Reflections

Vincentian Prayer Images: “The Colors of Charity” • 4

by Famvin Media Resources | June 28, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

This series is a visual memory of the art exhibition “The Colors of Charity,” which was on exhibit from 15 December 2017 to 25 February 2018 at the Collegio Alberoni of Piacenza.

Saint John the Baptist, Mother Seton, and the Meaning of Birthdays

by Tom Hoopes | June 24, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

June 24 is the Nativity of St. John the Baptist, coming exactly half a year from Christmas. Everyone loves a birthday, but St. Elizabeth Ann Seton intuitively saw something the Catholic Church also uniquely sees: birthdays have a deep and powerful meaning.

Don’t You Understand?

by John Freund, CM | June 24, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

I never gave much thought to what is involved when I hear or ask the question, “Don’t you understand?”

A Vincentian View: The Body of Christ

by Pat Griffin, CM | June 22, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 2 Comments

On occasion, some college campuses run a program called “The Last Lecture.” We have done it a few times at St. John’s.

The Ecstasy of the Saints: Mother Seton and Saint Vincent of Saragossa

by Lisa Lickona | Jan 22, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

When faced with suffering, St. Vincent of Saragossa and Mother Seton responded by letting themselves be loved. They gave everything over to the One who loves us, who wants us unconditionally.

Saying Goodbye To My “Big Sister”

by John Freund, CM | Jan 20, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

We are all on a journey and our journeys have a pattern and overlap more than we realize. We are all on a journey to a “final frontier.”

A Vincentian View: Ordinary Time

by Pat Griffin, CM | Jan 18, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Our liturgical year has again arrived at its longest season. After the preparation of Advent draws us into the joyful celebration of Christmas, we move to “ordinary time” until Lent leads us into the Easter Season and Pentecost.

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.

From “There to Here” – Vincentians act on their dreams!

by Dee Mansi | Mar 8, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

“There” was with Saints Vincent and Louise. “Here” in Kitale, the social workers and support staff collaborate with Sr Winnie’s strategic plan

Lenten Video Series: Day 10, Someone Who Cares

by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Mar 7, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

This Lent, we offer to you the 2020 Lenten Video Series created by the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal. Day 10: Someone Who Cares.

The Pope Video • Catholics in China

by .famvin | Mar 7, 2020 | Church, Formation, Reflections

“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: Catholics in China.

Lenten Video Series: Day 9, Conversion

by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Mar 6, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

This Lent, we offer to you the 2020 Lenten Video Series created by the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal. Day 9: Conversion.

Can March Madness Teach Us Something About Lent?

by John Freund, CM | Mar 6, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

What lessons can we learn from March Madness? What is the goal of Lent – giving things up or waking up?