Reflections

What is Sharing?

by Renato Lima de Oliveira | December 16, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul | 0 Comments

To be a Vincentian means that we not only share our material possession but that we also be an evangelizer and share our spirituality with others.

Vatican Appointment Evokes Legacy of St. Louise de Marillac

by Patricia M. Bombard | December 14, 2019 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Hailed as a “first-of-its-kind” move, the announcement in early July by Pope Francis that women would become full members of the Vatican’s office that oversees religious orders was greeted enthusiastically around the world.

Does “Keep Christ in Christmas” Miss the Point?

by John Freund, CM | December 13, 2019 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

What can we do to bring the Christ of the Gospels back into Christmas in a way that is more than a bumper sticker slogan that ends up being mainly a political football?

A Canadian View: Our Lady Of Guadalupe – December 12

by Jim Paddon | December 12, 2019 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Our Lady of Guadalupe brings together Indigenous and non-Indigenous Catholics from all the Americas.

Creating Connections Better Than Giving Directions

by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Dec 3, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections

A place where homeless and formerly homeless people can connect to one another. They can also connect to vital outreach services, their own personal friends, and family members.

Lessons Learned During the Pandemic, 23: In Solidarity with Those who Suffer

by Mari Carmen Davia | Dec 2, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

I believe that there has been an extraordinary expression of solidarity among people, especially as people reach out to assist those who have suffered the most.