Reflections
The Courage to See Ourselves As God Sees Us?
by John Freund, CM | October 1, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Contemplation was something I had difficulty relating to. That is until the time I first came across the Jesuit Walter Burghardt’s description.
Nepal water project a success
by Addie Woods | September 30, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Sister Aisha Kavalakattu is featured in a short documentary by Father Roy Sebastian, SJ, about the Koshi Dekha water project in Nepal.
A Vincentian View: Joseph and Psalm 127 – Building and Sleeping
by Pat Griffin, CM | September 29, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
The idea of building a house attracts me when I think of Joseph.
Dead Horse Theory
by John Freund, CM | September 29, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change | 2 Comments
The tribal wisdom of the American Indians says that when you discover that you are riding a dead horse, the best strategy is to dismount.
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Vincentian Prayer Images: “The Colors of Charity” • 2
by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 14, 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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A Master Class – The Gift of Jesus’ Spirit
by John Freund, CM | Jun 10, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Some time ago I wrote of my experience with a master teacher. The subject was something I thought I knew. In fact, it was a subject I first “mastered“ when I was about 6 or 7.
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A Vincentian View: A Vincentian Heart
by Pat Griffin, CM | Jun 8, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Each year, St. John’s University organizes a program around the Vincentian Chair of Social Justice (VCSJ).
A Vincentian View: Thoughts on a Wedding
by Pat Griffin, CM | May 30, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
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?
by John Freund, CM | May 30, 2018 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
Corpus Christi – You got the picture but did you get the message?
Fulfillment of Jesus Christ to the End
by Ross Dizon | May 29, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
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
by Colorado Vincentian Volunteers | May 26, 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.
A Memorial Day Remembrance with One Who Came Home
by John Freund, CM | May 26, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
I know this is a Veteran’s Day story rather than a Memorial Day story. I know Memorial Day is for those who made the ultimate sacrifice. I know that Veterans Day is for all those who served and came home. But I can’t hold it in until next Veterans Day. So I will...
Reflect On What Mary Has To Say To Us and To Our Church
by Famvin Media Resources | May 25, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Sr. Regina Bechtle, S.C. reflects on Mary of the Wedding at Cana, and as part of the community of disciples after the Resurrection, intertwining themes of the month of May: Mary’s month, Mother’s Day, and Pentecost.
I Once Dreaded Preaching on Trinity Sunday
by John Freund, CM | May 25, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
I used to dread preaching on Trinity Sunday. Now I look forward to it.
Living a Life That’s Conscious… and Compassionate
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | May 24, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Living a conscious life is not enough. This smacks of an overly individualistic and psychologized approach to Christianity (and Vincentian spirituality) that ends in narcissism of popularized and minimized Buddhism.
A Canadian View: Migrant Workers in Canada
by Jim Paddon | May 24, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
In Canada we use a fair number of migrant workers in the agricultural field. The federal government offers a temporary seasonal worker program for this need. Many of these workers come from Mexico and other central America countries, as well as Jamaica. While in...