Jesus is clear-headedness in person. He brings to light the vanity, the emptiness, of the life of those who love and...
Reflections
Vincentian Prayer Images: “The Colors of Charity” • 8
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.
Discovering the True Simplicity of Sainthood with St. Mary Magdalene and Mother Seton
In the lives of these two saints – one so modern, the other so ancient – the Church reminds us of what it means to be a saint: staying close to Christ.
The Synod as an Emmaus Journey!
My hope is that all the participants of the Youth Synod will experience their own version of the Emmaus journey – looking at things they thought they knew… but seeing them in a new light. Now that would be the beginning of a profound systemic change!
A Vincentian View: The Listening of God
Vincentian View: “The Listening of God” Last time that I had the opportunity to write something, I took the opportunity to reflect on our need to listen. In this past week, I have had my mind turned to thinking about God’s listening to us. I do not...
Count Those Who Are Nothing in the Eyes of the World
Jesus is a stronghold for the oppressed. He wants us to shield the helpless. And he commands us to count those who are nothing in the eyes of the world. One can suppose that women and children do not count in Herod’s world. For he had no qualms about ordering the...
eBook: St. Vincent de Paul and the “New Poor”
It seems to be difficult for society to see and recognize those men and women who are poor. To read more, download the eBook “St. Vincent de Paul and the ‘New Poor'” which is available in various formats.
This Is NOT an Appeal for Funds – Just Prayer
This is not an appeal for funds – just prayer! Seriously!
A Canadian View: Vincent and Frederic
As we are now into September, as a member of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul and the larger Vincentian family, there are two very important days this month. For many Canadians and our American friends who live in northern states, I think September gives us a...
Sent Out
“Sent Out” (Isaiah 61:1-2) There was a documentary on TV about the Renaissance, that period of awakening in the history of Europe when a fresh energy flooded into the culture and triggered off a whole new view of the world. The reason for it, as the show presented,...
Thank You Vincent – You Changed Your World… and Our World
After reading this post I suspect you too will say… Thank you, Vincent, for being such an amazing change agent in your time and even our times.
Wholeness and Unity of the Body of Christ
Jesus gives spiritual gifts to us who gather in his name. He expects us to keep the wholeness and unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. Right after Adam and Eve have given in to the serpent’s temptation, their personal wholeness starts to erode. For they no...
