Each year I select a theme that gives direction to one/some of the programs that I organize at St. John’s University.
Reflections
Perfect as Our Father in Heaven
Jesus, who is in the bosom of the Father and knows him up close, shows us the divine face. He wants us to be perfect...
Connecting Dots: Lent, Valentine’s Day, and Systemic Change
At first glance, it may seem like quite a stretch to connect Ash Wednesday, Valentine’s Day, and Systemic Change. But hear me out. Actually, it is not that hard.
Alive by God’s Love in Christ Jesus
Jesus is the last and surest proof that God loves us. Because of this love, God is not the God of the dead, but of the living; all are alive for him. The Sadducees deny that there is a resurrection or that the dead can be alive again because of it. So, with their...
Vincentian Prayer Images: Doing What Is Reasonable
Vincentian Prayer Images: Do I realize my limits … or am I heading for burnout?
Liquid Modernity and the Vincentian Commitment
In order to be a Vincentian, it is necessary to clothe oneself in some specific attitudes: making oneself available, service on behalf of those in need, etc.
CVV 25th Anniversary Celebration and Tribute to Fr. Tom Nelson, CM
From September 27-29, Colorado Vincentian Volunteers (CVV), which is part of MISEVI – USA, celebrated our 25th anniversary.
Can You Believe What Pope Francis Said About Saints?
Can You Believe What Pope Francis Said About Saints? You can if you believe what Jesus said!
A Vincentian View: Pouring Out One’s Life
For someone who suffered as much as Paul, one must notice with what peace he looks toward the future.
The Synod as an Emmaus Journey!
Seeing beyond each personal experience! Isn’t that what the Synod is about? We hear the Spirit and recognize the inadequacies of our individual understandings regarding the the needs of peoople in other parts of the world.
Call to Repentance and Salvation
The Son of Man has come to seek out and save sinners. We can answer him because he is the first to call us to repentance and salvation. Zacchaeus badly wants to see who Jesus is. Never mind that he is short. Wouldn’t it be sad if those who call out to say Jesus is...
Vincentian Prayer Images: Common Sense Or Indiscreet Zeal
Can I recognize when I used common sense and when I was indiscreet?
