Reflections

Do What The Son Of God Did • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent

by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | September 30, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

"To be true Daughters of Charity you must do what the Son of God did when He was on earth. And what did He do mainly? [...] He worked constantly for His neighbor, visiting and healing the sick and instructing the ignorant for their salvation. How fortunate you are,...

Four Methods of Prayer for Vincentians

by Famvin Media Resources | September 29, 2023 | Formation, Reflections, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice | 2 Comments

Slide presentation based on the article “Mental Prayer: Yesterday and Today – Some Reflections on the Vincentian Tradition” by Father Robert P. Maloney, C.M.

Revisiting – Are You an Original or a Photocopy?

by John Freund, CM | September 29, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Before we tackle that question … who framed that question?

A Vincentian View: Be Vincentian, Be a Listener

by Pat Griffin, CM | September 27, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 2 Comments

Each year at St. John’s University we celebrate Founder’s Week from September 20-27.

From Deep Within (Romans 8:26-7)

by Tom McKenna, CM | Aug 9, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

There’s a way of looking at our religion as a series of truths to be acknowledged and then followed out.

Praying the Our Father With New Ears

by John Freund, CM | Aug 9, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Many years ago, I had the privilege of visiting the Vatican Museum of Modern Art with an accomplished artist. I thought I knew it well.

Win With the Victorious Over the World

by Ross Dizon | Aug 8, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus has overcome the world. That is why those who put their faith and trust in him cannot but win in the face of trials, woes, doubts.

A Canadian View: A Spring Renewal

by Jim Paddon | May 4, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Another spring is upon us with all of its hopes for renewal, whether in our faiths, nature, sports, politics, or family.

Inside The Fold (John 10:1-10)

by Tom McKenna, CM | May 3, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Preparing for this Sunday, which is often called Good Shepherd Sunday, I came across a description of the things a shepherd in Jesus’ time would do to care for his — or her — sheep.

What is the largest conversation in the world?

by John Freund, CM | May 3, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Does the Guinness Book of Records have an award for the largest and longest conversation in the world? If it did, it would probably single out Pope Francis as the most significant discussion leader ever.

Splendor of Christ on the Cross

by Ross Dizon | May 2, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Hanging on the cross, Jesus is clothed with the splendor of self-emptying love. He thus is the source of blessings. Jesus was deeply troubled as he told his disciples that one of them would betray him. This and the thought that he would soon suffer and die must have...

Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 2

by Famvin Media Resources | May 2, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

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

Renewal for Our Call to Misison

by MISEVI International | May 1, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

On Saturday, April 15, 2023, MISEVI in Latin America joined together with German Sanchez, newly elected leader of FAVILA, to hear inspirational thoughts concerning the call to be lay missionaries.

Wise Stewards of the Earth and of the Poor

by Fr. Binoy Puthusery, C.M. | May 1, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Pope Francis began his first Encyclical by stating “LAUDATO SI’, mi’ Sinore” - “Praise be to you, my Lord.” This was taken from the Canticle of St. Francis Assisi, in which he compared the world as a common home, where the Mother Earth sustains and governs us with...