When us older (and hopefully wiser) Vincentians look back on what this world has achieved in our lifetimes it is truly amazing.
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A Canadian View: Hope Can Overcome Hopelessness
by Jim Paddon | December 7, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
As we enter another Christmas time with lots of hopes and prayers it may be a good time to reflect on this world, we are living in which at times seems like a hopeless situation for many.
A Canadian View: Homelessness – Why Should We Care? What Can We Do?
by Jim Paddon | November 2, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
I think we are all aware of the increasing number of homeless women, men and children in our communities, whether large cities or smaller rural towns and villages.
A Canadian View: Refreshing Our Social Justice Approach
by Jim Paddon | October 5, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
The term social justice can mean different to different people. It can also leave us confused on exactly what it is or is not.
A Canadian View: Summer Reflections
by Jim Paddon | September 7, 2023 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
As we approach the end of summer here in Canada, for myself and many others, we have had a summer of relaxation and an opportunity to enjoy time with family and exploring new and exciting parts of our vast nation.
A Canadian View: A Spring Renewal
by Jim Paddon | May 4, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Another spring is upon us with all of its hopes for renewal, whether in our faiths, nature, sports, politics, or family.
A Canadian View: Charity and Justice
by Jim Paddon | Apr 13, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
The on-going struggle to introduce and promote social justice within the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul in Canada is one that continues to challenge us in many ways.
A Canadian View: The Indigenous Sharing Circle
by Jim Paddon | Apr 7, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
Our national social justice committee formed a sub committee titled the Indigenous Sharing Circle. (ISC).
A Canadian View: What About Black History?
by Jim Paddon | Mar 3, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
You must look at yourself and any conscious or unconscious biases you may have. You must speak out when you hear others act or comment about someone.
A Canadian View: A Culture of Encounter
by Jim Paddon | Feb 3, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
While we pride ourselves as Vincentians, on our efforts of charity and justice, how often do we really hear what those we serve are telling us?
A Canadian View: Welcome to 2022
by Jim Paddon | Jan 6, 2022 | Formation, Reflections
2022 has arrived! and 2021 is now history.
A Canadian View: Inter-Generational Trauma, Poverty & Racism, Part Three
by Jim Paddon | Dec 16, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
I would like to examine the relationship between trauma, poverty and (systemic) racism over my next three articles. Part Three discusses (systemic) racism.
A Canadian View: Inter-Generational Trauma, Poverty & Racism, Part Two
by Jim Paddon | Dec 2, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
I would like to examine the relationship between trauma, poverty and (systemic) racism over my next three articles. Part Two discusses poverty.
A Canadian View: Inter-Generational Trauma, Poverty & Racism, Part One
by Jim Paddon | Nov 18, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
I would like to examine the relationship between trauma, poverty and (systemic) racism over my next three articles. Part One discusses trauma.
A Canadian View: A Time for Change
by Jim Paddon | Nov 4, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
As we see the changes nature provides to us, perhaps all Vincentians can take this time to examine how we might be open to some personal and organizational changes.
A Canadian View: Diversity is a Fact….Inclusion is an Act
by Jim Paddon | Apr 22, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
As a Canadian, I know for myself and perhaps others, we tend to think systemic racism only exists in other countries but if we look at it from within our borders, we can see it exists here too.