Yourself In This Picture?
I am not an Ethiopian at the beginning of a thousand-mile journey. Actually, I am on a lifelong journey of trying to “put on the mind of Christ,” to see things as Jesus, the stranger in my life, sees them.
A Canadian View: Diversity is a Fact….Inclusion is an Act
As a Canadian, I know for myself and perhaps others, we tend to think systemic racism only exists in other countries but if we look at it from within our borders, we can see it exists here too.
A Homeless Stereotype Blown Out of the Water
A Homeless Stereotype Blown Out of the Water
“First Generation Disciples”(John 10: 14-15)
“Handing on the tradition” is a phrase often connected with matters of faith.
Systemic Change Calls For Paying Attention
There are things we see but don’t pay attention to.
Lead God’s Flock in the Same Way as Jesus
Jesus shows what God does to lead his flock. And so, he also gives a model for his shepherds. The crowds longed for someone to lead them out of the mess, a Messiah to guide a people in trouble. But they ended up disappointed since they did not want a suffering...
Vincentian Prayer Images: Walking Through Each Day with St. Vincent VI
St. Vincent told the Daughters of Charity: “When you’ve finished dressing and have made your bed, you’ll begin your mental prayer.”
