Reflections

Clear and Expressed Preference for the Apostolate among the Poor

by Marta Marin, Misevi Colombia | August 2, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

We, the members of Misevi Colombia, are people of different ways of being.

Is the Our Father a Radical Prayer?

by John Freund, CM | July 30, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family | 0 Comments

Jesus was a radical who was fully committed to doing God’s will. He showed us how radical he was when laid down his life for us. As he hung on the cross he said “Father, forgive them. They know not what they are doing.” Certainly the words of a radical!

Poverty Eradication an Elusive Goal, a Human Tragedy

by Mary Ann Dantuono | July 29, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 1 Comment

Global extreme poverty (<$1.90 USD per day) rose in 2020 adding an additional 119 million. By 2021 that number is expected to rise to 143 million.

“Come Apart For A While …” (Mk. 6:30)

by Tom McKenna, CM | July 28, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

There’s a scene in chapter 6 of Mark’s gospel which has special appeal to anyone who has ever been caught up in an over-busy, fast paced life.

Live and Die as Jesus Christ Did

by Ross Dizon | Apr 12, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

The risen Jesus is at God’s right hand and intercedes for us. His love enables us to live and die as he did. There...

Vincentian Prayer Images: One of the Great Saints of History XXVIII

by John Freund, CM | Apr 12, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

One of the reasons for Saint Vincent de Paul to be considered a key figure in the history of the holiness of the Church is his style of living his vocation. Each week we will present an example.

Lenten Video Series, Day 35: Have Your Way

by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Apr 11, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

Hardships and unwanted sacrifices will not cease, but you will learn how to overcome them.

From Awed Followers to Courageous Missioners – Getting Practical

by John Freund, CM | May 9, 2018 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change

On Pentecost, they received the gift of God’s Spirit and they realized they had a mission to accomplish. Pentecost changed them… but not fully. As we have seen in the readings of the Acts of the Apostles they still had a lot to learn about their mission.

Descend to the Earth First to Ascend into Heaven

by Ross Dizon | May 8, 2018 | Formation, Reflections

Christ ascends into heaven, which means he deigned to descend to the earth to bring the Good News to the poor. If we imitate him, we will ascend into heaven also. The apostles look intently at Jesus as he leaves. But a question cuts short their contemplation, “Why...

COVIVO Blind Cafe Reflections #1

by Colorado Vincentian Volunteers | May 5, 2018 | Formation, Reflections

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.

The Pope Video • The Mission of the Laity

by Elizabeth Astridge | May 5, 2018 | Church, Formation, Reflections

This month, the Pope asks us to pray that the lay faithful may fulfil their specific mission, by responding with creativity to the challenges that face the world today. Pope Francis - May 2018 Lay people are on the...

Video: Reflection on St. Louise de Marillac and Friendship

by Famvin Media Resources | May 4, 2018 | Formation, Reflections

An interesting reflection on St. Louise and Friendship, told by Sr. Louise Sullivan, D.C.

Louise and Vincent – Remembering a Forgotten Truth About Their Collaboration

by John Freund, CM | May 4, 2018 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family

As we approach the celebration of the feast of St. Louise perhaps we can rediscover a forgotten truth about the collaboration between Louise and Vincent.

VLM/VMC Impact: Generation by Generation

by Loramarie Muratore | May 3, 2018 | Formation, Reflections

We will be sharing a series of reflections made by Vincentian Lay Missionaries and Vincentian Mission Corps participants about their experience serving, how it has impacted their lives and how they continue to live the Vincentian Charism today. I was first...

A Vincentian View: The Smell

by Pat Griffin, CM | May 2, 2018 | Formation, Reflections

Vincentian View: “The Smell” All of us have heard the by-now famous statement of Pope Francis at a Chrism Mass where he told the gathered priests “Be shepherds with the smell of the sheep.” To render “smell” as “scent” compromises the intent. The earthy...