As we approach the end of summer here in Canada, for myself and many others, we have had a summer of relaxation and an opportunity to enjoy time with family and exploring new and exciting parts of our vast nation.
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by Fr. Binoy Puthusery, C.M. | May 22, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Our salvation does not depend on any of our actions, but rather it is God’s action
by Rev. Dennis Holtschneider, CM | May 20, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
Governors and state legislators are introducing legislation to prevent college campuses from teaching about the ongoing legacy of racism or the presence of LGTBQ individuals among our community.
by John Freund, CM | May 19, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Shortly after ordination in 1965, I remember reading the best-selling and quite controversial novel by Morris West, “The Shoes of the Fisherman.” It concerns the election of a Ukrainian pope.
by .famvin | May 18, 2023 | Formation, News, Reflections | 2 Comments
St. John’s University commemorated the passing of Sr. Margaret John Kelly, D.C. ’64G, ’67Ph.D., the founder and former Executive Director of the Vincentian Center for Church and Society.
by Jim Paddon | Sep 7, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
As we approach the end of summer here in Canada, for myself and many others, we have had a summer of relaxation and an opportunity to enjoy time with family and exploring new and exciting parts of our vast nation.
by Tom McKenna, CM | Sep 6, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
To get at a pivotal question in Matthew’s 23rd chapter, consider the distinction between two types of answers, one standard and the other personal.
by John Freund, CM | Sep 6, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Men and women may have different associations with the word “labor.” Men might think of labor in terms of a “ job.” Women might be more inclined to think of the “labor”in the context of giving birth. Today, I want to explore a deeper meaning of what we call Labor Day.
by John Freund, CM | Oct 12, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
Saint Vincent believed that in imitation of Jesus, the essential mission of Christians is saving the poor.
by Spalding Hurst | Oct 11, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
Sisters Vinaya and Philomina attended the annual commissioning of Southern Denary of Malindi Diocese: Catholic Women Association (CWA).
by Spalding Hurst | Oct 9, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth announced a $2.5 million dollar investment in the Louisville Urban League and its “A Path Forward for Louisville” work.
by John Freund, CM | Oct 8, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
It is obvious that we are not living in the same church as we were some 50 years ago. How obvious depends on whether you are 60, 40, or 20,
by Spalding Hurst | Oct 7, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
Sister of Charity of Nazareth Paris Slapikas, who took the helm of Catholic Charities of Louisville’s Sister Visitor Center June 1, aims to work with the center’s staff to transform the lives of those they serve.
by Tom McKenna, CM | Oct 6, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
This homily was preached at a recent anniversary Mass for Fr. Joseph Daly, C.M. — a Vincentian priest beloved of many,
by John Freund, CM | Oct 6, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
When St. Paul asks us to “put on the mind of Christ” he has much more in mind than mouthing Jesus’ words.
by Ross Dizon | Oct 5, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus teaches by word and deed that we cannot serve God and money. Hence, to obsess about making money is to reject his teaching. The man who draws to Jesus seems to obsess about being saved. For he runs up to him and quickly kneels down. Of course, he also...
by John Freund, CM | Oct 5, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
Charity is mission.