Reflections

Contemplation: Happy Travelers – SSVP USA, a Weekly Reflection

by Tim Williams | April 9, 2024 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments

This post originally appeared on ssvpusa.org Our Vincentian formation, we are taught, is a lifelong process of becoming. Like all of God’s people, our lives are not simply a series of events, but a journey – a spiritual journey towards perfection in union with our...

Catch the Good News of Jesus Christ

by Ross Dizon | April 9, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

The one who has risen is the same Jesus of Nazareth that the disciples have known, loved and followed on the roads of Galilee. To be his witness means to see to it that other folks catch the Good News. Those who make up a group can easily catch each other’s fears or...

Firewood for the Soul: Communication

by Samantha Hill | April 8, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.

Surrounded by Angels

by Don Fulford | April 7, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Her story is so remarkable, much like those of many of our members. Their hearts are big, full of faith, and always full of hope.

Doing the Dishes

by John Freund, CM | May 3, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

“Everybody wants a revolution, but nobody wants to do the dishes.”

What It Means to Pray Without Ceasing According to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

by Danielle Bean | May 2, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

God doesn’t want a casual relationship. He wants us to turn to him in everything we do. As St. Elizabeth Ann Seton says: “He wants us to lift our hearts to him. Always.”

Speaking to God Through Scripture with Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton

by Kathleen N. Hattrup | May 1, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton found in Sacred Scripture a path to God. Her life embodied what the Second Vatican Council called the “force and power in the word of God” that becomes the “support and energy of the Church.”

A Vincentian View: A Cry in the Silence

by Pat Griffin, CM | Dec 20, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Of all the songs associated with the Christmas season, is there any more widely known or sung than “Silent Night”?

Why Am I a Vincentian Priest?

by John Freund, CM | Dec 20, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

I see… and read… many posts asking “Why I Am (Not) a Catholic.” I also hear of former Vocation Directors saying that this time must be a tough time for Vocation Directors.

Favors, Blessings, Graces from God

by Ross Dizon | Dec 19, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus, the one anointed with the Holy Spirit and sent by the Father, brings the Good News to the poor. He proclaims the era of favors from heaven. The angel Gabriel comes to Mary. As he greets her, he does not say the name of the virgin betrothed to Joseph. Rather,...

Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 35

by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 19, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.

A Vincentian Way to be Christ’s Disciple and Missionary

by Mary Frances Jaster | Dec 18, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Ever wonder what it was like to be a missionary? Read this informational brochure from MISEVI International!

Firewood for the Soul: Christmas, Time for Joy

by Samantha Hill | Dec 18, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.

Affective and Effective Work (Love) • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent

by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | Dec 16, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

"There are among you some Sisters who really love God, who experience great sweetness in prayer, great pleasure in all their spiritual exercises, great consolation in frequenting the sacraments, and experience no inner conflict, because of their love of God, who...