In preparation for Christmas the Systemic Change Commission invites you to a weekly offering of Advent Reflections. Charity and Justice.
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!
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.
Vincentian Prayer Images: The Front Lines and the Plague
by John Freund, CM | Mar 31, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
We salute all those who risk their lives on the front lines in our hospitals and clinics!
Lenten Video Series: Day 29, The Wind
by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Mar 30, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
This Lent, we offer to you the 2020 Lenten Video Series created by the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal. Day 29: The Wind.
The Pope Video • #PrayForTheWorld
by .famvin | Mar 29, 2020 | Church, Formation, Reflections
In a special edition of “The Pope Video,“ the Holy Father asks us to pray for the sick and the suffering…
Lenten Video Series: Day 28, A Mother’s Example
by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Mar 28, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
This Lent, we offer to you the 2020 Lenten Video Series created by the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal. Day 28: A Mother’s Example.
Creating Happiness in Social Isolation
by Shijo Kanjirathamkunnel, C.M. | Mar 28, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Can people be happy when they are in social isolation? Of course, they can.
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton and the Quarantine
by Heather King | Mar 28, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton underwent her own harrowing quarantine with her dying husband far from home.
Lenten Video Series: Day 27, A Soldier
by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Mar 27, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
This Lent, we offer to you the 2020 Lenten Video Series created by the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal. Day 27: A Soldier.
St. Vincent Responds to a Bishop During a Plague
by John Freund, CM | Mar 27, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
How did Vincent respond to a Bishop who asked for his advice in time of a plague?
Lenten Video Series: Day 26, Voice of Grace
by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Mar 26, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
This Lent, we offer to you the 2020 Lenten Video Series created by the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal. Day 26: Voice of Grace