Reflections

Flying Geese, Fighter Pilots and Ministry

by John Freund, CM | July 7, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change | 2 Comments

The next time you watch a flock of geese, pause for a moment — think about what they can teach us about ministry in general and, especially, “long-haul” ministries of systemic change.

Choose the One Who Chooses Us First

by Ross Dizon | July 6, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Jesus leads and completes the mission of those he sees fit to choose on his own initiative. They, in turn, keep their eyes on him; he shows them to be like him and do as he. It is Jesus who takes the initiative to choose his apostles, missionaries or those he sends. ...

Vincentian Prayer Images: What Moved Saint Vincent? I

by John Freund, CM | July 6, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Luke 4:18 – “He has sent me to… bring good news to the poor.”

Seeking Wisdom Through Common Ground

by Mary Frances Jaster | July 5, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 4 Comments

In 1993, my husband Bill and I set out on a new journey and, together with the Vincentian priests and brothers, birthed the Colorado Vincentian Volunteers (which is now part of MISEVI).

A Vincentian View: Thoughts on the Cross

by Pat Griffin, CM | Apr 13, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

The cross stands at the center of our reflection in these days. Lent summoned us to follow Jesus to the Jerusalem that...

Is anybody listening?

by John Freund, CM | Apr 13, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

Listening is more than waiting for a chance to respond or rebut the other.

Lenten Video Series, Day 36: Encounter

by The Miraculous Medal Shrine | Apr 12, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

Nick Tonnesen discusses his encounters with the homeless and how the sacrifices made to work for others provide the most fulfilling experiences.

Daughters of Charity Mission: Virgin of the Miraculous Medal, Mexico-Belize

by Sister Elizabeth Sánchez, D.C., | Dec 15, 2017 | Formation, Reflections

Sister Elizabeth Sánchez, D.C., (Province of Mexico) has been living in St. Louis, Missouri, with the Daughters of the Province of St. Louise, USA, while learning English. She shares about her current mission in Belize, Central America. On October 24, 2013, the...

God With Us

by Maura Martin, CVV 10 | Dec 14, 2017 | Formation, Reflections

An Advent reflection, I can do that. It will be beautiful; all starlight and inspiration. I clear my plans for the evening, no record keeping, grading or lesson planning, no dishes or laundry. Inspiration needs quiet and time and putting the ‘to do’ list to the side....

Nimble in Advent

by Tom McKenna, CM | Dec 13, 2017 | Formation, Reflections

Nimble in Advent (Is. 64; I Cor 1:3; Mk. 13:33) There’s a term I’ve heard used lately in business circles that’s practically become a buzz word. And that’s “nimble.” It refers to the quickness with which a given company can react to changes happening in the world...

Between First Aid and Systemic Change

by John Freund, CM | Dec 13, 2017 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change

I was personally stopped cold by this post in America Magazine A 12-step Advent examen on what it means ‘to be parish’. It hit me as expressing something between the cracks of first aid and systemic change.

Testimony that Is at once Humble and Courageous

by Ross Dizon | Dec 12, 2017 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus, the incarnate Word, is the light that enlightens everyone. Christians prove themselves through the humble and courageous testimony they give in his behalf. This time, we have a portrait of John the Baptist giving a deposition in a court trial. That is because...

Icon of Charity: With Light in the Eyes • A Video from Fr. Tomaz Mavrič, CM

by Javier F. Chento | Dec 12, 2017 | Formation, Reflections

This is the third video of the new "400 year series," with the participation of Father Tomaž Mavrič, CM and inspired by Fr. Luigi Mezzadri. Icon of Charity: With light in the eyes. The third video of the current series of reflections presents the triptych with the...

God Pitching His Tent Among Us

by Fr. Binoy Puthusery, C.M. | Dec 10, 2017 | Formation, Reflections

Prophet Ezekiel and Isaiah prophesied the coming of Messiah with the beautiful image of the good shepherd. “For thus says the Lord God; I myself will search for my sheep, and will seek them out…I will rescue them from all the places to which they have been scattered...

Each Person Has A Story

by Dee Mansi | Dec 10, 2017 | Formation, Reflections

“Each person has a story” so said my friend A. C. When I was asked to write a piece about the Vincentian charism in action, I was still trying to decide what to do when I went to Mass at Sacred Heart Parish, Mill Hill, London, UK. “A” is known to me as an AIC member,...