Reflections
A Vincentian View: Shalom
by Pat Griffin, CM | October 25, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Have you been praying for peace in these days? I hope so. I certainly have. As I do so, I find myself reflecting on the meaning of the word “peace” and what it means for the Christian.
Shocking document bishops signed in the Catacombs 60 years ago
by John Freund, CM | October 25, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 3 Comments
I did not have any special expectations of Vatican II when I was ordained just months before the Council concluded. Pope St. John XXIII certainly had expectations of Vatican II!
Sweat in Seeking the Other’s Good
by Ross Dizon | October 24, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 27
by Famvin Media Resources | October 24, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.
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Vincent As a Seeker
by John Freund, CM | Jan 10, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Some time ago, I offered a reflection on “The Magi School For Seekers.” It was based on a homily Pope Francis gave, presenting the Magi as showing the path for modern-day “seekers.”
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Fill Our Life with Jesus Christ
by Ross Dizon | Jan 9, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus is the bread of life. Those whose life is full of him have their fill. To go to him and to believe in him is...
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Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 38
by Famvin Media Resources | Jan 9, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.
Vincentian Prayer Images: “The Colors of Charity” • 16
by Famvin Media Resources | Sep 20, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
This series is a visual memory of the art exhibition “The Colors of Charity,” which was on exhibit from 15 December 2017 to 25 February 2018 at the Collegio Alberoni of Piacenza.
Letter from Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, CM, on the Occasion of the Feast of St. Vincent de Paul 2022
by Tomaž Mavrič, CM | Sep 19, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
As usual at this time, Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, CM, President of the Executive Committee of the Vincentian Family, has sent a reflection to the entire Vincentian Family on the occasion of the feast of Saint Vincent de Paul on September 27.
United Against… Or… With Our Enemies?
by John Freund, CM | Sep 16, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
On 9/11 we immediately think of the pain and suffering, the injustice of the attacks. This leads to a defensive stance united against our enemies. The emotions run deep.
There Is Enough
by Mary Frances Jaster | Sep 15, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Today I find myself wondering if our faith is sufficient for tackling the hard questions that face us on a daily basis.
A Vincentian View: A Father had Two Sons
by Pat Griffin, CM | Sep 14, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
In recent years, when I have had the pleasure of reading the Gospel story of the Prodigal Son, I have gotten into the habit of giving special emphasis to the first words of the parable: “A man had two sons. . . .”
Pope Francis Just Won’t Stop!
by John Freund, CM | Sep 14, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Pope Francis just keeps on going… well beyond what most consider normal for a man of his age and physical conditions.
Money That Is Not Deemed Righteous
by Ross Dizon | Sep 13, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus teaches us to worship the Father in Spirit and truth. He also warns us that we cannot serve God and money. Jesus frets till he serves to the utmost and gives up his body and sheds his blood to save us. Those who trample on the poor, on the other hand, fret...
Vincentian Prayer Images: “The Colors of Charity” • 15
by Famvin Media Resources | Sep 13, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
This series is a visual memory of the art exhibition “The Colors of Charity,” which was on exhibit from 15 December 2017 to 25 February 2018 at the Collegio Alberoni of Piacenza.
In Giving, We Receive
by Ellen Sprigg | Sep 12, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
It always amazes me how in one week, a volunteer mission team can build relationships that leave such a lasting impact.