Reflections
If Nuns Ruled the World…
by John Freund, CM | August 27, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family | 1 Comment
A self-described agnostic, Jo Piazza, writes… “I may not believe in God, but I do believe in nuns.”
In This Together (Joshua 24; John 6)
by Tom McKenna, CM | August 25, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
Our believing is not solitary. The quality of one person’s faith spills over into the religious convictions of all the others.
Why Did Jesus Ask So Many Questions?
by John Freund, CM | August 25, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change | 2 Comments
Jesus’ communication style focused on two things: He told great stories and asked great questions!
Fresh Start in Life for Us Men and Women
by Ross Dizon | August 24, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
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Vincentian Prayer Images: One of the Great Saints of History XXXIII
by John Freund, CM | May 17, 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.
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Mother Deafness Is Real!
by John Freund, CM | May 13, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Most mothers already know instinctively when “mother deafness” manifests itself in their teenagers. It is one of the most confusing and stressful periods of mothering.
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Raising Awareness of the Sin of Racism
by Sandy Figueroa | May 12, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
In an attempt to raise awareness of the sin of racism, the congregation of the Sisters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul of New York have presented conferences, webinars, and other educational resources.
Young Adults, Social Justice and the Church
by London, Ontario, Canada Vincentian youth | Mar 10, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Our youth group understands the importance of direct service to our community and advocacy or promotion of "social change." We recognize that charity only helps a small few and only for short periods of time. We recognize the government can make the necessary...
Reflection: Folleville and Châtillon: Origin of the Terms Mission and Charity
by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 9, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Seventh presentation in a series of reflections by Fr. Rolando Gutiérrez, CM, Vice-Province of Costa Rica.
A Canadian View: Homelessness, Part One
by Jim Paddon | Mar 8, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
I could not let Father Freund’s article of December 30, 2017 regarding homelessness pass without adding my perspective. I agree with Father Freund about how many of us have likely stopped to drop some change in the hand of a homeless person on the street. I have done...
A Vincentian View: The Power of Gentleness
by Pat Griffin, CM | Mar 7, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Vincentian View: “The Power of Gentleness” Do you remember Aesop’s fable about the contest between the sun and the wind? They were arguing about who was stronger. They saw a man walking along the road and agreed that whoever could get the coat off his back was...
The Foundation Story for Vincentian Systemic Change
by John Freund, CM | Mar 7, 2018 | Reflections, Systemic change
The story of the sermon at Châtillon is not only the foundation story of the Ladies of Charity, it is the foundation for what we call today systemic change.
Believe in the Crucified Jesus, by Loving as He Does
by Ross Dizon | Mar 6, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus crucified reveals the love to the end that God has for us. To believe in him, then, is to reveal the same unfathomable love. Moses lifted up the bronze serpent in the desert. By looking at it, those whom the serpent had bitten recovered. In...
The Simplicity of a Dove
by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 4, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Some of the meaning behind St. Vincent’s saying “Jesus, the Lord, expects us to have the simplicity of a dove.”
Love and Compassion
by Nicole Bejany | Mar 4, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
I recently read a quote that struck me, “Love is choosing to serve someone and be with someone in spite of there [imperfections]. ” My time at Epiphany has been both challenging and rewarding; each day I am reminded of the power and beauty of love and compassion. The...
Vincent Read the Signs of His Times – Do we?
by John Freund, CM | Mar 3, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
What are the events in our lives that open our eyes to spiritual poverty? What are the events that bring us face to face with physical sufferings we tend to be blind to?