Reflections
Fishers of Men and Women, Sinners All
by Ross Dizon | February 1, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
Vincentian Prayer Images: One of the Great Saints of History XVIII
by John Freund, CM | February 1, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
The originality of Saint Vincent’s version of Christianity is one of the reasons that he is one of the great saints in history.
Claiming the Gift of Vincent’s Charism
by John Freund, CM | January 28, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Vincent was also a genius in organizing and networking. His passion for the poor expressed itself through an empowering humility that invited others to share their gifts.
Taking In (Nehemiah 8; I Corinthians 12; Luke 4: 18-21)
by Tom McKenna, CM | January 26, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
“Taking in the news.” It can refer to events both good and bad, taking in the news of a baby’s birth, for instance, or at the other end, receiving word of a loved one’s passing.
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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.
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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.
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Vincentian Prayer Images: “The Colors of Charity” • 16
by Famvin Media Resources | Sep 20, 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.
A Voice From Ireland, UK & Europe: God Has No Country!
by Dee Mansi | Mar 10, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
I keep this mantra ‘God has no country’ close to mind when I question international decisions on border blunders and migration.
Sisters of Charity Federation Lenten Video Reflections
by Sisters of Charity Federation | Mar 9, 2019 | Formation, News, Reflections
The Sisters of Charity Federation is hosting a series of online video reflections during Lent, beginning Sunday, March 10.
The Pope Video • Recognition of the Right of Christian Communities
by .famvin | Mar 9, 2019 | Church, Formation, Reflections
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: Recognition of the Right of Christian Communities
Changing the Clocks of Our Lives
by John Freund, CM | Mar 8, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
This year the changing of our time clocks coincides with the beginning of Lent. is an opportunity to step back and look at the vocational choices we have already made – marital, religious, or priestly.
A Vincentian View: What’s in a Name?
by Pat Griffin, CM | Mar 6, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
Growing up, those not familiar with my family would frequently confuse our names. I confess to some annoyance when someone got my name wrong.
Questions Leading to “Metanoia” or Changing our Way of Thinking
by John Freund, CM | Mar 6, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
One of the big challenges many of us face is not only to think beyond ourselves. We also need to change the way we think about how we serve the needs of our sisters and brothers.
Temptations that We Have to Overcome
by Ross Dizon | Mar 5, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
The Son of God is also a son of Adam. So, he goes through the temptations that we humans face. And he shows us how to overcome them, so we may be true to ourselves and our mission. Jesus’ temptations are essentially the same as those of Adam and the Israelites...
Daily Prayer Podcast: The God Minute
by .famvin | Mar 5, 2019 | Formation, Reflections
The God Minute is a short, reflective morning prayer based on the Divine Office that includes a psalm, a short reading and a reflection.
Creativity in the Conferences
by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Mar 4, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
One of the greatest challenges for the Vincentian Conferences of the Society is to prevent routine and monotony from invading the activity of the group.