Reflections
Vincentian Prayer Images: Living in the Presence of God
by John Freund, CM | January 12, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton reminds us to live in the presence of God.
To Love Another Person is to See the Face of God (Part III)
by .famvin | January 11, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
In my previous two posts I had used the words for the musical production of Les Miserables to show how Vincent de Paul, Louise de Marillac, Frederic Ozanam and Pope Francis were convinced of the reality that in loving our neighbor, we came to encounter the face of God. (Part III)
Virtual Service Immersion Reflection #IamVincent
by Chloe Brougham | January 9, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
This December, I had the pleasure of going on the first round of virtual service immersions. For four days I zoomed into St. Louis, Missouri to learn about anti-racism through the Vincentian charism.
The Pope Video • At the Service of Human Fraternity
by .famvin | January 9, 2021 | Church, Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: At the Service of Human Fraternity.
A Canadian View: Inter-Generational Trauma, Poverty & Racism, Part One
by Jim Paddon | Nov 18, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
I would like to examine the relationship between trauma, poverty and (systemic) racism over my next three articles. Part One discusses trauma.
Homeless Persons and “Listening”
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Nov 18, 2021 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
We all know Pope Francis is advocating for “listening church.” How might listening apply in our efforts with the homeless community?
Acting Out (Mark 12:38-44)
by Tom McKenna, CM | Nov 17, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
When you hear that someone is “acting out” it usually isn’t heard as a compliment.
Humble before God because Truth Demands It
by Ross Dizon | Aug 23, 2016 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus is the definitive divine word that teaches us to be humble. He is also the perfect response of humility to the divine word. Jesus goes to dine at the home of one of the leading Pharisees. Since the Pharisees love places of honor at banquets, one can suppose...
Your Sins are Forgiven
by Lynn L'Heureux | Aug 22, 2016 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
"Your Sins are forgiven" – The Largest Room! – St. Anthony's Bread – Christian Ways Vincentian Day of Prayer and Fast, Repost from June 2013 “Your Sins are forgiven.” (Luke 36:49) These words of Jesus are so beautiful in our lives. We are forgiven no matter what we...
Rehabilitation with Love
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Aug 21, 2016 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Lay Missionaries
“In this life, we cannot always do great things, but we can do small things with great love.” - Mother Theresa VLM’s moto is to “do one thing, do something.” Ethiopia has previously been stereotyped as a country that has had many problems. Although there may be some...
Vincent Could Tell a Good Story
by John Freund, CM | Aug 20, 2016 | Formation, Reflections
J. Patrick Murphy, CM writes of Mr. Vincent that he had a feisty temper, was a good mimic, could tell a good story, and was charming to women. He proposes the following Lesson "Know your gifts, strengths and limits - then leverage them." On March 28, 1659, a year and...
Meanness, Jealousy, Racism: A Bad Mix @GabrielleDoug
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Aug 18, 2016 | Formation, Reflections
The Olympics should be a joyful event. But when jealousy, racism, bullying and meanness get together, it's a bad mix. Her hair, her patriotism -- all objects of criticism. Instead of celebrating with this wonderful young woman, parts of the world -- especially the...
Past and Present, Living Through One Another
by Tom McKenna, CM | Aug 17, 2016 | Formation, Reflections
Past and Present, Living Through One Another (I John 4:7-16) At a Eucharist honoring the deceased members of the Vincentian Family, I picked up on a verse from the first reading (1 John 4:9). It starts out with the question, “How was God’s love shown to us?” It...
Prayer and Action: A Systemic Change Reflection
by James Claffey | Aug 17, 2016 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
Prayer and Action go together for Vincentians. There cannot be one without the other. “I have been driven many times upon my knees by the overwhelming conviction that I had nowhere else to go. My own wisdom and that of all about me seemed insufficient…” Abraham...
Salvation for Jews and for Gentiles of Every Language
by Ross Dizon | Aug 16, 2016 | Formation, Reflections
Through the tender mercy of God, Jesus visits us to guide our feet into the way of salvation. Someone asks Jesus, “Will only a few be saved?” The question suggests that the one who asks is worried about salvation. It is possible, however, that he is self-righteous. ...
Mary, Faithful Follower of Jesus
by Javier F. Chento | Aug 15, 2016 | Formation, Reflections
The Gospel-writers present the Virgin with features that can enliven our devotion to Mary, Jesus’ Mother. This vision helps us to love her, meditate on her, imitate her, pray to her and trust in her with a new and evangelical spirit. Mary is the great believer. The...