Upon seeing the Lord enter his temple, they are enlightened by the Holy Spirit and recognize him as the child whom Mary carries in her arms. They had been waiting for him all their lives.
Reflections
Anger that Is Just and Constructive as Jesus’
Jesus brings in the kingdom of God and his justice. So, his anger blazes as he sees us looking out for just our own...
Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 42
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.
A Vincentian View: The Eucharist and Vatican II
Each year I select a theme that gives direction to one/some of the programs that I organize at St. John’s University.
Perfect as Our Father in Heaven
Jesus, who is in the bosom of the Father and knows him up close, shows us the divine face. He wants us to be perfect as our Father. It is quite clear what it means to be perfect as our Father in heaven: to go beyond what the law and the prophets command and forbid. ...
Connecting Dots: Lent, Valentine’s Day, and Systemic Change
At first glance, it may seem like quite a stretch to connect Ash Wednesday, Valentine’s Day, and Systemic Change. But hear me out. Actually, it is not that hard.
Valentine’s Day and the Love That Never Fails
The love between spouses is a mirror of God’s enduring love for us. Few examples of such love are more poignant than Elizabeth Ann Seton’s tender care for her dying husband William during their long quarantine in a damp lazaretto after their journey to Italy.
Vincentian Prayer Images: Contemporary Art 16
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of St. Vincent de Paul as portrayed by a contemporary artist.
Vincentian Voices Network
I would like to invite Famvin members to consider joining this group through our Facebook page.
Lenten Letter 2023 from Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, CM, to the Vincentian Family
Rome, 13 February 2023 “Making our families and communities a foretaste of heaven” Dear members of the Vincentian Family Movement, May the grace and peace of Jesus be always with us! From the creation of the world, God wished that not a single human being would live...
A Surprise Gift From Pope Francis
Much to my surprise, Pope Francis seemed to comment on yesterday’s Mindwalk. Of course, I know he never read it … but his reflection today certainly fit! See if you agree with his comments on “Blessed are the poor in Spirit.” Pope Francis begins with a question Who...
Embracing the Tears and Joys of Motherhood with Mary of Nazareth and Elizabeth Ann Seton
Like the Blessed Mother, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton’s faith-filled devotion helped carry her through the pains and trials of motherhood, and can inspire us today.
