Modeling Virtue
One of the occupational hazards of people who study religion and theology is to equate ideas with the force behind them.
Are All Really Welcome?
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.
Contemplation: One Society, One Rule
This post originally appeared on ssvpusa.org It is probably the case that while most members join the Society in response to a call from the Holy Spirit, they don’t yet fully understand the Society as a vocation. And although we do not take solemn vows like members of...
Ambitions that Are Selfish and Unfettered
Christ on the cross is the last of all and the servant of all. He puts to shame all those with ambitions to be the first and the greatest. Like most of us, the disciples of Jesus, for sure, have their ambitions. After all, they, too, have the right to be better....
The Heart of a Vincentian 08 #famvin2024
“The Heart of a Vincentian – Coming Soon November 2024” by Sr. Mary McCormick, Sister of Charity of New York.
La Union-Chrétienne de Saint Chaumond: a Story of Devotion and Faith #famvin2024
The Union-Chrétienne de Saint Chaumond is a women’s institute of consecrated life of pontifical right, founded in 1652 by St. Vincent de Paul and the Venerable Madame de Polallion.
The Rosalie Projects: Window on lessons
In the 15 villages surrounding Diouroup in Senegal, women’s illiteracy is an aggravating factor in their marginalization and poverty.
Firewood for the Soul: A Spirit of Solidarity
A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.
A Vincentian Minute: Vincentian Theological Terms 04
Fr. Rooney continues a series called “Vincentian Theological Terms.” This week: God’s permissive will and suffering.
Finding Jesus in the Margins: A Vincentian’s Experience Through the Homeless Count
At The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Los Angeles, we often receive heartfelt testimonials from our members, known as Vincentians, who are deeply committed to serving those in need. Today, we’re honored to share a moving account from Lynn McCormick, a fellow...
