Crucible That Tests Our Hearts
Jesus is the only one that his disciples need to know and speak of. From the cross, he proclaims that those who are his go through the crucible. They thus get to be just like him. “The crucible is for silver, and the furnace is for gold, but the one that tests...
New Video: Saint Vincent, Priest of Charity at the Service of the Poor
Video based on an article by Alvaro Quevedo Patarroyo, C.M.: “Saint Vincent, Priest of Charity at the Service of the Poor: Caring for Spiritual and Temporal Needs.”
“All Are Welcome” … Really?
We are many decades into the phenomenon of shopping for “gated communities” of like-minded people. So many do not experience that they are welcome.
A Journey Through Vincentian Spirituality – Part 4 (last)
As part of Vincentian month, we welcome you to join us each week as Fr Mark Noonan CM brings us on a journey through Vincentian Spirituality over the next 4 weeks. This week we offer part 4 and last.
Homelessness – Our Heritage and Challenge
As we approach the feast of St. Vincent de Paul we can draw strength and be challenged by all that St. Vincent did. Many may not believe that one man could do all that Vincent did!
Transforming Education Summit
Education is a human right. Education is a common public good. Every child and young person have the right to go to school and learn.
Acceptance — And Ingenuity (Luke 16:1-13)
Scripture Scholars tell us that the meaning behind the word “parable” is curve, as in throwing a curve.
Do You Prefer Courtrooms or Banquet Halls?
If I asked you, I suspect most, without having any further details, would say they would rather be in a banquet setting than a court of law.
Friends of the Poor Walk/Run Events Across the U.S.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SVdP) will sponsor its annual Friends of the Poor ® Walk/Run at 120 locations across the country this weekend.
Cut off from Us All Self-Sufficiency
Jesus is “God-with-us.” And that is why disciples should not cut off God and their neighbor from their lives. The man whose life is one of luxury and show is very rich: stylish clothes, lavish banquets. He is cut off, for sure, from the beggar; the two are worlds...
