Reflections

Trinity – Problem To Be Solved Or Mystery to be Lived

For me, it has been a journey from thinking of the Trinity as a puzzle to be solved to realizing the Trinity is a model for my life.

Addressing the Homelessness of College Students

Partnering with St. John’s University in Queens, the Dax Program is designed to assist homeless and housing insecure college students by providing housing, supportive services, and financial assistance for food, transportation, and academic expenses. 

A Vincentian View: The Life Within

Mary knew Joseph.  As we are attentive to her, we learn about the one who stood beside her for much of her life. 

Are We Ministerial “Rip Van Winkles”?

For over twenty years we have been living in the very early stages of a “digital revolution.” We are just now beginning to realize how this digital revolution is impacting every facet of our lives.

A Vincentian View: Creation

A Vincentian View: Creation

A Vincentian View: Creation In the past week, several events have been in the news which come together in my thinking around the theme of creation. The first is the announcement by scientists that they have discovered potentially habitable earth-like planets within a...

Name that Is above Every Other Name

Name that Is above Every Other Name

Christ is the reason why his followers bear the name of Christians.  They are other Christs, then, anointed to announce repentance and the kingdom of God. Jesus assures those who gather in his name and pray together that they will receive what they ask.  And it will...

Celebrate the Kingdom

Celebrate the Kingdom

I Am a Sinner – Celebrate the Kingdom – God’s Plan for Us... Such are the topics for Lynn L'Heureux's weekly reflection Dear Vincentian Brothers and Sisters. Pray always for Peace and remember to also pray for your enemy. God will heal their hearts and change their...

Radical Vincentian Hospitality

Radical Vincentian Hospitality

My friend Kerry Alys Robinson writes in an America Magazine article entitled "Why Catholics are called to radical hospitality in these political times," Today, in the midst of acrimonious national disagreement, in the face of heightened anxiety especially for...