Pope Francis’ message for the 58th World Day of Prayer for Vocations to be celebrated on April 25 reminds us that the foster father of Jesus is an “extraordinary figure, yet at the same time one so close to our own human experience.”
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by John Freund, CM | February 3, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change | 0 Comments
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.
by John Freund, CM | January 29, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family | 1 Comment
An environment of survival withers the hearts of our elderly, taking away their ability to dream. In this way, it cripples the prophecy that our young are called to proclaim and work to achieve.
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | January 28, 2021 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections | 2 Comments
“May we be reminded of the words of St. Gregory the Great, who, when faced with the death of a mendicant from cold, said that Masses would not be celebrated that day because it was like Good Friday.”
by John Freund, CM | January 27, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Systemic change | 1 Comment
There is no doubt in my mind that the earth is a globe revolving in space! So how could I be a “flat-earther”?
by Vincentian Family Office | Apr 19, 2021 | News
Pope Francis’ message for the 58th World Day of Prayer for Vocations to be celebrated on April 25 reminds us that the foster father of Jesus is an “extraordinary figure, yet at the same time one so close to our own human experience.”
by Donna Geernaert, SC | Apr 11, 2021 | Formation, Reflections
In today’s world where countless organisms have been destroyed or are under threat, the cross of Christ reveals God’s redemptive co-suffering with creation in all its complexity, struggle and pain.
by .famvin | Apr 10, 2021 | Church, Formation, Reflections
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: Fundamental Rights.
by .famvin | Apr 6, 2019 | Church, Formation, Reflections
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: Doctors and their Collaborators in War-Torn Areas.
by .famvin | Mar 9, 2019 | Church, Formation, Reflections
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: Recognition of the Right of Christian Communities
by .famvin | Feb 9, 2019 | Church, Formation, Reflections
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: Human Trafficking
by .famvin | Jan 12, 2019 | Church, Formation, Reflections
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: Young People and the Example of Mary.
by John Freund, CM | Dec 28, 2018 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
It is refreshing that Pope Francis’ in his Message for World Day of Peace chooses to focus on “Good Politics and the Service of People.”
by .famvin | Dec 8, 2018 | Church, Formation, Reflections
“The Pope Video” series continues! Watch the latest 2-minute installment: In the Service of the Transmission of Faith
by Elizabeth Astridge | Nov 10, 2018 | Church, Formation, Reflections
This month, the Pope asks us to pray together that the language of love and dialogue may always prevail over the language of conflict. Pope Francis – November 2018 We all want peace. It is desired above all by...
by John Freund, CM | Oct 20, 2018 | Formation, Pope, Spirituality and Spiritual Practice
Although he was somewhat controversial in his day, today the Eastern Province of the Congregation of the Mission is proud of its son, Fr. Thomas Judge.
by Elizabeth Astridge | Oct 20, 2018 | Church, Formation, Reflections
This month, the Pope asks us to not allow ourselves to be robbed of missionary enthusiasm and let us pray that consecrated religious men and women may bestir themselves, and be present among the poor, the marginalized, and those who have no voice. Pope Francis -...