Reflections

A Vincentian View: All Are Welcome

by Pat Griffin, CM | May 25, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 2 Comments

In the middle of the Acts of the Apostles (c. 15), we find one of the first issues of exclusion in the young Christian community.

Wait for Jesus Christ to Come Back

by Ross Dizon | May 25, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Jesus, who came to the world from the Father, now leaves the world to go back to the Father. True Christians cannot but wait for him to come back and take them with him. In Mt 28,16-20, Jesus gives to the eleven apostles the task to make disciples of all nations. He...

Politics – Did you know…?

by John Freund, CM | May 25, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Last week Pennsylvania held primary elections. I take voting seriously! I am also curious. So I decided to ask Google and Alexa what people have said about politics. I found myself on a website that offered a section with literally hundreds of politically-themed...

Vincentian Prayer Images: One of the Great Saints of History XXXIV

by John Freund, CM | May 24, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

One of the reasons for Saint Vincent de Paul to be considered a key figure in the history of the holiness of the Church is his style of living his vocation. Each week we will present an example.

The Pope Video • For volunteer not-for-profit organizations

by .famvin | Dec 10, 2022 | Church, Formation, Reflections

“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: For volunteer not-for-profit organizations.

Your Mission As God’s Storyteller

by John Freund, CM | Dec 9, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

Some have a natural gift for telling stories. Few of us think of ourselves as gifted storytellers.

The Pope Video • Liberation from Addictions

by .famvin | Apr 4, 2020 | Church, Formation, Reflections

“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: Liberation from Addictions.

Lenten Video Series: Day 33, Tiny Voice

by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Apr 3, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

This Lent, we offer to you the 2020 Lenten Video Series created by the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal. Day 33: Tiny Voice.

Lenten Video Series: Day 32, Special People

by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Apr 2, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

This Lent, we offer to you the 2020 Lenten Video Series created by the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal. Day 32: Special People.

Sheltering In Place When You Don’t Have a Home?

by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Apr 2, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections

In this time of “sheltering in place” two health care workers share their concerns for people who have no place to shelter in.

Lenten Video Series: Day 31, Forgive Me

by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Apr 1, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

This Lent, we offer to you the 2020 Lenten Video Series created by the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal. Day 31: Forgive Me.

A Vincentian View: Pope Francis’ Urbi et Orbi

by Pat Griffin, CM | Apr 1, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

Did you have a chance to see Pope Francis’ “Urbi et Orbi” blessing on March 27? Faith and prayer held the center in this simple yet dramatic event.

There has got to be a better system!

by John Freund, CM | Apr 1, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change

We must think of the bigger picture beyond and own immediate needs and even beyond first aid measures as important as they are.

Lenten Video Series: Day 30, A Second Chance

by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Mar 31, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

This Lent, we offer to you the 2020 Lenten Video Series created by the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal. Day 30: A Second Chance.

True to His Mission until Death

by Ross Dizon | Mar 31, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus is the one whom God has sent to bring the Good News to the poor. He endures the cross to stay true to his mission. And he wants us to be like him. Jesus enters Jerusalem to the cheers of the crowds. They hail him “the Son of David.” They welcome him as the true...

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