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Crash Course In Homelessness In 400 Words

by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | May 28, 2020 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections | 0 Comments

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 | 0 Comments

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 | 3 Comments

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 | May 26, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

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 | 1 Comment

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

Returning to that which is Essential!

by Vincentian Family Office | May 25, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

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

Blessed Marta Anna Wiecka, D.C.: selfless service during an epidemic

by .famvin | May 24, 2020 | Formation | 0 Comments

Blessed Marta Anna Wiecka bravely served the sick.

Warde, a story of providence

by .famvin | May 24, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments

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

Feast Day: St. Joan Antida Thouret – May 23

by .famvin | May 22, 2020 | Formation | 1 Comment

The beautiful story of St. Joan Antida Thouret and her Sisters still working today in 26 countries.

Stepping Back To See More Clearly!

by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | May 21, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment

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 | 2 Comments

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...