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.
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Exploring Laudato Si and Racism
by Jack Murphy, SSVP | November 1, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Concern for the environment thus needs to be joined to a sincere love for our fellow human beings and an unwavering commitment to resolving the problems of society.
Encyclical ‘Fratelli Tutti’: Summary and Commentary (Part 1)
by René Stockman | October 31, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Bro. René Stockman offers here a short summary of chapter 1 of the Encyclical Letter “Fratelli Tutti,” followed by a more personal reflection.
Laudato Si and the Indigenous Worldview
by Archbishop Emeritus Sylvain Lavoie, OMI | October 18, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Pope Francis is one of many strong voices beginning to unite with Indigenous voices in speaking out for the care of the environment.
The Good Samaritan, Pair of Jesuits and St. Vincent
by John Freund, CM | October 16, 2020 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
”Laudato Si’ taught us that EVERYTHING is connected; ‘Fratelli Tutti’ teaches us that EVERYONE is connected.”
A Sight For Sore Eyes
by John Freund, CM | Jan 29, 2021 | Formation, Reflections, Vincentian Family
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.
Two Cardinals Celebrate Funeral of a Homeless Person
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Jan 28, 2021 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
“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.”
The Pope Video – August 2017 – For Artists
by Javier F. Chento | Aug 11, 2017 | Formation, Pope
The arts and nature express the beauty of creation and bring joy to the soul. Let us join the Pope in praying for artists, so that with their creativity, they continue showing us the greatness of God. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0BzXOfBTwc The Pope Video is a...
Pope Francis: Why the only Future Worth Building Includes Everyone
by Javier F. Chento | Aug 9, 2017 | Formation, News, Pope
A few months ago, Pope Francis filmed a message that is worthwhile to meditate upon and may bring to life all of us who are followers of Saint Vincent de Paul. In it he speaks of matters that are very close to our charism: providing a welcome, the need we have of each...
September 27: Share the Journey
by Aidan R. Rooney, C.M. | Aug 5, 2017 | Announcements, News, Pope
Pope Francis is being joined by bishops around the world in launching a global campaign to support our brothers and sisters who have fled their homes seeking a decent and safe life for their families. This historic campaign, “Share the Journey” will respond to some of...
The Pope Video: Those Distant from the Christian Faith
by Elizabeth Astridge | Jul 8, 2017 | Church, News, Pope
Those Distant from the Christian Faith, which is part of "The Pope Video" series promoted by the Vatican, was released Tuesday, July 4. We all know someone close to us who has grown distant from the faith. Let us help them to live the joy of Jesus and pray with the...
The Pope Video: Eliminate Arms Trade
by Elizabeth Astridge | Jun 3, 2017 | Church, News, Pope
Eliminate Arms Trade, which is part of "The Pope Video" series promoted by the Vatican, was released Friday, June 2. Let’s put an end to the arms trade. We can do this. And it’s urgent that we do it. The world does not need merchants of death who get rich on...
The Pope Video: Christians in Africa
by Elizabeth Astridge | May 6, 2017 | Church, News, Pope
Christians in Africa, which is part of "The Pope Video" series promoted by the Vatican, was released Thursday, May 4. That Christians in Africa, in imitation of the Merciful Jesus, may give prophetic witness to reconciliation, justice, and peace. Africa is a continent...
The Pope Video: Youth
by Elizabeth Astridge | Apr 8, 2017 | Church, News, Pope
Youth, which is part of "The Pope Video" series promoted by the Vatican, was released Tuesday, April 4. Young people have in their hands the challenge of building a more just future, a future of solidarity. Let us support them. Let’s pray with the Pope that our youth...
The Pope Video: Help for Persecuted Christians
by Elizabeth Astridge | Mar 4, 2017 | Church, News, Pope
Help for Persecuted Christians, which is part of "The Pope Video" series promoted by the Vatican, was released Thursday, March 2. In many parts of the world, there are Christians who are persecuted simply because of the fact that they are Christians. They need not...
Pope Francis and the Gifts of Lent
by John Freund, CM | Feb 18, 2017 | Church, News, Pope
Is it that time already? Yes, it is! Lent is just a few weeks away and Pope Francis has released his thoughts for Lent and its gifts. “The Word Is a Gift. Other Persons Are a Gift” In Lent he invites us to: rediscover the gift of God’s word, be purified of the sin...