In the liturgical readings of the season of advent the book of Isaiah has a prominent place. Especially the passage,...
Reflections
What Does Labor Day Mean For You?
by John Freund, CM | September 6, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
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.
Gather Together Two or Three in Jesus’ Name
by Ross Dizon | September 5, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 20
by Famvin Media Resources | September 5, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 2 Comments
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.
Led by the Spirit
by Mary Frances Jaster | September 4, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
When I think about the complexities of a world-wide Church, a Church that must embrace so many cultural differences, I sometimes wonder about our human interpretations of things.
Vincentian Advent Reflections 2023 – Week 1
by Famvin Media Resources | Dec 1, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
A beautiful reflection about “gift-giving”.
The More Things Change, the More They Stay the Same
by John Freund, CM | Dec 1, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
We are seeing the replay of decades of hostility in the region of Jesus’ birth!
Re-evaluating Childhood Beliefs
by John Freund, CM | Jun 15, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
I would be surprised if you haven’t re-evaluated some of your childhood beliefs.
Bless, Break, Share, and Serve
by Ross Dizon | Jun 14, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Christ shares his blood with us as we bless with him the cup of thanksgiving. And he shares his body as we break the bread. Nowadays, we voice out not so noble feelings; we rant. We are more ready to curse than to bless, to tell others to their faces their faults,...
Vincentian Prayer Images: “The Colors of Charity” • 2
by Famvin Media Resources | Jun 14, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
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.
A Master Class – The Gift of Jesus’ Spirit
by John Freund, CM | Jun 10, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Some time ago I wrote of my experience with a master teacher. The subject was something I thought I knew. In fact, it was a subject I first “mastered“ when I was about 6 or 7.
A Vincentian View: A Vincentian Heart
by Pat Griffin, CM | Jun 8, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Each year, St. John’s University organizes a program around the Vincentian Chair of Social Justice (VCSJ).
Wildfires – Transforming Physical and Personal Landscapes
by John Freund, CM | Jun 8, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
This Vincentian Mindwalk explores a vastly more powerful and long-lasting wildfire, that has lasted over 2000 years and transformed over two billion lives today.
Pour out God’s Love into Hearts
by Ross Dizon | Jun 7, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Jesus loves us to the end, to giving his life for us. To follow him means to give up our bodies and pour out our blood for others. Jesus does not speak expressly of the Most Holy Trinity. He only shares with us and shows us his experience of God as a good and loving...
Vincentian Prayer Images: “The Colors of Charity” • 1
by John Freund, CM | Jun 7, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
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.
MISEVI – Committed to Vincentian Mission
by Mary Frances Jaster | Jun 6, 2022 | Conflict in Ukraine, Formation, Reflections
In February, we held a virtual meeting for all the presidents/representatives and heard from them concerning their groups. Here is a very brief summary of some of the activities of MISEVI.