A question: what is it that allows people to keep on giving? What is it that motivates someone who isn’t receiving any reward or payment to continue being generous?
Reflections
Firewood for the Soul: Christmas, The Gift That Keeps On Giving
by Samantha Hill | December 25, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.
Go and See the Child Lying in the Manger
by Ross Reyes Dizon | December 24, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Three Virtues to Give Ourselves to God • A Weekly Reflection with Vincent
by Mitxel Olabuenaga, C.M. | December 23, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Advent Reflections 2023 (Video)
by Famvin Media Resources | December 22, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Prepare for the coming of Christ with this video from Vincentian Family Ireland.
Post-COVID Modern Day Rip Van Winkles
by John Freund, CM | Mar 6, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
The “digital revolution” began some 50 years ago depending upon which milestone you choose. We are just now beginning to realize how this digital revolution is impacting every facet of our lives.
Contemplation: Guideposts on the Journey – SSVP USA, a Weekly Reflection
by Tim Williams | Mar 5, 2024 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
This post originally appeared on ssvpusa.org To boast about our accomplishments in works of charity brings to...
Pope Francis’ “Puzzle Box Picture”
by John Freund, CM | Oct 21, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Years ago, I could easily lose track of time with a 500 or1000 piece jigsaw puzzle. The picture on the puzzle box inspired me to see how the pieces fit together.
Profiles In Homelessness
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Oct 20, 2022 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
So you think you understand homelessness? I did… until I discovered I didn’t!
65th Anniversary of Vincentian Brother Alfred Smith’s Service
by Tom McKenna, CM | Oct 19, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
To keep God’s people safe and alive in their battle against Amalek, Moses has to hold his arms high in the air for a very long while.
Biblical Coverups and Gotchas
by John Freund, CM | Oct 19, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
They were comfortable… until they were told a story. Then they learned an uncomfortable truth. The person in the story out there hid in their own heart.
Just Servants of the Holy Lord
by Ross Reyes Dizon | Oct 18, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus is the image of the all-just God who alone is good. Before him and before God, no one is just. Last Sunday’s theme on prayer is back today. For Jesus tells the parable of the Pharisee and the publican. The two are in the temple to pray. And St. Luke lets us...
Vincentian Prayer Images: “The Colors of Charity” • 20
by Famvin Media Resources | Oct 18, 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.
Diaries of Vincentian: Perú
by Vincentian Family Homeless Alliance | Oct 16, 2022 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
In our case, it tells the story of a family – young parents and their two children- who, after living on the streets, now have a decent place to call home.
The Pope Video • For a Church Open to Everyone
by .famvin | Oct 15, 2022 | Church, Formation, Reflections
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: For a Church Open to Everyone.
I Can’t Take It Anymore!
by John Freund, CM | Oct 14, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Our lives have become pressure cookers. We can’t take it anymore!