Reflections

To Be Face to Face with the Poor

by Renato Lima de Oliveira | January 20, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments

We, as members of the Vincentian Family, have a great social responsibility. We have first-hand experience of the problems that afflict thousands of poor families.

Sisters Offer Video Reflections on St. Elizabeth Ann Seton

by .famvin | January 18, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

The federation hosted a series of video reflections where Sisters offered their insights on Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton and the topics of humility, charity and simplicity.

The Fifth Century of the Vincentian Charism – Fr. Maloney

by John Freund, CM | January 17, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family | 0 Comments

Former Superior General, Fr. Maloney, has spoken of his dreams for the fifth century of the Vincentian Charism. This post is an introduction to his earlier book, “The Dawn of a New Century”.

To Hell With Good Intentions

by Mary Frances Jaster, MISEVI – USA | January 16, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

If we are to truly assess our work according to how we are responding to present issues of social justice, then we must look deeper into ourselves, our core values, and the beliefs that we bring to the table with us.

Incarnation – Call To Change

by John Freund, CM | Dec 23, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change

Jesus came to change our minds, not God’s! The Word became flesh to show us what God’s message and way of thinking looks like when lived humanly. Jesus is the living model of world-changing systemic change.