Reflections

Pope Francis – A Different Approach To Peace?

by John Freund, CM | January 5, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

Is Pope Francis taking a different approach in his message for the 2022 World Day for Peace?

Baptize with the Holy Spirit and Fire

by Ross Dizon | January 4, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Jesus is the one the Father has anointed with the Holy Spirit. Hence, he cannot but baptize with the Holy Spirit and fire, and do good. The baptized are to do the same. John the Baptist is simple and humble. He does not want to let down those he has baptized or...

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

by John Freund, CM | January 4, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

Missioners must live a life adapted to that of the poor.

Hearts on a Mission

by Mary Frances Jaster, MISEVI International | January 3, 2022 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

We are radically dependent on God, and there is no better characteristic than this one to remind us of that dependence.

A Vincentian View: Embracing the Truth

by Pat Griffin, CM | Aug 31, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

This past weekend contained the “moving-in” days at St. John’s.

Are You Looking Up… or Around You?

by John Freund, CM | Aug 31, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

A late 19th-century artist, James Tissot, graphically posed a question for us today. In his depiction of the Ascension, he asks, “Why do you stand looking up into heaven? (Act 1:11)

Followers of Jesus, Thinking, Wise

by Ross Dizon | Aug 30, 2022 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus embodies what he teaches on being thoughtful and purposeful. He asks all his followers to be so, and thus the...

Everybody Has Something to Say to the Bishops

by John Freund, CM | Jan 18, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice, Vincentian Family

What if when we get to the fire we have not brought enough water. It struck me that it is not just the Bishops who were being challenged to get back to basics.

Landing and Soaking In

by Tom McKenna, CM | Jan 16, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

That double action of the light, landing and then sinking in, provides an underlying clue to the whole direction of Jesus’ ministry.

Wine That Brings Gladness to Our Hearts

by Ross Dizon | Jan 15, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

Jesus is the new wine that is better than the wine served earlier. Those who drink it worthily discover the new life and the true meaning of joie de vivre.

The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul: Founded by Young People, for Young People

by Javier F. Chento | Jan 14, 2019 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul

At the beginning, SSVP was a place for growth – personal and in community – for young people, who concretized their Christian commitment in direct service to the needy.

The Pope Video • Young People and the Example of Mary

by .famvin | Jan 12, 2019 | Church, Formation, Reflections

“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: Young People and the Example of Mary.

What Set Vincent’s Heart on Fire?

by John Freund, CM | Jan 11, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

Vincent 1.0 was a bright ambitious cleric seeking to escape poverty and work his way up the ecclesiastical ladder. How did he become Vincent 2.0, a man on fire with God’s love in Jesus?

A Canadian View: New Year’s Resolutions

by Jim Paddon | Jan 10, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

As we begin another New Year full of plans and hopes for all the things we want to accomplish, it is a good time to take a very realistic look at our world.

A Vincentian View: Baptism Words

by Pat Griffin, CM | Jan 9, 2019 | Formation, Reflections

After the Baptism, Jesus hears these words: “You are my beloved Son; with you I am well pleased.”

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