Reflections
Transforming lives at Sister Visitor
by Spalding Hurst | October 7, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Sister of Charity of Nazareth Paris Slapikas, who took the helm of Catholic Charities of Louisville’s Sister Visitor Center June 1, aims to work with the center’s staff to transform the lives of those they serve.
The Big Hearted (Micah 6:6-8; Rev 14:13; Lk 8:4-15)
by Tom McKenna, CM | October 6, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 5 Comments
This homily was preached at a recent anniversary Mass for Fr. Joseph Daly, C.M. — a Vincentian priest beloved of many,
How Christ-like Do You Think You Are?
by John Freund, CM | October 6, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change | 0 Comments
When St. Paul asks us to “put on the mind of Christ” he has much more in mind than mouthing Jesus’ words.
Obsess about Having Money and Security
by Ross Dizon | October 5, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
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Strong Resolve to Walk with Jesus
by Ross Dizon | Jun 21, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus is strong in his resolve to go to Jerusalem to live his Paschal Mystery. To be his disciple means to walk with...
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Vincentian Prayer Images: “The Colors of Charity” • 3
by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 21, 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.
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“Caller Unknown”… the Body of Christ
by John Freund, CM | Jun 17, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
If you own a mobile phone, it is safe to say you have gotten your share of “unknown caller” notifications.
The Secret Sauce of Systemic Change
by John Freund, CM | Jun 20, 2018 | Formation, News, Reflections, Systemic change
The best way to help the poor is to respect them, to stand before them as an equal, without any masks, privilege, without any authority other than love and respect. And love will help you persevere in spite of the disappointments and the failures and the lack of honesty that we have to deal with almost every day.
John Is the Name of the Son of Zechariah and Elizabeth
by Ross Dizon | Jun 19, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus Christ is divine mercy in person. It is fitting, then, that his Forerunner has John (“God has shown favor”) for a name. Fitting, too, that Scripture accounts about John instruct us. Neighbors and relatives are going to name Elizabeth’s son after her husband. ...
Señora Laura: A Vincentian Story
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Jun 16, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
From a Digital Storytelling class at DePaul University called “Vincentian Storytelling.” This particular Vincentian story was chosen as “Most Vincentian.”
There Must Be a Path Here…
by John Freund, CM | Jun 15, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Are there any events that in retrospect changed your life? Have there been times when you realized how much good came out of something that seemed so bad at the time?
The Gift of Community: A Letter to a Future Volunteer
by Erin Casey-DaCosta, CVV 16 | Jun 14, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Savor the good times, and yes, even the challenging times. Community is absolutely incredible, and so much more than a simple definition could ever capture.
A Canadian View: Poverty and Human Dignity
by Jim Paddon | Jun 14, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
The first Principle of Catholic Social Teaching is the Principle of Human Dignity which states that Every human being is created in the image of God and redeemed by Jesus Christ, and therefore is invaluable and worthy of respect as a member of the human family. The...
A Vincentian View: Family Gatherings
by Pat Griffin, CM | Jun 13, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
In the past two weeks, I have been to two important family events. One, a wedding in Milwaukee, enabled me to be surrounded by my brothers and sisters and their spouses for a few days. It was wonderful to be together and talk about our parents and their children. I...
Sowers of the Seed of the Kingdom of God
by Ross Dizon | Jun 12, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus is the Sower of the seed of the kingdom of God. This Teacher wants his disciples to imitate him and be sowers who put their trust in God and are persevering. Our own failures and opposition from people can easily discourage us and make us tire of doing good. ...
The Pope Video • Social Networks
by Elizabeth Astridge | Jun 9, 2018 | Church, Formation, Reflections
This month, the Pope asks us to pray that social networks may work towards that inclusiveness which respects others for their differences. Pope Francis - June 2018 The Internet is a gift of God, but it is also a...