Reflections

Weaving God’s Plan • A Weekly Reflection with Ozanam

by Javier F. Chento | April 6, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

We, all of us, are like the weavers of the Gobelins, who, following out the pattern of an unknown artist, endeavor to match the threads of diverse colors on the wrong side of the loom, and do not see the result of their labor. It is only when the work is complete that...

How Mary Experienced Her Son’s Resurrection

by John Freund, CM | April 5, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

“How was your Easter?” How many times have you said that recently? Usually, it leads to a lively conversation about family gatherings, etc.

John 3:16 – Read It!

by Tom McKenna, CM | April 3, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 2 Comments

If you’ve watched any sports events over the last decades, you’ve seen banners held high, calling attention to a famous passage in John’s Gospel.

Easter People in a Good Friday/Holy Saturday World?

by John Freund, CM | April 3, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Some 60 years ago, I remember being struck by a question still relevant today. A great theologian, Johannes Hoffinger, asked: “if we are Easter People, why do we so often look like people in need of an aspirin?”

Catch the Good News of Jesus Christ

by Ross Dizon | Apr 9, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

The one who has risen is the same Jesus of Nazareth that the disciples have known, loved and followed on the roads of...

Firewood for the Soul: Communication

by Samantha Hill | Apr 8, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.

Surrounded by Angels

by Don Fulford | Apr 7, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

Her story is so remarkable, much like those of many of our members. Their hearts are big, full of faith, and always full of hope.

Firewood for the Soul: Lightning Speed

by Samantha Hill | Mar 18, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.

Investment or Expense?

by Lindsey Adams | Mar 17, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

In a country where some children as young as five have to generate income, education seems an unaffordable investment.

Lenten Letter Group Reflection – Part 4

by Famvin Media Resources | Mar 16, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

Reflection for groups, on the Lenten Letter 2024 from Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, CM, to the Vincentian Family. Fourth and final part: Conclusions and Future Challenges.

The Trinity, A Big Mystery • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent

by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | Mar 16, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

"In addition to the obligation we here have as Christians to honor this feast [Most Holy Trinity], we have a particular one because, by the Bulls of Approval of the Company, a Pope has given us the Most Holy Trinity as our patron. That should animate all of us, such...