Reflections

Daughters of Charity Raise their Voices for Critical Nutrition Programs

by Rachel Moccia | October 12, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

While many in the U.S. think of August as the last breath of summer, a time to squeeze in a last bit of relaxation before the rush of the fall begins, the Daughters of Charity were doing anything but relaxing this past August.

A Polycrisis Within a Polycrisis

by MaryAnn Dantuono, AIC | October 12, 2023 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family at the U.N. | 4 Comments

There has been remarkable activity at the UN this fall.

A Vincentian View: In the Beginning

by Pat Griffin, CM | October 11, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

It requires little effort to multiply the reminders that this is God’s world and given to us as a gift and a responsibility.

Is it Time for the “Brocolli” Approach?

by John Freund, CM | October 11, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

Many generations of mothers have cajoled their children with “Try it. You’ll like it!” (It seems they all went to the same “Mommy” school.)

Why Am I a Vincentian Priest?

by John Freund, CM | Dec 20, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

I see… and read… many posts asking “Why I Am (Not) a Catholic.” I also hear of former Vocation Directors saying that this time must be a tough time for Vocation Directors.

Favors, Blessings, Graces from God

by Ross Dizon | Dec 19, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus, the one anointed with the Holy Spirit and sent by the Father, brings the Good News to the poor. He proclaims...

Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 35

by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 19, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.

A Vincentian View: Precious in God’s Sight

by Pat Griffin, CM | Nov 9, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

The stories in Luke 15 (the lost sheep, coin and son) forcefully draw our attention to our importance in the eyes of God.

Who is My Neighbor the Day After Election Day?

by John Freund, CM | Nov 9, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

Recently I reread John Allen’s reflection in Crux about an opportunity and a challenge for Catholics to play a major role in healing our deeply divided nation.

Sun of Justice That Saves and Heals

by Ross Dizon | Nov 8, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus is the sun of justice that enlightens us who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death. The Ukrainians suffer very much due to the war. And life will be harder still for millions. For they are plunged into the cold and the dark; thanks to the sun for heat and...