I came across a writer who drew on her experience to add some personal texture to Jesus’ words at his Last Supper, “As I have loved you, so love one another.”
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A Vincentian View: A Simple Visit
I have been blessed with the privilege of visiting the Marian shrines at Lourdes and Knock several times. I have spent some hours in those special places of prayer.
Forever Shepherding (John 10: 27-30)
The Lord Jesus has his favorite images. Toward the top of the list is the one of shepherd and sheep – not just any shepherd, but the one who is the Good Shepherd.
A Vincentian View: A Good Education
Sister Louise Sullivan, D.C has an article on “The Core Values of Vincentian Education” which provides my regular starting point when I speak of education as an important part of our charism and mission.
Seeing and Believing (John 20: 24-29)
Commenting on the Apostle Thomas, one writer casts him not so much as a doubter but more a stand-in for those many people over the centuries who want more evidence that the Risen Jesus is alive and present.
A Vincentian View: Cost of Discipleship
Whenever I read John 21:15-19, which is only a few verses from the end of the Gospel, I am drawn to reflect on Dietrich Bonhoeffer and his book “The Cost of Discipleship.”
Knowing the Unknowable (John 3:16)
I came across a poem entitled “To the Unknown God.” This heading conveys two things.
A Vincentian View: The Tomorrow of God
At the opening of my homily during the Easter Vigil, I used an expression of Pope Francis that I like very much.
Shining Out
What’s involved in encountering not just the outward appearance of somebody, but more importantly his or her inner life?
A Vincentian View: A Good Thief’s Gift
The synoptic passion narratives are similar, but there are unique elements. One is the story of the Good Thief in Luke’s Gospel which we hear on this Palm/Passion Sunday.
Stumbling Grace (Matthew 16: 13-23)
There’s a way of coming at our Christian faith that links it with perfection.
A Vincentian View: Holy Ground
Whenever we have the reading from the Book of Exodus in which Moses encounters the Lord in the burning bush, I am immediately put in mind of the Church in which I am celebrating the Eucharist.
