The cross stands at the center of our reflection in these days. Lent summoned us to follow Jesus to the Jerusalem that...
Reflections
Is anybody listening?
Listening is more than waiting for a chance to respond or rebut the other.
Lenten Video Series, Day 36: Encounter
Nick Tonnesen discusses his encounters with the homeless and how the sacrifices made to work for others provide the most fulfilling experiences.
Changing Systems One Story at a Time
Jesus knew the power of stories. And he changed so many lives. Do you really want to change things? Tell a story!
Fools on Account of Jesus Christ Crucified
Jesus crucified is the divine foolishness that is wiser than human wisdom. He expects his followers to be fools like him in order to be wise. Jesus comes home. But his own folks do not accept him in the way that the crowd at the door do. That is because he...
Social Innovation to Help Refugees
Catholic social innovation tends to repurpose existing resources and draw on existing relationships to address issues such as the refugee crisis,
The Many Ways of Holding the Body of Christ
Do we have the courage to hold the body of Christ presented to us?
Just Art • Then I Came by Boat
This year, continuing their Just Art program and noting that 40% of people experiencing homelessness in Victoria are under 25 years of age, “Vinnies Victoria” is putting the spotlight on youth poverty.
A Vincentian View: Thoughts on a Wedding
This past weekend, I once again had the opportunity to celebrate the sacrament of matrimony with a young couple. The experience remains foremost in my thinking in these days. I have found that my wedding homilies flow in a certain manner depending on the...
Corpus Christi – Got the Picture … Get the Message?
Corpus Christi – You got the picture but did you get the message?
Fulfillment of Jesus Christ to the End
Jesus brings fulfillment to the law and the prophets. Accordingly, he gives to the Passover meal its full meaning. To take part in the Eucharist is to share in the fullness of Christ. Jesus and his disciples are pilgrims in Jerusalem. And they celebrate there the...
COVIVO Blind Cafe Reflections #4
Colorado Vincentian Volunteers had the pleasure of hosting The Blind Café Experience for about 70 of our incredible #CVVAlum and current volunteers. It was a powerful evening of dinner in the dark, rich conversation, an active music listening experience, and of course, lots of companionship.
