In 1969, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) in the United States commissioned a space flight during which Rusty Schweickart left the command module to actually walk in space.
Reflections
Divine Providence
The basis for our hope is the Risen Lord who is with us. We need to have this strong faith and trust in Him.
Remember Saying, “Are We There Yet”?
Even those of us in advanced age remember the excitement and impatience. Four words – “Are we there yet” – captured our anticipation, excitement, and impatience.
Salvation in Jesus
Salvation is not just an after–death issue. Salvation is the fullness of everything which God wanted to give us in and through Jesus.
Learning From Roller Coasters
Riding a roller coaster! One of the thrills for children is when their parents take them to a major amusement park.
A Vincentian View: The Spirit and Mary
Our New Testament offers two particular contexts when the Holy Spirit filled the Blessed Mother. Of course, we can truly maintain that Mary always experienced this aspect of God’s presence, but two occurrences stand forth.
Ever Know Something Was Coming But Were Unprepared?
Let’s explore how prepared the followers of Christ were to face his leaving them and ascending to heaven.
Breath that Creates, Gives Life and Renews
Jesus, the Good Shepherd, has come so that his followers, his sheep, may have life and have it to the full. He passes on to them his breath. In the Acts of the Apostles, fifty days separate Pentecost from Easter. But that is not so in John’s Gospel that we hear or...
Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 5
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.
Salvation by God’s Grace
Our salvation does not depend on any of our actions, but rather it is God’s action
Gag Laws and Catholic Universities
Governors and state legislators are introducing legislation to prevent college campuses from teaching about the ongoing legacy of racism or the presence of LGTBQ individuals among our community.
Walking In the Shoes of the Fisherman
Shortly after ordination in 1965, I remember reading the best-selling and quite controversial novel by Morris West, “The Shoes of the Fisherman.” It concerns the election of a Ukrainian pope.
