Reflections

Vincentian Prayer Images: One of the Great Saints of History XVII

by John Freund, CM | January 25, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

“…make up your mind to unite spiritual assistance to the corporal service you render.”

Pope Francis – Mothers Hold Things Together!

by John Freund, CM | January 21, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

We hope that everything will be all right and then, like a bolt from the blue, an unexpected problem arises. Our expectations clash painfully with reality.

Quick Quiz On Homelessness (Most Will Flunk)

by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | January 20, 2022 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections | 0 Comments

Everything you thought you knew about the homeless population is wrong, at least if your source is the one most people cite- the media or your own personal experience.

A Vincentian View: The Synod and the Spirit

by Pat Griffin, CM | January 19, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

Whenever I have taught the Epistles of Paul or instructed lectors on these texts, I emphasize that one must read these letters as if they were addressed to oneself and to a Christian community gathered to hear them.

Vincentian Prayer Images: “The Colors of Charity” • 12

by Famvin Media Resources | Aug 23, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

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.

A Blessed Who Wore Blue Jeans and Nike?

by John Freund, CM | Aug 19, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

In many ways, he was very much like his peers. But in a most important way, he was different: He had a tremendous love for the Eucharist, His passion was Jesus Christ.

A Vincentian View: Being Vincent de Paul

by Pat Griffin, CM | Aug 17, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

“Being Vincent de Paul” can prompt our reflection. The intent, however, should not be to compare ourselves to him but to allow our love for the poor to be inspired by his witness.

Marks of Jesus in Those He Is Sending

by Ross Dizon | Jul 2, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus tells us to go on our way. He sends us like lambs among wolves, proclaiming that the kingdom of God is at hand and bearing his marks. Mission marks the followers of Jesus. He sends the Twelve (Lk 9, 1-6), but also seventy-two others. So, Jesus...

Sanctity and Unity in Diversity

by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Jul 1, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul

At the same time that we achieve “unity in diversity,” another unfoldment automatically takes place: the search for holiness.

“Be Still” & CVV Digital Story

by Mary Frances Jaster, CVV | Jul 1, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

Two stories from Colorado Vincentian Volunteers: “Be Still” by Mary Adamand a digital story by Maggie Loughran.

When Life Gets In the Way of Prayer

by John Freund, CM | Jun 28, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

Contemplation can be cultivated in many ways that don’t require a monastic, solitary, silent approach. St. Vincent shows us to pray in a different and more concrete way.