Reflections

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

by John Freund, CM | May 3, 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.

Collaboration to Respond to the Crisis in Ukraine

by Fr. Stephen Monaghan, CM | May 2, 2022 | Conflict in Ukraine, Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

Here is a little example of how the Vincentian Family has worked together in a collaborative way to respond to the crisis in Ukraine.

An Undervalued Gift

by John Freund, CM | April 29, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Let me share an image of myself as an immature child at Christmas with an undervalued gift.

When is $500 per month more than $3,000?

by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | April 28, 2022 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections | 1 Comment

Cynthia Griffith, writing for Invisible People, backed up this “new math.”

Where Do “Thanks” Go After Thanksgiving Day?

by John Freund, CM | Nov 30, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

For most, but not for everyone, Thanksgiving is a day with lots of good things to eat, parades and football games to watch, family traditions to be celebrated.

An Advent Journey With St. Elizabeth Ann Seton | Introduction

by Emily Stimpson Chapman | Nov 29, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

Over the next four weeks, the National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton will reflect on Mother Seton’s lifelong journey of Advent. Introduction.

Prepare the Way of the Lord Jesus

by Ross Dizon | Nov 29, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus is the King who comes to rule the earth with justice. We all have to repent and prepare for his coming. To...

Speaking of the Elephant in the Room…

by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Mar 12, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections

A reflection about the elephant in the room of our discussions of the Corona crisis….how the 500,000 homeless in our midst will be affected…

Lenten Video Series: Day 13, Ice Sculpture

by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Mar 11, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

This Lent, we offer to you the 2020 Lenten Video Series created by the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal. Day 13: Ice Sculpture.

Something More (Mt 5:17-37; I Cor 2:6)

by Tom McKenna, CM | Mar 11, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

Under modern-day pressures to bring the Good News to the poor, may the Vincentian Family continue to rely on that Something More.

Working For the Credibility of the Gospel During Lent

by John Freund, CM | Mar 11, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change

Saint John Paul II said to Vincentians in 1986 “ …search out more than ever, with boldness, humility, and skill, the causes of poverty and encourage short and long-term solutions; adaptable and effective concrete solutions. By doing so, you will work for the...

Lenten Video Series: Day 12, Road to Damascus

by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Mar 10, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

This Lent, we offer to you the 2020 Lenten Video Series created by the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal. Day 12: Road to Damascus.

Heed Everything that Jesus Tells Us

by Ross Dizon | Mar 10, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus speaks with us and tells us everything. He fills those who, hungry and thirsty for a full life, heed everything that he tells them. The Samaritan woman does not expect Jesus to ask her for a drink or heed her words. But Jesus does both. For he does not look down...

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