Reflections

A Vincentian Reflection on Pope Leo XIV’s First Address

On May 8, 2025, the newly elected Pope Leo XIV delivered his first public address, greeting the world with humility, warmth, and spiritual depth. His brief but profound message centered on peace, unity, mission, and hope—resonating deeply with the Vincentian Family and offering a renewed call to serve with compassion, courage, and faith in today’s world.

Do Mothers Know Everything?

As a little boy, I thought my Mom knew everything! With eyes in the back of her head, she would always catch me when I was doing something wrong!

A Vincentian View: Cost of Discipleship

Whenever I read John 21:15-19, which is only a few verses from the end of the Gospel, I am drawn to reflect on Dietrich Bonhoeffer and his book “The Cost of Discipleship.”

What can Bricklayers can teach us about following Christ?

I have learned a lot from bricklayers about the meaning of work! And continue to learn … even about being a follower of Christ.

Homes in the Kingdom of Heaven

Homes in the Kingdom of Heaven

Jesus is like us in all things but sin.  He is not a stranger to the joys, sorrows, light and glory that our homes know. They say that tough times bring out the best and the worst in us and, of course, in our homes.  In the face of crises and uncertainties, some folks...

Homes in the Kingdom of Heaven

Favors, Blessings, Graces from God

Jesus, the one anointed with the Holy Spirit and sent by the Father, brings the Good News to the poor.  He proclaims the era of favors from heaven. The angel Gabriel comes to Mary. As he greets her, he does not say the name of the virgin betrothed to Joseph. Rather,...

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