I was recently reviewing the Ten principles of Catholic Social Teachings article by Fr. Robert P Maloney, CM as I researched information about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Reflections
A Vincentian View: “Caring for the Little Ones”
In the Gospels, Jesus mentions the “little ones” on several occasions. He says that they need to be treated with respect (Mt 18:10).
Changing Our Clocks
Changing Clocks! It is an annual ritual in many parts of the world. I suspect most of us sleep through it.
Not Only Giving Alms to the Poor • A Weekly Reflection with Ozanam
Almsgiving alone, alms that are not accompanied by words and love, is a humiliation for the one who receives it. Do we need to remember that man does not live by bread alone, that the Savior himself does not only ask to be clothed and fed in the person of the poor,...
Ways of Looking at the Church – Pope Francis
How do you look at the Church today? That’s a question we must ask ourselves.
Children And The Kingdom (Matthew 19:14)
Jesus’ frequent mention of children can shed light on the nature of this Kingdom He speaks about, the Kingdom of his dear Father.
Biblical Gotchas and Coverups
They were comfortable… until they were told a story. Then they learned an uncomfortable truth. The person in the story out there hid in their own heart.
Mysteries of Joy, Light, Sorrow, Glory
Jesus is the greatest mystery of all the mysteries God makes known to those who are like children and hides from the wise and the learned. Jesus’ predictions of his passion, death and resurrection are “mysteries,” so to speak, to them. That is to say, they do not...
Firewood for the Soul: Two Copper Coins
A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.
The Character of Vincentian Leaders • A Weekly Reflection with Ozanam
In a Society that grows, and whose main purpose is to work for the renewal of faith and charity among men, in which all variety of ages, customs and human opinions must meet, the presidency needs many qualities, a special merit, and a man difficult to find if God does...
That’s it! I Can’t Take It Anymore!
Our lives have become pressure cookers. We can’t take it anymore!
Some react with more violence. Others curl up in a fetal position trying to protect themselves.
What it Means to See Beyond Myself and See Others
As Vincentians, we have each answered a profound call—a vocation that goes beyond mere service or charity.
