We can imagine Jesus spent much of his life in honest labor working with his hands and serving his community by his daily efforts.

by Tomasz Zieliński | January 3, 2025 | Congregation of the Mission, News, Vincentian Family | 0 Comments
by Pat Griffin, CM | November 20, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
Pope Francis’ most recent encyclical (Dilexit nos, “He Loved us,” October 2024) finds a welcome place in our Vincentian reflections.
by Pat Griffin, CM | November 6, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
In the Gospels, Jesus mentions the “little ones” on several occasions. He says that they need to be treated with respect (Mt 18:10).
by Pat Griffin, CM | October 23, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 2 Comments
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.
by Pat Griffin, CM | Aug 28, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
We can imagine Jesus spent much of his life in honest labor working with his hands and serving his community by his daily efforts.
by Pat Griffin, CM | Aug 14, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
As we take pleasure in watching the Olympic Games in these weeks, the images of Paul take on a particular character.
by Pat Griffin, CM | Jul 31, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
The “earthen vessel” provides an illustrative image as we consider the ministry and mission of the Apostle James.
by Pat Griffin, CM | Jan 31, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
When I celebrate the sacrament of reconciliation with people, my emphasis does not solely embrace God’s forgiveness of our sins of the past, but promotes God’s grace to live a better future.
by Pat Griffin, CM | Jan 17, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
The “March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom” on August 28,1963 was scheduled to include a 3-hour program of speeches and performances by various civil rights leaders.
by Pat Griffin, CM | Jan 3, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
This Christmastime has had a special character for me. Watching each of my nieces with her child has been an education.
by Pat Griffin, CM | Dec 20, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Of all the songs associated with the Christmas season, is there any more widely known or sung than “Silent Night”?
by Pat Griffin, CM | Dec 6, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Are you ready for the beginning of a new liturgical year?
by Pat Griffin, CM | Nov 22, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
When we think about the celebration of Thanksgiving, one scriptural passage readily emerges from our Gospel readings.
by Pat Griffin, CM | Nov 8, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Each of the days that introduce the month of November—All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day—brings a different word to my mind.
by Pat Griffin, CM | Oct 25, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Have you been praying for peace in these days? I hope so. I certainly have. As I do so, I find myself reflecting on the meaning of the word “peace” and what it means for the Christian.
by Pat Griffin, CM | Oct 11, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
It requires little effort to multiply the reminders that this is God’s world and given to us as a gift and a responsibility.