Reflections

Read the Signs of Jesus in Our Midst

by Ross Reyes Dizon | April 2, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God. To believe in him means to know how to read, to grasp, his many signs in our midst. We read, as we come to the end of today’s gospel, “Jesus did many other signs.” So then, we can take it that his rising from the dead is one of...

The Two Crosses

by Salvatrice Murphy, DC | April 1, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 2 Comments

On the day I became a sister there was an Incorporation Ceremony before friends, family, and a whole host of Daughters of Charity. I wore my full habit for the first time, and during Mass I had placed around my neck a cross marked with SV (for St. Vincent); it is the...

MISEVI Extraordinary Assembly: An Easter Reflection

by Mary Frances Jaster | April 1, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Resurrection! What a beautiful aspect of our Church, that every year, we reflect on Jesus’ resurrection and have the opportunity to recognize our own daily resurrections.

Firewood for the Soul: Persistence

by Samantha Hill | April 1, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

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

Questioning God’s First Question, Where Are You?

by John Freund, CM | May 24, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

Do you remember God’s first question? It’s one parents often ask their children. But it is also one that has many meanings according to the context.

A Vincentian View: Tongues of Fire

by Pat Griffin, CM | May 22, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

We live in a world and at a time that has much need for the energizing fire of the Holy Spirit.

Let Me See Again!

by John Freund, CM | May 22, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

The blind beggar never saw it coming! No pun intended! I mean it quite literally. He was no doubt hoping and praying...

Prudence

by Fr. Binoy Puthusery, C.M. | Jul 10, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

In the Bible, the First Book of Kings chapter three and four speaks about King Solomon and the greatness of his rule. He had a strong administrative structure. The army was also very strong and he was sovereign over all other neighboring kingdoms. During his rule we...

Acting from Jesus Christ • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent

by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | Jul 8, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

"Something else to which you must pay very close attention is to be very dependent on the guidance of the Son of God; I mean that, when you have to take action, you should make this reflection: ‘Is this in conformity with the maxims of the Son of God?’ If you see that...

Jeopardy and the Our Father

by John Freund, CM | Jul 7, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

I am not a regular viewer of Jeopardy. But the depth of its appeal fascinates me. I was amazed at how many records the show has broken literally over generations! It and it’s stars to resonate with the values of our culture.

Submission or Responsibility? • A Weekly reflection with Vincent

by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | Jul 6, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

"To adore God means to acknowledge Him as the Creator and Savior of the world, and the sovereign Lord of all things, recognizing that we depend entirely on him for both body and soul; therefore say to Him, 'Lord, I acknowledge You as the one whom all creatures are...

Guatemala: Testimonies from the Latin American Missionary Encounter (EMLA)

by Juan Fuentes | Jul 5, 2023 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Marian Youth

We shared life experiences, our cultures, and the love for Jesus and Mary. Accompanied by our national advisers from the Congregation of the Mission and the Daughters of Charity, who added significance to the encounter.

A Vincentian View: Worthy of the Lord

by Pat Griffin, CM | Jul 5, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Suppose someone asked you in earnest to explain how the Lord holds the highest value in your life.

Is July 4 a dangerous memory?

by John Freund, CM | Jul 5, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Americans see Independence Day as one of the three significant holidays of the summer. But it brings with it the dangers of injuries from fireworks. These injuries can be quite serious. Yet, there is an unrecognized danger… and challenge! Independence Day falls in the...

Yoke That Is Easy, Burden That Is Light

by Ross Reyes Dizon | Jul 4, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus soothes those who are weary and carry heavy burden. To take his yoke and learn from him is to know the Father and find rest and ease. In wonder, Jesus thanks the Father. For, though Lord of heaven and earth, the Father favors with revelation the little folks. ...