Thank You Vincent – You Changed Your World… and Our World
After reading this post I hope you too will say… Thank you, Vincent, for being such an amazing change agent in your time and even our times.
The Heart of University Life is a Project of Discovery
“The Heart of University Life is a project of discovery.” This is how the Vincentian Superior General sees the ministry of higher education. In his career-focused to Niaraga University he spoke of the great power of a university in it faculty and students. I ask you to use it in ever more creative ways.
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You might not be aware there is a searchable database containing over 700 picture-quotes draw on the wisdom of St. Vincent and other Vincentian Heritage figures.
The Relevance of “Charity’s Saint” For Today
Vincent de Paul: Charity’s Saint is a wonderful documentary about Saint Vincent and Saint Louise:. If you have not seen it, or have not seen it in a while, take some time this week to enjoy the trailer or full-length movie available on YouTube
Why Bother About a Man Who Lived 400 Years Ago?
Why bother about a man who lived 400 years ago? Why are more than a million people from all walks of life and every corner of the world on fire with a passion to serve following in his footsteps?
Did St. Vincent Ever Envision Vincentian Universities?
The short answer to the question “Did Vincent ever envision Vincentian Universities?” is probably no. But that may not be the right question. Read what is happening. You be the judge!
Rom 16, 13 reads: "Greet Rufus, chosen in the Lord; and greet his mother—a mother to me also." If this…
Have a blessed Holy Week!
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Generally, I love the laconic nature of Mark's Gospel. The Passion narrative is very compelling in its starkness, with one…
Father John, Blessings to you as you step cautiously down that new path. Grace and Peace be with you!