Reflections

“Beauty” is in God • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent

by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | February 3, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

"What can compare to the beauty of God, who is the source of all the beauty and perfection of creatures? Is it not from God that the flowers, the birds, the stars, the moon, and the sun derive their luster and beauty? (SVP, vol XIII, no. 43). Vincent de Paul. [box...

“Insiders” With Closed Minds; “Outsiders” Who Were Open

by John Freund, CM | February 2, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

I don’t think I can ever again read Luke’s account of Jesus’ rejection in his hometown (4:21-30) without thinking of Pope Francis’ homily.

A Vincentian View: Reconciliation and Renewal

by Pat Griffin, CM | January 31, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

When I celebrate the sacrament of reconciliation with people, my emphasis does not solely embrace God’s forgiveness of our sins of the past, but promotes God’s grace to live a better future.

I Never Knew I Missed the Point!

by John Freund, CM | January 31, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

Have you ever been in a conversation where someone missed your point? I certainly have. Also, more times than I care to admit, I have been the one who missed the point.

Catch the Good News of Jesus Christ

by Ross Reyes Dizon | Apr 9, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

The one who has risen is the same Jesus of Nazareth that the disciples have known, loved and followed on the roads of...

Firewood for the Soul: Communication

by Samantha Hill | Apr 8, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

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

Surrounded by Angels

by Don Fulford | Apr 7, 2024 | Formation, Reflections

Her story is so remarkable, much like those of many of our members. Their hearts are big, full of faith, and always full of hope.

Your Mission As God’s Storyteller

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

Some have a natural gift for telling stories. Few of us think of ourselves as gifted storytellers.

Immaculate Conception: In Advent, Find God’s Plan for You

by Elizabeth Scalia | Dec 8, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

As we see in the Immaculate Conception of Mary, and in the life of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, we are each made for some purpose. Not for “nothing,” but decidedly for “something” in the grand scheme of the world and all of its intended Glory.

Cycle of Hope

by MaryAnn Dantuono, AIC | Dec 8, 2022 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family at the U.N.

One year has passed since the United Nations’ General Assembly affirmed a Resolution on Homelessness.

To Trust God and Repent | Week Two

by Emily Stimpson Chapman | Dec 7, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

An Advent Journey with St. Elizabeth Ann Seton | A Five-Part Series. Week Two: To Trust God and Repent.

A Vincentian View: A Vincentian Crèche

by Pat Griffin, CM | Dec 7, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

An invitation from the Notre Dame Center for Liturgy asked me to create a reflection for their digital Advent + Christmas crèche calendar for 2022

Mom, How Long Until Christmas?

by John Freund, CM | Dec 7, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

I suspect many of our parents remember how often we asked the question. “How how long until Christmas”? I remember I could hardly wait for the gift!s!