Compassion literally means “to suffer together.”
Reflections
Rejoice in the Lord, for He is Near
Jesus is near. He will rule the world and all peoples with justice. Hence, those who wait for him, and seek his...
Vincentian Prayer Images: One of the Great Saints of History X
Vincent was convinced that the poor exist because society is badly organized and the wealth badly distributed.
Racial Bias in Media: The Case of Hurricane Matthew
As many have noted, it took a while for the news media, especially in the USA and Europe, to note the devastation of the recent Hurricane in the Caribbean, and especially its effect in Haiti. Conscious and unconscious bias are at work. Vincentians need to see this and...
Justice for the Poor and Defenseless
Jesus guarantees absolutely that God will secure justice for his chosen ones who cry out to him with steadfast faith. We know from Jesus’ example and teaching that God’s chosen ones are the poor. Christ, the Anointed with the Spirit, makes clear that his mission is...
Notice the Invisible Christ – Where is God?
Notice the Invisible Christ - Where is God? - Vincentians Have Confidence in God Vincentian Day of Prayer and Fast Notice the Invisible Christ “Did I offer peace today? Did I bring a smile to someone’s face? Did I say words of healing? Did I let go of my anger and...
God Who is Rich in Mercy
The second encyclical of Pope John Paul II was Dives in Misericordia (The Mercy of God, November 30, 1980). In this encyclical he speaks elaborately on God’s mercy, as revealed in the Bible. This is a reflection in the light of this encyclical. The core of divine...
Louise de Marillac: Meeting the Needs of Migrants and Refugees
My very dear Sister. I was sure that the goodness of your heart would cause you and, I believe, all our dear sisters who are far away to be disturbed because you are afraid that we are suffering greatly. Let us praise God, my dear Sisters, that to this point we have...
Adamson Students “Leave a Mark”: A Passionate Ambassador
What does it take for a person to leave a mark to this generation? Does one need to be wise, skillful, or popular? It is very easy to say to leave a mark, yet not all are able to. I personally believe that in order to make a change to this generation, one needs to...
Adamson Students “Leave a Mark”: I Come into This World to Leave Charity
Everyone leaves a mark in this world in one way or another. It is only natural for people—considering that we are feeling and thinking creatures—to affect our surroundings, let alone to influence each other. Whether we like it or not, every single one of us is bound...
Adamson Students “Leave a Mark”: To Do Something with Soul, Creativity, or Love
M E R A K I to do something with soul, creativity, or love; when you leave a piece of yourself in your work. There are over a million words in the English language. Some have been borrowed from another language, adapting the style and the context upon usage in daily...
Adamson Students “Leave a Mark”: In the Eyes of St. Vincent de Paul
It is still vividly written in my mind. I saw a man holding a cup in his hand one afternoon as I was traversing my path home after a long, tiring day. His eyes were sullen. His skin was marked with bruises. His clothes were tattered. He extended his empty cup at...
