Reflections

Mother Deafness Is Real!

by John Freund, CM | May 13, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

Most mothers already know instinctively when “mother deafness” manifests itself in their teenagers. It is one of the most confusing and stressful periods of mothering.

Raising Awareness of the Sin of Racism

by Sandy Figueroa | May 12, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

In an attempt to raise awareness of the sin of racism, the congregation of the Sisters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul of New York have presented conferences, webinars, and other educational resources.

A Vincentian View: Acts of the Apostles

by Pat Griffin, CM | May 11, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

One of the great blessings of the Easter Season is the way in which the church directs our attention to the Acts of the Apostles in both the weekday and the Sunday readings.

Mayday! Mayday! – Pope Francis and Vincentian Voices

by John Freund, CM | May 11, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Mayday! Mayday! It’s the call that no airplane pilot or ship’s captain ever wants to make. Why? Because it means trouble. Big trouble!

Systemic Change Commission Advent Reflection, Charity and Justice

by .famvin | Dec 4, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

In preparation for Christmas the Systemic Change Commission invites you to a weekly offering of Advent Reflections. Charity and Justice.

A Time For Thanks

by .famvin | Dec 2, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

At this special time of the year when our thoughts turn to giving thanks, it is appropriate to reflect on the many reasons Vincentians have to be grateful.

Gratitude for Blessings in Disguise?

by John Freund, CM | Dec 2, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

There is a story about an old Chinese farmer who lived in ancient times. He was the envy of his rather small village because unlike most of the other farmers, he possessed a horse.