Reflections

Vincentian Prayer Images: An Image For Self-examination

by John Freund, CM | August 18, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family | 0 Comments

Have I ever thought of the difference between what is socially acceptable and not socially acceptable discrimination?

Grace that Transforms the Heart and Makes us Sisters and Brothers

by Javier F. Chento | August 17, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 2 Comments

There are Christian songs that have become universally known and that we know how to hum or at the very least, their melody is familiar to us. One of those songs that has surpassed its author is “Amazing Grace.”

To Serve the Poor in their Material and Spiritual Need (Part I)

by .famvin | August 17, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

It seems to be very clear that Vincent de Paul viewed evangelization as a process that involved ministering to the physical and spiritual needs of the poor. Part 1

The Challenge that Young Vincentians Face During this time of Pandemic

by Sidney Batista França | August 14, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

During this time of pandemic, young people have been encouraged to come to the forefront and to assume great responsibilities.

A Vincentian View: Joseph 2.0

by Pat Griffin, CM | Jul 7, 2021 | Formation, Reflections

All of us have probably seen a representation of that statue that sits on the desk of Pope Francis—the sleeping Joseph.

Flying Geese, Fighter Pilots and Ministry

by John Freund, CM | Jul 7, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change

The next time you watch a flock of geese, pause for a moment — think about what they can teach us about ministry in general and, especially, “long-haul” ministries of systemic change.