the life you change
Have you ever considered sharing your gifts to serve those in need?
Here is your chance-consider becoming a member of the Society of St Vincent de Paul. We welcome you to join us at an upcoming meeting on the first or third Tuesday of the month at the St Michael's Lake House at 6:30 PM.
The mission of the Society is the spiritual development of it's members through service to others. Your gifts will help those in need and maybe change their life. But remember...
The life you change may be your own.
To learn more, contact us at info@svdp-rva.org
News from the Society
Sept. 22 - Renewal of promises
Vincentians gathered at 9:15 a.m. Mass at St. Michael for our annual renewal of Vincentian promises - among them, to spread God's love through works of mercy and to listen with respect to people in need and respond to their needs.
Sept. 21 - Friends of the Poor Walk
Thanks to your help, our 2024 Richmond Friends of the Poor Walk was a big success! We had 192 walkers and brought in $38,000, which will be shared among the Richmond conferences based on their participation. https://events.idonate.com/fopwalk-council-richmond
Sept. 8 - Auction, raffle preview
We're excited to showcase our silent auction and raffle baskets, which will support our Friends of the Poor Walk. Vincentians will sell raffle tickets in the Parish Hall on Sept. 8th during Coffee and Donuts after the three morning masses and in the Commons after all masses on Sept. 14th & 15th. You can also sign up for the Sept. 21st walk. https://events.idonate.com/fopwalk-council-richmond
Aug. 30 - Vincentian saints
Members and friends of the society gathered at St. Michael Day Chapel, where our spiritual advisor, Andy Cirmo, did a presentation on Vincentian saints. Among them were St. Vincent de Paul and St. Louise de Marillac, who devoted their lives to the poor.
Aug. 10 - Ozanam training
Our Richmond Council presented a deep-dive class on the society called Ozanam Orientation, named after our founder, Frederic Ozanam , from 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. on Sat., Aug. 10, in room 205 at St. Michael Church. To register, contact Dan Kearns at at dkearns@svdp-rvacouncil.org
Ozanam Sunday
Vincentians gathered at Mass for a blessing from Fr. Dan on April 28th for "Ozanam Sunday," named after society founder Blessed Frederic Ozanam. https://svdp-rva.org/who-we-are
First and Third Tuesday
Meetings at 6:30 PM in St Michael's Lake House Social Hall (check the monitor in the main building to confirm meeting room). In working with the Diocese, all meetings are now being held via video conference call. For more info, please email info@svdp-rva.org
Vincent's Pantry
Vincent's Pantry is now open and serving our friends in need with groceries. The pantry is not an open / walk in pantry. You have to register and will receive an appointed time to arrive. For more information, you can contact 804-997-4502.
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