Reflections

Black Catholics and Racial Injustice

by Joseph P. Foley, C.M. | April 21, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

As North American social justice advocates from various branches of the Vincentian Family we have continually addressed the situation of people disadvantaged by racial injustice.

Can one word change the world? Yes!

by John Freund, CM | April 20, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

Today I would like to explore the “annunciation” of the greatest change in human thinking. Mary’s yes changed HER world … and OUR world!

Palpable, Touchable, Visible, True

by Ross Dizon | April 19, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Jesus makes palpable God, whom no one has seen or touched. True disciples do not rest till their Teacher is palpable to them. Jesus knows that when he shows up risen, his disciples will think they see a ghost. They will want him to be palpable. That is why he has...

Vincentian Prayer Images: One of the Great Saints of History XXiX

by John Freund, CM | April 19, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

One of the reasons for Saint Vincent de Paul to be considered a key figure in the history of the holiness of the Church is his style of living his vocation. Each week we will present an example.

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.

Vincentian Prayer Images: It Took Courage For Mary To Say Yes!

by John Freund, CM | Dec 3, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

It took courage for Mary to say Yes!

Passionate and Enthusiastic About Vincentian Ministry

by Renato Lima de Oliveira | Dec 2, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul

The one reality that I believe all would affirm is the following: we are passionate about the Vincentian ministry and enthusiastic about this ministry that was divinely inspired.

Advent: A Time of Preparation, Hope and Joy

by Alexandre Nahass Franco, CM | Dec 1, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

The season of Advent is characterized by three words: preparation, hope, and joy.

The Streets as Home: A One Way Street?

by Bianca Aline Salamanca | Dec 1, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

With the passing of the years, the process of urbanization has expanded and as a result, the social problems have become more heightened and intense.

The Hospice De San Jose’s Journey With The Homeless Peoples Of Metro Manila

by Sr. Maria Socorro Pilar G. Evidente, DC | Nov 30, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

About Hospicio de San Jose, the first charitable institution in the Philippines, and its work for the homeless of Manila.

Thanksgiving – Apparition Reported in Miraculous Medal Shrine

by John Freund, CM | Nov 29, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

I never thought I would experience an apparition!

A Canadian View: Safe, Secure and Affordable Housing is a Human Right – Part Two

by Jim Paddon | Nov 28, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

More details about the The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, Canada’s 3-year campaign under the theme of “SAFE, SECURE AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING IS A HUMAN RIGHT.”