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Advent from a Vincentian Perspective, Part 1: Active Waiting and Christian Hope
This season invites us to step into a space of “active waiting”— a term that encapsulates the dual call to watchfulness and action.
Keep the Fire Burning to Be Pilgrims of Hope: Reflection #3
The Vincentian Family is called to face the present with prayerful awareness, uniting contemplation and action for those on the margins. It recalls Vincent’s vision of justice through service and highlights key priorities: clear mission, systemic change, collaboration, formation, empowered leadership, and strong belonging to the shared charism.
Past, Present and Future (2 Tim 4:6-8, 16-18)
While the Scriptures shed light on every age group, there are passages which are tailored to one particular life stage.
Youth Voices Shine on Saint Vincent’s Day at Convent Station
On Saint Vincent’s Day, I had the wonderful opportunity to be welcomed by Sr. Mary Ann Tracey, SC, and the community of the Sisters of Charity of St. Elizabeth in Convent Station, New Jersey.
Waiting, Waiting (Ex 17: 8-13: Lk 18:1-8)
If asked the question, “Have you ever been disappointed in God?” I suspect there might be one or two hands raised — or maybe even all of our hands!
Reward after Tough Times of Crisis
Loving us to the end, Jesus makes known what to be steadfast to the end means to win the reward of salvation. Jesus tells his disciples that, since they suffer for his sake, their reward is great in heaven. And in today’s gospel, he says to them that they...
Apostolic Exhortation “Dilexit te”: Reflection on Chapter IV
Chapter IV of “Dilexi te” traces the history of the Social Doctrine of the Church, from Rerum novarum to the present day, showing that the poor are active subjects of faith and thought. It affirms that the Church is only faithful to Christ when it shares their destiny and that charity, a transforming force, must heal the structural causes of poverty.
A Vincentian View: The Wisdom of God
Can a day go by when we are not driven to wonder, “Why did God let this happen?”
Union of All God’s Sons and Daughters
The body of Jesus is the temple that human hands did not build. It is the cause and the sign of the union of all God’s sons and daughters. Today’s gospel says that the temple that Jesus speaks of is his body. And this is a hint that he puts an end to division and...
Apostolic Exhortation “Dilexit te”: Reflection on Chapter III
Chapter III of “Dilexi te” describes the Church as a servant of the poor, inheriting a history of compassion that heals, liberates, and educates. From the earliest Christians to the present day, charity is revealed as a sign of the Kingdom: touching the suffering flesh of Christ in the marginalized and making faith a concrete and transformative act of love.
Keep the Fire Burning to Be Pilgrims of Hope: Reflection #2
This month we reflect on the origins and growth of the Vincentian Family. Since 1995, when Fr. Maloney invited the four historical branches to meet annually, a new chapter began. Today, 180 branches serve in 167 countries, united by the charism of St. Vincent de Paul. We celebrate our achievements, collaboration, and ongoing formation, while renewing our call to serve with hope and commitment.
Sounding Through (Lk 10:17-24)
I remember preaching a Sunday homily and having a number of people come up to me after to say how much they liked it. I recall going back to my Community house and at dinner letting everyone know how well my sermon was received and the applause it got.