Reflections

The “Broccoli Approach” to Synodality

by John Freund, CM | February 4, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 2 Comments

We probably should thank Alka-Seltzer for a phrase used by most mothers. (It seems they all went to the same “Mommy School”)

A Canadian View: A Culture of Encounter

by Jim Paddon | February 3, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

While we pride ourselves as Vincentians, on our efforts of charity and justice, how often do we really hear what those we serve are telling us?

A Vincentian View: The Prophet

by Pat Griffin, CM | February 2, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

This scripture reminds us of our responsibility to honor the prophets among us.

Fishers of Men and Women, Sinners All

by Ross Dizon | February 1, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

Jesus is the leading fisher of men and women. Those he calls are also, though sinners, to be fishers of other sinners. Jesus tells Simon, “Put out into deep water and lower your nets for a catch.” And Simon answers, “Teacher, we have worked hard all night and have...

Homelessness – Our Heritage and Challenge

by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Sep 22, 2022 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections

As we approach the feast of St. Vincent de Paul we can draw strength and be challenged by all that St. Vincent did. Many may not believe that one man could do all that Vincent did!

Acceptance — And Ingenuity (Luke 16:1-13)

by Tom McKenna, CM | Sep 21, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

Scripture Scholars tell us that the meaning behind the word “parable” is curve, as in throwing a curve.

Do You Prefer Courtrooms or Banquet Halls?

by John Freund, CM | Sep 21, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

If I asked you, I suspect most, without having any further details, would say they would rather be in a banquet setting than a court of law.

What Vincentians Can Learn from St. Joseph’s Dreams

by John Freund, CM | Mar 22, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

“Grant all of us the ability to dream because when we dream great things, good things, we draw near to God’s dream, what God dreams about us.”

A Canadian View: Charity, Social Justice and the Vincentian – Part Two

by Jim Paddon | Mar 21, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

If we can develop some methods to attract new members from within our parish, it can only benefit our effort to be a strong and effective social justice voice.

A Vincentian View: Blood Sisters and Brothers

by Pat Griffin, CM | Mar 20, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

As a Vincentian Family, we know the close ties that we have with those who are poor among us. A DNA test might reveal that it is not just a matter of the spirit but also of the blood.