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“Journey of the Heart” Lenten Video Series from Basilica Shrine of the Miraculous Medal – Part 2
Three people reflect on how the Ash Wednesday experience enriches their faith.
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Ronald, formerly homeless, secures housing and purchases a car
Ronald used to have his own home. He used to have a family, with a wife and one son. He used to work in construction. Times were good. However, at the turn of the century, things quickly went south. Life happened.
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A Vincentian View: What a Difference a Day Makes
Ash Wednesday follows Mardi Gras – “Fat Tuesday.” The days stand out as contrasts.
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“Journey of the Heart” Lenten Video Series from Basilica Shrine of the Miraculous Medal – Part 1
Reflections on the symbolism of receiving ashes on this day.
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Beginning of the Path: Reflections on Ash Wednesday
“Create in me, O God, a pure heart, renew in me a steadfast spirit. Do not repel me from your presence and do not deprive me of your holy spirit” (Ps 50[51]:12-13). Ash Wednesday begins Lent, bringing with it an invitation to reflection and inner renewal. This holy...![Valentine’s Day, Baptism, and Eucharist?](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2024/02/love-FI-1080x630.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Valentine’s Day, Baptism, and Eucharist?
At one level we say you can’t put a price tag on love. But at another level, Americans alone spend well over 20 billion on celebrating love on a day called Valentine’s Day.
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Beginnings in Eden and in the Desert
Jesus obeys to the point of death on a cross. He does so to lead us to God and to the beginnings in Eden and in the desert, and to make us all just, washed in the waters of new birth. Jesus stays in the desert for forty days, which sends us back, in the first place,...![Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 43](https://b704496.smushcdn.com/704496/en/files/2023/04/vincentian-art-brushes-featured-1080x630.jpg?lossy=2&strip=1&webp=1)
Vincentian Prayer Images – Art By Vincentians 43
Share your thoughts on a weekly image of artwork made by members of the Vincentian Family.
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The Rosalie Projects: Children of Courage
The Centre de Marillac (Hope for Street Children) is located in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. It is run by the Daughters of Charity, who live among the poorest of the poor in the Diobu district.
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Firewood for the Soul: Meals of thanks
A weekly reflection for all the Vincentian Family, from Australia.