What does being “simple as a dove” really mean?
“Be simple as doves” It is an expression well known even beyond Vincentian circles. But I for one never thought to look into why the dove is used as a symbol of simplicity.
Are We to be Signs of the Times?
We can show living and breathing testimony that the Kingdom of God is here in our midst and is ever more steadily bending toward goodness.
Catching Up on Vincentian Values in Lent – Week Two
Experience the Vincentian Values through the stories of people inspired by St. Vincent de Paul. Through the 40 days of Lent, a new story will be shared daily. Make it your Lenten challenge to dive into the five Vincentian virtues of simplicity, meekness, mortification, humility and zeal.
Our Lady of the.. Highway? Hitting the Road in a Mobile Chapel
Can you imagine a chapel on an 18 wheeler crisscrossing the United States Interstate Highway system serving truckers? That is what is happening in Brazil!
First Systemic Change National Congress in Panama, February 15-18, 2018
 The Vincentian Family in our Region of Panama is asking questions… very significant questions… about how to serve more effectively!
Catching Up on Vincentian Values During Lent – Week One
Experience the Vincentian Values through the stories of people inspired by St. Vincent de Paul. Through the 40 days of Lent, a new story will be shared daily. Make it your Lenten challenge to dive into the five Vincentian virtues of simplicity, meekness, mortification, humility and zeal.
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!
I have never thought about the people that were named in the Gospels. I would agree that they may be…
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!