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Black History Month: Good Trouble 90 135 SVDP USA
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Black History Month: Good Trouble

Written by: Fr. Perry Henry, C.M. Provincial Black History Month is the annual celebration of the achievements and essential role African American individuals and communities have played throughout the history of our nation. It traces its origin to “Negro History Week” the brainchild of the noted black historian Carter G. Woodson in the early 20th…

Contemplation — Hearts Filled with Joy 1080 1080 SVDP USA
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Contemplation — Hearts Filled with Joy

The primary purpose of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is the spiritual growth of its members. We seek, by serving the poor, to see His suffering and to grow closer to Him and welcoming the neighbor into His love. All this suffering serves a purpose in God’s plan, but that does not mean…

SVdP News Roundup February 11 – February 17 1080 1080 SVDP USA
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SVdP News Roundup February 11 – February 17

With 100,000 Vincentians across the United States and nearly 800,000 around the world, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul provides person-to-person service to those who are needy and suffering. Read some of their stories here: INTERNATIONAL AUSTRALIA: Vinnies urges Government to lift income support payments IRELAND: St. Vincent de Paul Receives Record Number of Calls for Assistance…

A Week in Prayers February 13 – February 17 1080 1080 SVDP USA
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A Week in Prayers February 13 – February 17

Monday, February 13 My God and my all, By Your great love You fill my heart with hope, My mind with joy, And my soul with peace. All that I am and all that I have Is Yours. Amen Tuesday, February 14 Lord, You return a hundredfold My faith, my prayer, my love With the…

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SVdP Disaster Services Supports Buffalo Blizzard Victims

It was called “a once-in-a-generation event.” The major winter storm that impacted parts of the U.S. and Western New York. Buffalo and surrounding areas are used to experiencing severe winter weather, but nothing like the storm that took place last December. The weather event caused 51.9 inches of snow to fall, -30 degree wind chills, 80…

02-16-2023 A Letter From Our Servant Leaders 900 900 SVDP USA
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02-16-2023 A Letter From Our Servant Leaders

Dear Vincentian Friends, Our mission statement says that we are “A network of friends inspired by Gospel values.” True to the vision of our principal founder, Blessed Frédéric Ozanam, our network of charity has come to embrace the whole world. Administering that global network and making it feel real to Vincentians is the work of…

Contemplation — A Ministry of Presence 1080 1080 SVDP USA
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Contemplation — A Ministry of Presence

It is a deeply ingrained tenet of our charism that Vincentians are doers. We don’t just talk about serving, we serve. At the same time, we must always remember that we are not called to action for action’s sake, but for our growth in holiness. The more selflessly we serve, the more it benefits our…

SVdP News Roundup February 4 — February 10 1080 1080 SVDP USA
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SVdP News Roundup February 4 — February 10

With 100,000 Vincentians across the United States and nearly 800,000 around the world, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul provides person-to-person service to those who are needy and suffering. Read some of their stories here: INTERNATIONAL AUSTRALIA: Vinnies welcomes majority support for Voice to Parliament IRELAND: Westminster churches offer Warm Spaces and warmer welcomes NATIONAL ATLANTA, GA:…

A Week in Prayers February 6 — February 10 1080 1080 SVDP USA
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A Week in Prayers February 6 — February 10

Monday, February 6 Heal me, Lord, in Your mercy, Make me free in both body and soul. May I rise in Your love every morning And sleep in Your peace every night And through all of my waking hours May I serve You with all of my strength. Amen Tuesday, February 7 Pray for us…

Black History Month — Resisting the Plague of Racism 1080 1080 SVDP USA
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Black History Month — Resisting the Plague of Racism

Written by: Pam Matambanadzo, National Multicultural and Diversity Committee Chair We continue our reflection on Black History month and its theme for 2023 – “Black Resistance.” Last week Connie and Wayne challenged us to reflect, relate and release.  Do you feel you can relate? As a Vincentian, are you open to accompanying those living on…

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