I need to remember that while I can’t do everything, I must do something.
Fratelli Tutti
Pledging a “Better Kind of Politics”?
by John Freund, CM | September 15, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice, Systemic change | 1 Comment
Pope Francis calls us to “build a better kind of politics”. The USCCB suggest almost a “12 step program” for building community as envisaged when we truly commit to what we pray for in the “Our Father.”
I Can’t Do Everything!
by John Freund, CM | March 3, 2021 | Systemic change, Vincentian Family | 3 Comments
I need to remember that while I can’t do everything, I must do something.
Ever Given Up On a Dream?
by John Freund, CM | February 26, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family | 0 Comments
Pope Francis, in “Envisioning and engendering an Open World,” presents a world where we move beyond the original fault of self-centeredness to recognizing the worth of every human person.
Can We Recognize Ourselves?
by John Freund, CM | February 12, 2021 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Can we recognize ourselves as modern “passers-by”?
Ever Given Up On a Dream?
by John Freund, CM | Feb 26, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
Pope Francis, in “Envisioning and engendering an Open World,” presents a world where we move beyond the original fault of self-centeredness to recognizing the worth of every human person.
Can We Recognize Ourselves?
by John Freund, CM | Feb 12, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
Can we recognize ourselves as modern “passers-by”?
Connecting Lent, Valentine’s Day and Systemic Change
by John Freund, CM | Feb 10, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change, Vincentian Family
At first glance, it may seem like quite a stretch to connect Ash Wednesday, Valentine’s Day and Systemic Change. But hear me out. Actually, it is not that hard.
How Build Community in our Divided World?
by John Freund, CM | Feb 5, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
A quick foray into various styles of conflict resolution suggests that there are two major concerns underlying how people approach conflict- concern for self (assertiveness) and concern for others (empathy).
It’s All Pope Francis’ Fault!
by John Freund, CM | Feb 3, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
Since last October Jesus’ “story” has found a home in my heart to a degree I never expected. And it is all Pope Francis’ fault! I can no longer tame the shock of the story. What a challenge to change my way of thinking.
Aren’t We All “Flat-earthers”?
by John Freund, CM | Jan 27, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
There is no doubt in my mind that the earth is a globe revolving in space! So how could I be a “flat-earther”?
Making Sense Of What Just Happened
by John Freund, CM | Jan 13, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change
“Are you the only one in the world who has not heard what is going on in (Washington?)” (Luke 24:18) People from around the world are trying to make sense of recent events. I offer some resources for reflection.
Encyclical ‘Fratelli Tutti’: Summary and Commentary (and Part 8)
by René Stockman | Dec 19, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Bro. René Stockman offers here a short summary of chapter 8 of the Encyclical Letter “Fratelli Tutti”, followed by a more personal reflection.
Encyclical ‘Fratelli Tutti’: Summary and Commentary (Part 7)
by René Stockman | Dec 12, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Bro. René Stockman offers here a short summary of chapter 7 of the Encyclical Letter “Fratelli Tutti”, followed by a more personal reflection.
Encyclical ‘Fratelli Tutti’: Summary and Commentary (Part 6)
by René Stockman | Dec 5, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Bro. René Stockman offers here a short summary of chapter 6 of the Encyclical Letter “Fratelli Tutti”, followed by a more personal reflection.
Encyclical ‘Fratelli Tutti’: Summary and Commentary (Part 5)
by René Stockman | Nov 28, 2020 | Formation, Reflections
Bro. René Stockman offers here a short summary of chapter 5 of the Encyclical Letter “Fratelli Tutti”, followed by a more personal reflection.