All of us have probably seen a representation of that statue that sits on the desk of Pope Francis—the sleeping Joseph.
Reflections
A Refresher Course – Homelessness and the Vincentian Family
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | September 3, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Justice and Peace, Reflections | 0 Comments
A refresher course about the Vincentian Family Homeless Alliance – What is the Famvin Homeless Alliance? Its Roots – Collaborative work of the Vincentian Family 400 Years Ago – Updates
Lessons Learned During the Pandemic, #10: Young Men Walk Again
by Dee Mansi | September 2, 2020 | Formation, News, Reflections | 0 Comments
Keeping in contact with friends and family has been key to being mentally well during this time of pandemic.
A Vincentian View: Transforming not Conforming
by Pat Griffin, CM | September 2, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
Paul’s guidance confronts me. I desire to heed his advice, but I feel the challenge and see the obstacles. Like much of Paul’s advice, no easy response presents itself.
Our Father – A Radical Prayer?
by John Freund, CM | September 2, 2020 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change | 2 Comments
The kingdom is waking up to being sons and daughters of God, brothers and sisters to one another. In a polarized world what could be a more radical change in consciousness?
Which Story Interests You Most?
by John Freund, CM | Jun 23, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
Whose story are you most aware of? Can you recognize the interconnection of all stories? Do Vincentians have a special vocation as storytellers?
Person of Jesus More than Proposition
by Ross Dizon | Jun 22, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus takes away our diseases and bears our illnesses (Mt 8, 17; Is 53, 4). Hence, for the disciple, to live a life...
A Vincentian Vernacular
by John Freund, CM | Jun 22, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
“A Vincentian Vernacular” Another reflection In Patrick Griffin's series "Considering Consecrated Life" For emphasis, we choose significant “years” to begin and end on certain dates. Thus, Pope Francis decided that the “Year of Consecrated Life,” would begin on the...
Telling our stories – Good news and bad news
by John Freund, CM | Jun 19, 2015 | Formation, News, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Dave Barringer, CEO of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers some insights into the importance of telling our stories. As we learn in our culture change seminars (hint:sign up for this pre-conference day at National Assembly!) our beliefs are shaped in large part...
Sleeping soundly
by Ross Dizon | Jun 16, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time (B), June 21, 2015 – Job 38, 1. 8-11; 2 Cor 5, 14-17; Mk 4, 35-41 Whoever is in Christ is a new creation (2 Cor 5, 17) Those who are truly new in Christ do not lose sleep even over life’s most violent storms. They put their trust in...
Vincentian perspective in the “new evangelization”
by John Freund, CM | Jun 16, 2015 | Evangelization, Formation, Reflections
What is the contribution of a Vincentian to the Church’s task of evangelization?
Mary as a Model of Faith
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Jun 16, 2015 | Association of the Miraculous Medal, Formation, News, Reflections
“Do what ever He tells you.” Bishop Joseph Bambera gives a simple, powerful homily on Mary’s example and role as the “first disciple.”
God Brings New Life – Perfection – Blessed are Vincentians – The Vincentian Charism
by Lynn L'Heureux | Jun 15, 2015 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Reflections of Lynn L’Heureux on God Brings New Life – Perfection – Blessed are Vincentians – The Vincentian Charism
“Write to me” Reflection by Fr. Pat Griffin
by John Freund, CM | Jun 15, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
I imagine the Lord God holding out an invitation: Write to me. Pen and paper are not the absolute needs, but the desire to speak fluently and to allow my heart to be revealed.
Nike vs. Volvo and the Vincentian Spirit – T. McKenna
by John Freund, CM | Jun 14, 2015 | Formation, Reflections
“just do it” takes precedence over “here’s the reason why you should do it.”
Vincentian leader speaks out about the media
by John Freund, CM | Jun 14, 2015 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
David W. Barringer, CEO of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, asks where are the cries of the millions of Americans who are poor? Where are the stories about poverty, need and disaster, or the solutions to these problems?