Vincent de Paul and Louise de Marillac both held Saint Francis de Sales in high esteem.
Vincentian View
A Vincentian View: Who Do You Say That I Am
by Pat Griffin, CM | September 11, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
Jesus gathers his disciples and asks them an important question “Who do people say that I am?”
A Vincentian View: Labor Day
by Pat Griffin, CM | August 28, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
We can imagine Jesus spent much of his life in honest labor working with his hands and serving his community by his daily efforts.
A Vincentian View: Running the Good Race
by Pat Griffin, CM | August 14, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 1 Comment
As we take pleasure in watching the Olympic Games in these weeks, the images of Paul take on a particular character.
A Vincentian View: “Earthen Vessels”
by Pat Griffin, CM | July 31, 2024 | Formation, Reflections | 0 Comments
The “earthen vessel” provides an illustrative image as we consider the ministry and mission of the Apostle James.
A Vincentian View: An Art Gallery
by Pat Griffin, CM | Jul 3, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
I love to teach about the Psalms. When I do, the first image that I offer to suggest the breadth and depth of these biblical poems/songs is an Art Gallery.
A Vincentian View: Inspiration
by Pat Griffin, CM | Jun 19, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
We pray for the inspiration of the Holy Spirit as we pray and live the Gospel.
A Vincentian View: A Great Symphony of Prayer
by Pat Griffin, CM | Mar 13, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
In preparation for the Jubilee Year 2025, Pope Francis has invited the Christian community to center 2024 around the theme of prayer.
A Vincentian View: The Transfiguration – Listen
by Pat Griffin, CM | Feb 28, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
For the last years, I do not think that I have meditated on any theme more often that listening. Most recently, the line that ends the story of the Transfiguration has attracted me.
A Vincentian View: What a Difference a Day Makes
by Pat Griffin, CM | Feb 14, 2024 | Formation, Reflections
Ash Wednesday follows Mardi Gras – “Fat Tuesday.” The days stand out as contrasts.
A Vincentian View: Reconciliation and Renewal
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.
A Vincentian View: Dreaming
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.
A Vincentian View: “Becoming a Mother”
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.
A Vincentian View: A Cry in the Silence
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”?
A Vincentian View: Back to the Beginning
by Pat Griffin, CM | Dec 6, 2023 | Formation, Reflections
Are you ready for the beginning of a new liturgical year?
A Vincentian View: Thinking about Thanks
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.