Reflections

Lourdes and the Common Extremism of the Saints

In theory, and to some degree by nature, I tend to resist extremist views whether liberal or conservative. I still remember my mother stressing “der goldener mittleweg” – the golden middle way.

Miracles, Prodigious Signs of the Messiah

Jesus preaches the Good News to the poor and works miracles for those who are sick and hurting.  He is the Messiah Israel waits for.  Miracles, wonderful deeds, spectacular events, both attract and frighten most of us humans. So, it does not come as a surprise that...

Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 44

Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.

Firewood for the Soul: On the sidelines

A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.

Lift up the Son of Man on the Cross

Slaves in the Same Way as Jesus

Jesus takes the form a slave and becomes like us.  We who seek to follow him are to become lowly slaves in the same way that he is.   For us who try to be and live as Jesus, to be first means to be slaves (Mk 10, 43-45). And today’s gospel teaches the same lesson. ...

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