by Ross Reyes Dizon | May 31, 2016 | Formation, Reflections
Human misery leaves Jesus troubled, and he seeks that other people’s miseries leave us likewise troubled. The disciples and a large crowd accompany Jesus to Nain. A large crowd from Nain is with a widow at her only son’s funeral procession. The stage is set for a...
by Javier F. Chento | May 30, 2016 | Collaboration, Formation, Reflections
On our real life conditions. Our standard of living, in general, does not come close to that of the real poor in our society. Many who are near us have no fixed jobs and have to hold on to anything to survive… In many cases, our standard of living is also far...
by Lynn L'Heureux | May 30, 2016 | Formation, Reflections
Listen to Your Heart – Apostles’ Creed Today – Vincentians Serving in Faith – Called to Serve in Joy Listen to Your Heart – When you listen to your heart chances are God has a message for you. Talking to God, answers are in your heart. Lord, open...
by Famvin Media Resources | May 29, 2016 | Formation, Media
God has a plan for each of our lives. We are all called to be saints. It is beautiful to read about each person’s unique journey, especially to the religious life. May 25, 1802 marks the day that Blessed Rosalie Rendu entered the Daughters of Charity in Paris....
by Michael Whalen, CM | May 29, 2016 | Formation, Reflections
In his reflection on Mary and her role in God’s economy of mercy, Pope Francis pauses with Mary at the threshold of Elizabeth’s home. He writes in MV #24: Chosen to be the Mother of the Son of God, Mary, from the outset, was prepared by the love of God to be the Ark...
by John Freund, CM | May 28, 2016 | Formation, Reflections
Ever wonder what made Vincent Vincent? Here’s a thought. The value of vulnerability and eye-openers. A few days ago I read a description of Jesus’ way of formation. It went something like this… When Jesus sent his apostles into society he insisted they be...
