Reflections

Followers of Jesus, Thinking, Wise

by Ross Dizon | August 30, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

Jesus embodies what he teaches on being thoughtful and purposeful. He asks all his followers to be so, and thus the success of the cross will be theirs. Great crowds go with Jesus on the way to Jerusalem (see Lk 9, 51; 13, 22). He turns and tells them that to be his...

Vincentian Prayer Images: “The Colors of Charity” • 13

by Famvin Media Resources | August 30, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

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.

Vincentians of Wherever: Jean Semler – Change a Life Uganda

by .famvin | August 27, 2022 | News, Reflections | 0 Comments

Jean and Dave Semler launched a 501(c) 3 non-profit charity Change A Life Uganda (CALU) with a vision of educated, healthy, and empowered Ugandan children as agents of positive social and economic change.

Finding my way back to Galilee with Pope Francis

by John Freund, CM | August 26, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

I found my path back to Galilee with the help of Pope Francis. For me, it was by way of a homily he preached in Canada.

Vincentian Prayer Images: Contemporary Art 18

by Famvin Media Resources | Feb 28, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Share your thoughts on a weekly image of St. Vincent de Paul as portrayed by a contemporary artist.

Vincentian Lent, a Pilgrimage to the Heart: A Journey Made up of Questions (Part One)

by Francisco Vilhena | Feb 27, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

Part One of an examination of conscience, in the form of questions, which can be useful for all of us Vincentians.

Saint Louise de Marillac and the Eucharist

by .famvin | Feb 27, 2023 | Formation, Reflections

When I receive Communion, do I feel in my very being that I am part of the Communion of Saints, united with the Father, Son and Holy Spirit?

Crash Course In Homelessness In 400 Words

by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | May 28, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections

Take the time to read the next 400 words to gain a broader perspective on the seemingly intractable issue of homelessness.

A Vincentian View: Listening with the Spirit

by Pat Griffin, CM | May 27, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

Pentecost holds high the Holy Spirit for our attention and devotion.

A Wide-Angle Lens On the Cries of the Poor

by John Freund, CM | May 27, 2020 | Formation, Justice and Peace, Reflections, Systemic change

The earth herself, burdened and laid waste, is among the most abandoned and maltreated of our poor; she “groans in travail” (Rom 8:22)

Flame of Blazing and Renewing Fire

by Ross Dizon | May 26, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus is Lord! But we can say this only by the Holy Spirit. And only his flame can renew the face of the earth. The Holy Spirit comes with the strength of a driving wind that fills the whole house where the disciples are. And a tongue of fire or flame rests on each of...

Vincentian Prayer Images: Sr. Marta’s Gift To a Family

by John Freund, CM | May 26, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family

Sr. Marta’s generous gift to a young family…

Returning to that which is Essential!

by Vincentian Family Office | May 25, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

Alone we can do nothing … we need the help of God who is our strength and security during this time of pandemic.

Warde, a story of providence

by .famvin | May 24, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

With a big smile and shiny eyes, Warde welcomes you whenever you visit; a visit she prays for every day, every week, every month.

Stepping Back To See More Clearly!

by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | May 21, 2020 | Formation, Reflections

Poets are well known for helping us step back and see things we have not noticed before.

What is the Most Important Room In the World?

by John Freund, CM | May 21, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family

What is the most important room in the history of the world… and our lives? The Oval Office, Buckingham Palace? … Would you believe a simple “upper room” in Jerusalem! Why? Because in that room on the day we call Pentecost, the most powerful movement in history was...

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