As a Canadian and close neighbour to our Americans friends, we are always interested in what is happening in the USA.
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A Canadian View: Vincentian Charism in a Changing World
by Jim Paddon | January 23, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Let 2020 be the start of a new decade and one in which we renew our commitment to being Vincentians. Let us remember why we are Vincentians.
A Canadian View: Welcome to 2020!
by Jim Paddon | January 9, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
I would like to think 2020 can also mean a year in which our social justice efforts demonstrate great vision through our 3-year national action campaign.
A Canadian View: ‘Tis the Season
by Jim Paddon | December 26, 2019 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
As we enjoy another Christmas season, I think we always look ahead with anticipation of a time for gift giving, seeing relatives and friends and celebrating the birth of the infant Jesus.
A Canadian View: Our Lady Of Guadalupe – December 12
by Jim Paddon | December 12, 2019 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Our Lady of Guadalupe brings together Indigenous and non-Indigenous Catholics from all the Americas.
A Canadian View: A Ray of Hope for All
by Jim Paddon | Nov 19, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
November 15th is the World Day of the Poor. Let us all reflect on how we use this day as a new beginning, with the ray of hope we have been waiting for and forget our differences and come together as one family.
A Canadian View: The Times They Are A-Changing
by Jim Paddon | Nov 5, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
When I hear or read the lyrics to this song I recall the words of Frederic Ozanam in Paris of the 1830’s when he warned us about the growing gap between those with so much and those with so little.
Listen in Silence – Feel the Joy
by Lynn L'Heureux | Aug 28, 2017 | Formation, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Do we really listen? Today’s Inspirational Snippet: God’s voice is waiting in the scriptures, in Christian music, in that spiritual book you’ve got on your table?
Putting faith in action
by John Freund, CM | Aug 21, 2017 | Uncategorized
Dear Vincentian Brothers and Sisters: Let us pray for the entire Vincentian Family around the world and pray for our priests, deacons, bishops, archbishops and Pope Francis. We are truly blessed to have clergy and religious on our paths to holiness. There are so...
Mary Gentle or Tough – Jesus the Person
by Lynn L'Heureux | Aug 14, 2017 | Formation, Reflections
Mary, Gentle or Tough - Do you ever think of Mary as being tough? I always think gentle, full of grace. Mary is gentle and pious, but at the same time is one tough woman. Not with roughness, but a tough love. Mary is portrayed as meek in pictures and statues and in...
Make Room for Hope – Sharing God’s Love – Holiness – Don’t Worry
by Lynn L'Heureux | Aug 7, 2017 | Formation, Reflections
Lynn L’Heureux reflects… Make Room for Hope – Sharing God’s Love – Holiness – Don’t Worry
Friendship – The Gift of Love – We are One
by Lynn L'Heureux | Jul 31, 2017 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Friendship – The Gift of Love – We are One – Mary for Us Today Vincentian Day of Prayer and Fast: Re-post from July 29, 2014 Friendship Faithful friends are a sturdy shelter; whoever finds one has found a treasure. Faithful friends are beyond price; no amount can...
Do you Hear the Word? – What is Your Goal?
by Lynn L'Heureux | Jul 24, 2017 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Do you Hear the Word? – What is Your Goal? – Harmony & Peace – What is God’s Job? Vincentian Day of Prayer and Fast: Re-post from July 22, 2014 Do you Hear the Word? Are you listening? God’s miracles and mighty deeds happen every minute of every day. Are we...
Bloom Where You Are Planted – You Are the Bounty
by Lynn L'Heureux | Jul 17, 2017 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Bloom Where You Are Planted – You Are the Bounty – Servant’s Rules – We Are Fam-ily! Vincentian Day of Prayer and Fast: Re-post from July 15, 2014 Bloom Where You are Planted This is a phrase many of us use. My grandmother used this and many phrases often to solve any...
Ordinary Time – Reflection – Longing for Holiness
by Lynn L'Heureux | Jul 10, 2017 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Ordinary Time – Reflection – Longing for Holiness – Accept the Truth Vincentian Day of Prayer and Fast: Re-post from July 8, 2014 Ordinary Time I am not sure why we call it ordinary time. It is a long section of our liturgical season filled with many important...
Road of Reconciliation – MARK 12:1-12 Gospel
by Lynn L'Heureux | Jun 26, 2017 | Formation, Reflections, Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Road of Reconciliation - MARK 12:1-12 Gospel - MARK 12:1-12 Gospel - "When God gives you help, do not ask questions!" Vincentian Day of Prayer and Fast Road of Reconciliation Going to Confession is good. It is not just a Lenten event. If you want to feel good with...