Reflections
Discovering the True Simplicity of Sainthood with St. Mary Magdalene and Mother Seton
by Anna O'Neil | July 22, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
In the lives of these two saints – one so modern, the other so ancient – the Church reminds us of what it means to be a saint: staying close to Christ.
Do You Have Memories of Your Grandparents?
by John Freund, CM | July 22, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
My personal relationship with my grandparents is complicated. I never knew either my father’s or mother’s parents. Yet I know more about my great grandparents than just about anyone reading these words.
A Vincentian View: The Better Part
by Pat Griffin, CM | July 20, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
One of Vincent’s instructions to the Daughters of Charity involved the decision on what to do when the obligation for prayer and the obligation for service collided.
Are Catholic Families Mirrors of God’s Love?
by John Freund, CM | July 20, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
I have had a life-long interest in the family as an image of the sacramental marriages as “Mirrors of God’s Love” or the “church in miniature.”
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Higher (Matthew 5:38-48)
by Tom McKenna, CM | Feb 8, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
There’s a phrase from the sports world, “setting a high bar.” It means raising the height of the jump just beyond the mark the athlete think he can clear.
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Are You a “Quiet Influencer”?
by John Freund, CM | Feb 8, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
One of the buzzwords among internet literati is “social media influencer.” That’s “digital speak” for someone who has an impact on what others think, say, and do.
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Fulfill with All Our Heart What God Wants
by Ross Dizon | Feb 7, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus is the most blessed of those who are blessed since they fulfill what God wants. And he is the way that leads to...
Letter of Tomaž Mavrič to the Congregation of the Mission, on COVID-19 Pandemic
by Tomaž Mavrič, CM | Apr 5, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
This pandemic has touched the lives, hearts, and minds of most of humanity. We are invited and called to see the present reality also through Jesus’s eyes and heart
Lenten Video Series: Day 34, Discipleship
by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Apr 4, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
This Lent, we offer to you the 2020 Lenten Video Series created by the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal. Day 34: Discipleship.
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.