When we read one of the most powerful of parables in the Gospel of Luke, the Good Samaritan, we could highlight five characters within the story itself.
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A Vincentian View: Bearing the Marks of Jesus
The last paragraph of Paul’s letter to the Galatians begins with an eye-catching line. It would literally be so if we could see the original text.
A Vincentian View: Three Hearts
Last week, we celebrated the Sacred Heart of Jesus followed by the Immaculate Heart of Mary. It seems appropriate to link these two celebrations.
A Vincentian View: A Gift for the Whole World
Matthew’s Gospel gives special emphasis to Jesus as the one who fulfills the promises made to the People of Israel.
A Vincentian View: Roses in December
The eyes of many members of Sunday communities open a little wider on the Third Sunday of Advent as they see the celebrant of the assembly arrive in rose-colored vestments.
A Vincentian View: Beginning with Luke
During 2025, our attention for the Sunday Gospels of Ordinary Time finds its focus on Luke’s story of Jesus.
A Vincentian View: A Sacred Heart
Pope Francis’ most recent encyclical (Dilexit nos, “He Loved us,” October 2024) finds a welcome place in our Vincentian reflections.
A Vincentian View: “Caring for the Little Ones”
In the Gospels, Jesus mentions the “little ones” on several occasions. He says that they need to be treated with respect (Mt 18:10).
A Vincentian View: Jesus and Psalm 133:1
Praying and preaching the psalms has been one of my great joys for many years. The opportunity to take a psalm and reflect upon its meaning has challenged me to study its context and appreciate its message.
A Vincentian View: A Story for Yom Kippur – Jonah
As Christians, we can pray with and for our Jewish brothers and sisters on these holy days. We can learn from their time of devotion and reflection.
A Vincentian View: What Must Be Done?
Each year, St. John’s University celebrates Founder’s Week. From September 20-27, the days point the University towards St. Vincent and our charism, and they conclude with the great Solemnity on the 27th.
A Vincentian View: Who Do You Say That I Am
Jesus gathers his disciples and asks them an important question “Who do people say that I am?”
