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).
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by John Freund, CM | July 26, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
We see so little of God’s creation! Yet we still think of our world as the center of creation, our culture as the model for all cultures.
by Tom McKenna, CM | July 24, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 2 Comments
Images for God — metaphors and visuals that catch something more fundamental and grounded than ideas for God.
by John Freund, CM | July 24, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
My personal relationship with my grandparents is complicated. I never knew either my father’s or mother’s parents.
by Tim Williams | July 23, 2024 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments
by Mary Frances Jaster | Jul 5, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
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).
by .famvin | Jul 3, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
In 1793, Elizabeth Ann Seton met a dashing man who sweetly called her his dear “Eliza.” That man, William Magee Seton, became the husband Elizabeth dearly loved.
by .famvin | Jul 3, 2021 | Church, Formation, Reflections
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: Social Friendship
by Ross Dizon | Jul 15, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (B), July 19, 2015 – Jer 23, 1-6; Eph 2, 13-18; Mk 6, 30-34 He is our peace (Eph 2, 16) Jesus embodies the divine compassion that reconciles people. He expects those he has reconciled to reflect his compassion. God has seen enough. He...
by John Freund, CM | Jul 14, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
SIMPLICITY AND LIFE’S JOURNEY Essay on_Simplicity by Sister Thérèse Haywood DC, Province of Australia Simplicity comes from the Latin roots sine (without) and caries (decay), or sine and cero (to smear or coat). Therefore we gain the understanding of simplicity as...
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Jul 13, 2015 | Formation, News, Reflections
Among the many homilies and interventions of Pope Francis during his visit to Latin America, there are some that raise the question, "Is he a Vincentian?" He certainly expounds upon themes that any member of the Vincetian Family would find familiar. In a presentation...
by Lynn L'Heureux | Jul 13, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
Gospel of Life – Abundant Life - Learn Something Each Day Vincentian Day of Prayer and Fast –Tuesday July 14, 2015 Dear Family: We pray and ask the Lord to help us be willing to be His loving witnesses to others, many of whom have rebelled against God. We pray to...
by John Freund, CM | Jul 13, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
In “A Note to Vincentians” Father Patrick Griffin, CM continues his series of reflections "Considering Consecrated Life" Laudato Si’ merits a close and careful reading by Vincentians. Many, many paragraphs reflect a concern for the poor. With this encyclical Francis...
by John Freund, CM | Jul 12, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
"Pope visits slums" - taking it personally as a Vincentian Pope Francis on Sunday (June 12th) began his final day in Paraguay with a visit to the Banado Norte slum in the capital, Asuncion. I have seen similar headlines about each of the Pope's visits. But being a...
by John Freund, CM | Jul 10, 2015 | Daughters of Charity, Formation, Reflections
Sister Maura Hobart, D.C., reflects back on 50+ years as a Daughter of Charity in this video titled 60 Seconds with Sister Maura Hobart. It was uploaded by Daughters of Charity Vocations U.S. Catch more 60 Seconds with Sister videos from the Daughters of Charity...
by Ross Dizon | Jul 7, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (B), July 12, 2015 – Am 7, 12-15; Eph 1, 3-14; Mk 6, 7-13 Sealed in Christ with the Holy Spirit (Eph 1, 13) Jesus seeks first the kingdom and righteousness of God. His disciples prove themselves by doing the same. The first disciples...
by Lynn L'Heureux | Jul 6, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
Lynn L'Heureux offers her weekly reflection on Narrow Path - Open Hands and Hearts - Look Forward – Facing the Storm Vincentian Day of Prayer and Fast July 7, 2015 Dear Vincentian Family: You inspire me and we inspire each other. We are so blessed to have such a...