by John Freund, CM | Aug 20, 2023 | Uncategorized
Looking for a simple way to deepen prayer in the coming year? “Pray just a tiny bit more.” This guest post from Susan Stabile offers an example of a simple way of building on things that are already a pattern in our lives. In this case it is as simple asmaking...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 29, 2014 | Uncategorized
The following prayer service was used at a Vincentian Family Gathering with Fr. Gregory Gay at the conclusion of his formal visitation of the Vincentians of the Eastern Province. Opening Song: “We are the Light of the World (Greif) Opening Prayer Leader: Lord...
by Beth | Apr 28, 2014 | Uncategorized
Easter People – Making it Count – Do You Hear the Call? – Don’t Give up! Blessings of Easter joy to my wonderful Vincentian Family around the world. The thrill of Holy Week and especially the Triduum will be imbedded in our memories and hearts. Alleluia,...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 20, 2014 | Uncategorized
“Come and see!”: Love is more powerful, love gives life, love makes hope blossom in the wilderness. “That is why we tell everyone: “Come and see!” In every human situation, marked by frailty, sin and death, the Good News is no mere matter of words, but a...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 20, 2014 | Uncategorized
“Why did Jesus ask the women to go to Galilee” asks Pope Francis in his homily at Easter Vigil. “Galilee is the place where they were first called, where everything began! To return there, to return to the place where they were originally called. ...
by John Freund, CM | Apr 19, 2014 | Uncategorized
Jim Martin SJ has a thoughtful reflection on Why a watered-down Resurrection doesn’t work. The Resurrection may be the hardest thing for people to accept about Christianity. Some agnostics embrace Jesus as a compassionate sage. Seekers, if they’re closer to...
