Reflections

A Parable of the Bike

by John Freund, CM | February 23, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

The author’s reflections did not refer to pleasant bike rides in the safety of a park. He speaks of the hostility and risks faced by bike riders on busy city streets or highways.

The Collaborative Instinct

by Tom McKenna, CM | February 21, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 3 Comments

There have been times in both the history of the Jewish people and in our own Church when there was a wide dividing line between the clergy and the rest of the believing people.

Lourdes and the Common Extremism of the Saints

by John Freund, CM | February 21, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

In theory, and to some degree by nature, I tend to resist extremist views whether liberal or conservative. I still remember my mother stressing “der goldener mittleweg” – the golden middle way.

Miracles, Prodigious Signs of the Messiah

by Ross Dizon | February 20, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Jesus preaches the Good News to the poor and works miracles for those who are sick and hurting. He is the Messiah Israel waits for. Miracles, wonderful deeds, spectacular events, both attract and frighten most of us humans. So, it does not come as a surprise that...

Contemplation: Guideposts on the Journey – SSVP USA, a Weekly Reflection

by Tim Williams | Mar 5, 2024 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul

This post originally appeared on ssvpusa.org To boast about our accomplishments in works of charity brings to...

Lift up the Son of Man on the Cross

by Ross Dizon | Mar 5, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

Those in power lift up Jesus on the wood of the cross. In letting them do so, he proves true his word that God so...

Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 46

by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 5, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.

The Early Church Had No “Office of Evangelization”

by John Freund, CM | Nov 24, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus did not establish the church as an institution with a slick “Public Relations” plan. His followers were attracted by his message.

A Vincentian View: Thinking about Thanks

by Pat Griffin, CM | Nov 22, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

When we think about the celebration of Thanksgiving, one scriptural passage readily emerges from our Gospel readings.

Brother Especially to the Outcasts

by Ross Dizon | Nov 22, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Shepherd and King, Jesus leads us and saves us. He is a brother to all, especially to those who are poor. He wants us to be brothers and sisters to all as he is. Our Leader and Savior is not ashamed to call us brothers and sisters. This, of course, means that he is...

Will You Be Traveling For the Holidays?

by John Freund, CM | Nov 22, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

For many of my years, “Home for the Holidays” was in the back of most people’s minds come Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 31

by Famvin Media Resources | Nov 21, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.

Six Virtues to Grow as a Vincentian • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent

by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | Nov 18, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

"All Christians are bound to practice these virtues, Sisters, but Daughters of Charity are obliged to practice them in a special way. 'But, Monsieur, you’ll say to me, don’t we have to practice all the other virtues?' Yes, you do, but you have to practice these three...

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