A biographer of geniuses thinks their most common trait may be the extraordinary ability to apply creativity and imaginative thinking to almost any situation.
In this Vincentian Mindwalk I explore why St. Vincent dePaul should be classified as a genius. By his life, Vin…
In this Vincentian Mindwalk I explore how Vincentians are becoming aware of themelves as a movement rather than just branches of a specific family. People from all walks of life and professions seek to serve the poor and the marginalized wherever they may be and whateve…
In this Vincentian Mindwalk, I explore the stained glass windows of the great cathedrals as catechisms about God. I will also look at lessons of “the cathedral of creation.”
Blending systemic change and a “culture of encounter”
The kingdom is waking up to being sons and daughters of God, brothers and sisters to one another. In a polarized world what could be a more radical change in consciousness?
From Henry David Thoreau in his classic, Walden to Atticus Finch in To Kill a Mocking Bird” we hear the reminder to enter another’s world. But how?
“It’s Time for a Theology of Encounter”. It is a key concept in Pope Francis’ vision of the church.
I am not aware of anyone writing about the impact of Zooming on the Vincentian Charism. I offer this “Mindwalk” as personal reflections.
Throughout a month-long celebration, the world’s 2.2 billion Christians come together to care for our common home.
Pope Francis’ “field hospital” and VIncent de Paul’s Rented Room Ecclesiology spreading “like a great fire” among lay professionals in 13 fields.
Why would Mary be called Queen of Heaven?
On the anniversary of the establishment of the Confraternities of Charity, there is a still under the radar phenomenon springing up among Vincentian laity in various professions.
Welcome to my parlor or kitchen table… a space where people feel comfortable in talking with friends that matter, about things that matter.