When breaking into any new territory, organizations send out what is known as an advance team.
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by Tom McKenna, CM | October 20, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 4 Comments
Most of us know the image backing the word “scandalize;” i.e., somebody tripping over a stone in the road.
by John Freund, CM | October 20, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change | 1 Comment
You all know what a scrapbook is. It is not about throwing away scraps. It is about keeping memories alive.
by Ross Dizon | October 19, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
by John Freund, CM | October 19, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Evangelization cannot be limited to announcing the word but must be done through deeds.
by Tom McKenna, CM | Jun 29, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
When breaking into any new territory, organizations send out what is known as an advance team.
by John Freund, CM | Jun 29, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Hopefully, you are blessed to have some wise people in your life!
by Ross Dizon | Jun 28, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
God’s Anointed and Sent One is here. And with him comes great harvest. That is why there is need for not a few...
by Jim Paddon | Jul 19, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
The social justice representatives of the Vincentian Family of Canada and the United States is a collaborative effort by 10 member organizations. Our meetings include discussions on various social justice issues common to both Canada and the United States as well as...
by Tom McKenna, CM | Jul 18, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Up on Your Feet! (Ez 2:2 Mark 6:1-6) If you were to paint a picture of the prophet Ezekiel as he first appears in the Bible, you might have him sitting back in a recliner, at peace with himself and confident that the way he saw his world was the way the world truly...
by John Freund, CM | Jul 18, 2018 | Formation, Justice and Peace, Reflections, Systemic change
Pope Francis has a knack for making startling statements that catch people’s attention.
by Ross Dizon | Jul 17, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus is the shepherd that God has raised up in these last days. He responds to the needs of those who are like sheep without a shepherd. Are we that responsible? The rulers of the people are not responsible. So, they are condemned by the one who has appointed them...
by .famvin | Jul 15, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
“…with the good Lord, you have to both speak and listen.” – St. Catherine Labouré
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Jul 15, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
If civic dialogue about the needs of the poor and marginalized is going to move forward, Virtues can point the way.
by John Freund, CM | Jul 13, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Is sending the elevator back down enough? Thoughts on accompaniment.
by Humberto Camarena, CVV 14 | Jul 12, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Everyone has a story that will break your heart. And, if you’re really paying attention, most people have a story that will bring you to your knees.
by Jim Paddon | Jul 12, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
What is a guaranteed basic income? How does it work and how can it help those living in poverty? The concept of providing a guaranteed basic income to all who qualify is an idea that has been around for some time but is a topic that is currently enjoying a higher...