Reflections
Already and Not Yet (Mt 25: 14-30)
by Tom McKenna, CM | November 29, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
A phrase often on Jesus’ lips: “The Kingdom of God” — or in another iteration, “the Reign of God, His Father.”
Christ the King and the “Duck Test”
by John Freund, CM | November 29, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Many will recognize the saying, “If it looks like a duck, swims like a duck, and quacks like a duck, then it probably is a duck.”
Tasks for the Servants of Jesus
by Ross Dizon | November 28, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 32
by Famvin Media Resources | November 28, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 2 Comments
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.
The Gift of Vincent’s Charism
by John Freund, CM | Jan 26, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Indeed, Vincent left a wonderful gift to the Church.We all know and appreciate his passion for the poor. His foundations came out of his passion for the poor.
Gospel Readiness (1 Samuel 3:3-10)
by Tom McKenna, CM | Jan 24, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Am I more often alert to the sounds of God’s presence? Or do I not pay much attention to the ways God is directing me?
Ever Wonder About Jesus’ Kindergarten?
by John Freund, CM | Jan 24, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
There is so much I don’t know about the family we call The Holy Family and … Our Lady of Nazareth.
A Canadian View: A Happy Re-New Year!
by Jim Paddon | Jan 5, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
As I sat with my wife on New Year’s Eve and watched the Big Apple drop in New York, it was, as always, great to see so much joy, love, reflection and hope for what this new year of 2023 may bring us.
A Vincentian View: Look Inside and Outside
by Pat Griffin, CM | Jan 4, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
The flow of our celebrations in these weeks invite us to a place in the middle. Two feasts attract our attention and border out reflections.
Tell me who your friends are…
by John Freund, CM | Jan 4, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
“Tell me your friends, and I will tell you who you are.” These words are but echoes of words spoken over 400 years before Christ.
Disrupt the State of Affairs Today
by Ross Dizon | Jan 3, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus shows us his glory and mercy. Such epiphany makes known that the time has come to disrupt things as they now are. Magi from the east show up in Jerusalem. And the question they ask turns out to undermine the powers that be. For it troubles King Herod greatly...
Vincentian Prayer Images: Contemporary Art 10
by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 3, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of St. Vincent de Paul as portrayed by a contemporary artist.
At the End of the Year: How Great Thou Art!
by .famvin | Dec 30, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
May the year 2023, that is about to start, bring us what we need, renew our faith and, above all, encourage us to work in solidarity for a world where no one dies or suffers because of the selfishness of others.
Who is the “Keeper of Memories” in Your Family?
by John Freund, CM | Dec 30, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Almost every family has one. You know… the person who remembers the family history, the stories of Uncle… and Aunt…, the in-laws, and the outlaws.
Hold Dear and Reflect on All These Things
by Ross Dizon | Dec 28, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
The baby lying in the manger bears the name Jesus and is Mary’s Son. He calls us to hold dear all that we hear and see about him. The Savior of the world shows he is as though no one and nothing as just a child (SV.EN VI:170). A baby, yes, like other babies that...
Our Longings Bring Us Closer to the Christ Child – and to Eternity
by Kathleen N. Hattrup | Dec 28, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Christmas is joyous, but it’s also a time when the stresses and conflicts of family life can lead to bitterness. In such moments we should follow the example of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, who knew that only by looking towards eternity can we attain peace here on earth.