Do We Tell the Stories of Our Ordinary Saints?
Do we tell the stories of our ordinary saints? Shouldn’t we be celebrating rather than denigrating?
A Vision of Holiness Vincentians Can Relate To
This holiness to which the Lord calls you will grow through small gestures. Very often it is a holiness found in our next-door neighbors, those who, living in our midst, reflect God’s presence.
The Easter Challenge Through Vincentian Eyes
The challenge of Easter through Vincentian eyes.
The Dream of Vincent
Reaching out to a dream, a vision can be risky! What a precious feeling to be supported, to have others say you can do it, we can do it together!
Holy Week – the greatest change in human consciousness
“Do you understand what I have done for you?”… I have set you an example that you should do as I have done for you. … Now that you know these things, you will be blessed if you do them. John 13: 11-17
Living in a Time of Extremes – Wisdom from St. Paul to Oscar Romero
To us who live in a time when extremes on the left and right of the spectrum seem glaring, St. Paul comes with this counsel for keeping on course. “Do not conform yourselves to this age. But be transformed by the renewal of your mind.” To paraphrase him, “
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!