In preparation for Christmas the Systemic Change Commission invites you to a weekly offering of Advent Reflections. Charity and Justice.
Reflections
A Time For Thanks
At this special time of the year when our thoughts turn to giving thanks, it is appropriate to reflect on the many reasons Vincentians have to be grateful.
Gratitude for Blessings in Disguise?
There is a story about an old Chinese farmer who lived in ancient times. He was the envy of his rather small village because unlike most of the other farmers, he possessed a horse.
A Canadian View: Safe, Secure and Affordable Housing is a Human Right – Part One
The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, Canada has embarked on a 3-year campaign under the theme of “SAFE, SECURE AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING IS A HUMAN RIGHT.”
A Vincentian View: Building Up the Other
Serving at a Catholic and Vincentian University offers me many opportunities to affirm and support our young sisters and brothers. Let us lift up our young, our future.
Pope Francis Writes for Famvin!
Take a few minutes to read Pope Francis’ brief reflection for the Third World Day of the Poor.
Overcome through Him Who Loves Us
Christ Jesus fully reveals the love of God. And since no one and nothing at all can separate us from this love, we more than overcome. Does not the reality or possibility of natural disasters and social unrests frighten us? Do we, then, not wonder if we could save our...
Vincentian Prayer Images: Louise on “Foot-Washing Disciples”
Jesus asked the disciples at the Last supper… “Do you understand what I have done?”.
Vincentians, True Christian Missionaries
Jesus models the manner in which missionaries should put aside their own needs and desires in order to proclaim the Kingdom.
Vincentian Values Today – Have You Caught The Charism?
VIVAT! The Latin term expresses a hope on the part of the speaker that another should live. How meaningful that this heartfelt word is also the acronym for Vincentian Values Today!
The Pope Video • Dialogue and Reconciliation in the Middle East
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: Dialogue and Reconciliation in the Middle East.
Why Did Pope Francis Make 10 Startling Statements?
Pope Francis has a knack for making startling statements that catch people’s attention.
