Have you ever watched time-lapse photography of the amazing process of a flower blooming or a moth becoming a butterfly?
Reflections
Lies, Darkness and Polarizations
by Ross Dizon | February 22, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Vincentian Prayer Images: One of the Great Saints of History XXI
by John Freund, CM | February 22, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
One of the reasons for Saint Vincent de Paul to be considered a key figure in the history of the holiness of the Church is his style of living his vocation. Each week we will present an example.
The Saints Inspire us to Overcome Systemic Injustice
by Jaime L. Waters | February 19, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
Jesus very clearly calls out injustice, and we must do the same.
Who Is Pope Francis Listening To?
by John Freund, CM | February 18, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 3 Comments
One of the great games in the press, both secular and religious, is wondering who Pope Francis listens to on matters of pastoral care for the entire Church.
Thanks to God through Jesus Christ
by Ross Dizon | Oct 4, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus it is who teaches us by word and by deed to give to God the right thanks that we owe him for the gifts we freely...
Vincentian Prayer Images: “The Colors of Charity” • 18
by Famvin Media Resources | Oct 4, 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.
Reacting to New Ways of Thinking
by John Freund, CM | May 1, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
I don’t think I ever really appreciated how much of a radical change in thinking observant Jews were asked to make regarding their deeply held identity and beliefs. The Acts of the Apostles reveal the struggles to understand and accept a new way of thinking and living. It did not happen all at once.
How Good it is to Help!
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Apr 29, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Helping the poor is good for the one who helps, pleases God, fills us with blessings, fulfills the evangelical mission in a high degree of mercy…
Recognizing Jesus in the Breaking of Bread … Today
by John Freund, CM | Apr 26, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
Perhaps for the first time, I asked myself why did the breaking of the bread open their eyes more than seeing and listening to Jesus along the road.
A Canadian View: Reconciliation (Part 2)
by Jim Paddon | Apr 25, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
Part two of how reconciliation was used as the foundation of the Truth and Reconciliation (TRC) commission.
The Experience of the Risen Christ in the Galilee of the Poor
by Alexande Nahass Franco, CM | Apr 24, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
To return to Galilee, the place of the pre-Easter follow-up, means to take up the story of Jesus, converting it into a new start and a new sense of life.
Achievement to Implementation
by Tom McKenna, CM | Apr 24, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
Certain stories might well be styled “echoing” because they reverberate with the inner story a person tells about herself.
Emmaus – Beginning a Systemic Change Process
by John Freund, CM | Apr 24, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
As we read the Acts of the Apostles in this Easter season we see how it took time for the good news of the resurrection to sink in. Each Easter season I am amazed at what I learn about myself and ministry in their struggles.
Go forth in Peace with Faith and Courage
by Ross Dizon | Apr 23, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
The risen Jesus is with us always. He gives us his peace and strengthens our faith, so that we may go forth to share the Good News.
Vincentian Volunteers
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Apr 22, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Vincentians act as volunteers in favor of families in need, and institute charitable organizations that serve children, young people, the sick and elderly.