Please pray for the repose of the soul of Robert William Plock, (70) who died suddenly Tuesday, February 21. A private family service will be held in Houston, Texas.
Month: February 2017
Story of what being a Vincentian means
I’ve come to notice that not many people outside of NU understand the term “Vincentian,” which I hope will change after this post.
SJU – From Fasting to Feeding – Rediscover Jesus
Rediscover Jesus: From Fasting to Feeding
Meet the new President of DePaul University
Meet Dr. Gabriel Esteban in this interview.
Stories of lives being rebuilt in Germantown
Who knew there was that much money to be made from old computers. More importantly, who knew that ex-offenders could build new lives from those spare parts. NPR affiliate Newsworks Philly, offers stories that begin with two Vincentians in Germantown and how their program, PAR-Recycle Works, led to the stories of four changed lives. Two Vincentians: Timothy […]
“Your Call” – Superior General reflects on the missionary vocation
“Your Call” – In today’s presentation the 5th video of Father Tomaž Mavrič, Superior General, we recall that, in the letter addressed to the entire Vincentian Family for the opening of the celebration of 400 years of the birth of our charism. He invites us to be attentive to the cry of the poor, especially […]
SJU Ozanam Scholar mixes Arts and Social Justice
In a testimony to the impact of the Ozanam Scholar program, Jeremy Ashton switched career goals from the arts to using the arts for social justice. Jeremy Ashton ’17C ‘18G came to St. John’s University from Orlando, FL in the fall of 2013 because he was offered a scholarship through the selective Ozanam Scholars Program. […]
New video series – Father Tomaž Mavrič, CM
There is a new video series with the messages from the Superior General, Tomaž Mavrič, CM. These videos are addressed to the entire Vincentian Family in this Jubilee Year celebrating the 400th anniversary of the birth of our charism.
NUNTIA – Celebrating 400 years of fidelity
The January issue of NUNTIA, the official newsletter of the International Congregation of the Mission is now available. As you will see it is filled with much information about the various celebrations of the 400th Anniversary of the founding of the Congregation of the Mission and the stories of our fidelity to it today. CELEBRATION […]
Pope Francis and the gifts of Lent
Is it that time already? Yes, it is! Lent is just a few weeks away and Pope Francis has released his thoughts for Lent and its gifts. “The Word Is a Gift. Other Persons Are a Gift” In Lent he invites us to rediscover the gift of God’s word, be purified of the sin that blinds […]
On pilgrimage with the relic of St. Vincent
On pilgrimage with the relic of St. Vincent The journey actual began on 25 January 1617, 400 years ago, when St. Vincent de Paul preached what is now known as the “First Sermon of the Mission.” To commemorate this day, the Daughters of Charity and members of the Vincentian Family in France held a pilgrimage […]
St. John’s celebrating the 400th Anniversary of Vincentian Charism
In the context of St. John’s celebrating the 400th Anniversary of the Vincentian charism their website presented the following. For Lorin Kruzynski ’17TCB, serving those in need has played a valuable role in her St. John’s education. “My experience of the Vincentian charism has been eye-opening,” she said recently. “Service teaches you so much about others—and yourself.”That, […]
SVDP President speaks out welcoming the stranger
Urge Congress to pass the BRIDGE Act, a nonpartisan proposal just now being introduced in both chambers, and then move on to comprehensive immigration reform.
Niagara University series of non-denominational reflections on Vincent
Non-denominational reflections on the words of Vincent.
Br. Joey T. and St. Vincent DePaul Young Adult Center
Br. Joey T still lives in the memory of many! Especially in people connected with the St. Vincent de Paul Young Adult Center in Philadelphia who have asked that word be spread so that more could attend the dedication of a chapel in his memory.. On the second floor of our center, in the rec room where […]
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!