Reflections

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

by John Freund, CM | February 15, 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.

Could Teleportation Aid Bible Reading?

by John Freund, CM | February 11, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

I sometimes wish I could be teleported back to the days of the early church and experience Jesus as they did.

A Poverty of Empathy

by Pam Matambanadzo | February 10, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 3 Comments

For years now I have fully appreciated the thought behind celebrating Black History Month. At least that was until I saw…

One More (Luke 5:1-11)

by Tom McKenna, CM | February 9, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 4 Comments

I can imagine Peter’s consternation when Jesus challenges him to head out one more time. Likely shaking his head, Peter nonetheless gives his “ok, one more!”

The Pope Video • For the Abolition of the Death Penalty

by .famvin | Sep 29, 2022 | Church, Formation, Reflections

“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: For the Abolition of the Death Penalty.

A Vincentian View: Kindred Spirits

by Pat Griffin, CM | Sep 28, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

Whom would Vincent consider as close to his heart in thinking and serving?

Are You a Genius? You Might Be Surprised!

by John Freund, CM | Sep 28, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

Who are the great geniuses of history? There are certainly many who shaped the daily lives of people of their time … and well beyond.

VLM/VMC Impact: “I Come in Peace and Will Leave in Peace”

by Bella Davila | Apr 4, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

I was sure that I was not coming to Chepnyal to cause harm in anyway, therefore the promise of coming in peace and leaving in peace appeared easy.

A Vincentian View: The Love of a Father

by Pat Griffin, CM | Apr 3, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

An analysis of each of the persons in the story would reward our study, but let me single out the way the father responds to his younger son’s return.

Dignity and Responsibility of Women

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

The new that God is doing springs forth now in Jesus. Those with chauvinist mentality do not see this newness that acknowledges the dignity and responsibility of women (Benedict XVI). Joseph finds out that Mary is carrying in her womb a child that is not his. But...