Pope Francis just keeps on going… well beyond what most consider normal for a man of his age and physical conditions.
Reflections
Whatever Became of Sin… and Compassion?
by John Freund, CM | December 8, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change | 2 Comments
Compassion literally means “to suffer together.”
Rejoice in the Lord, for He is Near
by Ross Reyes Dizon | December 7, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
Vincentian Prayer Images: One of the Great Saints of History X
by John Freund, CM | December 7, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Vincent was convinced that the poor exist because society is badly organized and the wealth badly distributed.
Called to Evangelize and To Be Evangelized
by Mary Pimmel-Freeman, Director of Vincentian Mission Corps | December 6, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Attention to the realities of present-day society, especially to the factors that cause an unequal distribution of the world’s goods, so that we can better carry out our prophetic task of evangelization.
Money That Is Not Deemed Righteous
by Ross Reyes Dizon | Sep 13, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus teaches us to worship the Father in Spirit and truth. He also warns us that we cannot serve God and money....
Vincentian Prayer Images: “The Colors of Charity” • 15
by Famvin Media Resources | Sep 13, 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.
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...
The Face of Forgiveness
by Tom McKenna, CM | May 23, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
The Face of Forgiveness (Psalm 4) In perhaps an awkward way of putting it, one of the psalms has us asking a favor from a face – the face of God. “Lord let your face shine upon us” and a little later, “Let the light of Your face shine upon us.” (Ps. 4). The phenomenon...
Trinity: God Who Is Father, Son, and Holy Spirit
by Ross Reyes Dizon | May 23, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus reveals God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Looking out for others’ interests, we also reveal the Most Holy Trinity. No one has ever seen God. But his Son reveals him. Jesus does not use the word Trinity, of course, nor does any New Testament writer. No,...
Connecting in a “Selfie” world
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | May 22, 2018 | Reflections, Social, Social Media
They were all there waiting for me,” the Pope said. “When I arrived, they made noise, as young people do. I went to greet them and only a few gave their hand. The majority were with their cellphones (saying), ‘photo, photo, photo. Selfie!’
COVIVO Blind Cafe Reflections #3
by Colorado Vincentian Volunteers | May 19, 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.
Forgotten Truths about Confirmation and St. Vincent
by John Freund, CM | May 18, 2018 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
Have you forgotten the names of the seven gifts of the Holy Spirit… and some truths about how St. Vincent lived then in mission? Let’s look at the prayer “Come Holy Spirit in that light.”
COVIVO Blind Cafe Reflections #2
by Colorado Vincentian Volunteers | May 17, 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 Vincentian View: In-Between Times
by Pat Griffin, CM | May 16, 2018 | Formation, Reflections
Vincentian View: In-Between Times We sometimes refer to that period which is sandwiched between two events as an “in-between” time. The occurrences which flank this interval often provide its character and purpose. The unifying force of the interlude draws the two...