Reflections

Ash Wednesday and the Witness of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

by Ted Trinko | February 22, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

An important step in Mother Seton’s conversion took place on Ash Wednesday, when she first entered the Catholic Church.

Living Ash Wednesday the Way Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Did

by Lisa Lickona | February 22, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

Mother Seton didn’t walk the Way of the Cross alone during her life, but rather she surrounded herself with a community, with whom she journeyed in mutual dependence, step by step, along the path Christ set for them.

Do Your Spiritual Hearing Aids Need Cleaning?

by John Freund, CM | February 22, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Lent is a time of listening… cleaning my ears to hear the Good News.

Tempt Someone Is Not What God Does

by Ross Reyes Dizon | February 21, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

Jesus let the devil tempt him just as we are tempted, though he did not sin. Hence, he can feel for us who are weak, and lift us up. James makes clear that God does not tempt us. We are tempted by our own evil desire. Today’s first reading and gospel, though,...

How Have You Changed?

by John Freund, CM | Aug 2, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

The question “How have you changed” is more complicated than you might realize! Before you answer, listen to this story.

God-with-us in Our Joys and Our Griefs

by Ross Reyes Dizon | Aug 1, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus, God-with-us, is the first of the brothers and sisters who rejoice with those who rejoice and weep with those...

Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 15

by Famvin Media Resources | Aug 1, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

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

The Pope Video • For a Life of Prayer

by .famvin | Dec 5, 2020 | Church, Formation, Reflections

“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: For a Life of Prayer.

Encyclical ‘Fratelli Tutti’: Summary and Commentary (Part 6)

by René Stockman | Dec 5, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

Bro. René Stockman offers here a short summary of chapter 6 of the Encyclical Letter “Fratelli Tutti”, followed by a more personal reflection.

Advent Reflection on Humility

by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 4, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

Are we humble enough to believe that He who is mighty can do great things?

The Cost of “Preferential Option for the Poor”

by John Freund, CM | Dec 4, 2020 | Formation, Justice and Peace, Reflections, Vincentian Family

Forty years ago, four women gave their lives as part of their preferential option for the poor. Read their own words. It should take just about 40 seconds.

A Canadian View: A More Just World

by Jim Paddon | Dec 3, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

As a Canadian and close neighbour to our Americans friends, we are always interested in what is happening in the USA.

Creating Connections Better Than Giving Directions

by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Dec 3, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections

A place where homeless and formerly homeless people can connect to one another. They can also connect to vital outreach services, their own personal friends, and family members.

Lessons Learned During the Pandemic, 23: In Solidarity with Those who Suffer

by Mari Carmen Davia | Dec 2, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

I believe that there has been an extraordinary expression of solidarity among people, especially as people reach out to assist those who have suffered the most.

In The Mood (Mk 13:37)

by Tom McKenna, CM | Dec 2, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

We’ve all heard the term “mood music.” It refers to the power music has to set a tone, move us through different feeling states.

How a Baby Changes Everything

by John Freund, CM | Dec 2, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change

A baby changes everything. Never was that truer than in the birth of the one we call Jesus of Nazareth. The birth of Jesus literally changed everything for everyone.

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