At Guadalupe, our Blessed Mother’s personal relationship with the people of Mexico changed the world. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton discovered the same truth in her own life. When you remember that Jesus and Mary are your family, then truly, anything is possible.
Reflections
Do You Do the Dishes?
by John Freund, CM | May 18, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Calls for social change are quickly politicized …therefore quickly colored red or blue, rarely purple. I wonder how St. Vincent would be colored?
Upset, Dismay, Annoy, Distress
by Ross Dizon | May 17, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
Vincentian Prayer Images: One of the Great Saints of History XXXIII
by John Freund, CM | May 17, 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.
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.
Systemic Change Commission Advent Reflection, Catholic Social Teaching
by .famvin | Dec 11, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
In preparation for Christmas the Systemic Change Commission invites you to a weekly offering of Advent Reflections. Catholic Social Teaching.
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.
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...
Vincentian Prayer Images: Vincent Did Something About Homelessness
by John Freund, CM | Mar 10, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Vincent faced a problem of homelessness in his day. It is amazing what he did! This is our heritage!
Lenten Video Series: Day 11, Emmaus Walk
by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Mar 9, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
This Lent, we offer to you the 2020 Lenten Video Series created by the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal. Day 11: Emmaus Walk.
Solidarity Across the Centuries – New Series!
by .famvin | Mar 9, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
A new series that explores and develops the themes that Father Barquin highlights in his extensive work, Vincentian Elements in Evangelii Gaudium.