St. Vincent de Paul Ministry

For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me. - Matthew 25: 34-36

Mission Statement:

In a spirit of justice and charity, to work to serve anyone in need. This mission can be pursued at the neighborhood level through volunteer efforts in our parish or on a citywide level through support of professional social service programs working to break the cycles of homelessness, poverty, hunger, substance abuse and battering.

Vision Statement:

What the ministry is about:

A group of women and men that “seeks in a spirit of justice and charity and by person-to-person involvement of its members, to help those who are suffering.” It provides direct service, to address human dignity needs relevant to/and related to Catholic Social Teaching. The ministry collaborates with other people & agencies of good will in relieving “de-humanizing need” and working to spread Gospel values.

Suggested Attributes:

You can serve in this Ministry in a variety of ways. It is important that you have time to commit to this ministry during the week. Interpersonal communication skills are helpful. An ability to organize and provide guidance is also important. Basic computer skills are helpful. Prior experience operating a business would be helpful if you want to assist in creating and operating a Thrift Store. Naturally caring, compassionate and giving person.

If you would like more information or interested in participating in this ministry, complete the form below and click the submit button or give the rectory a call at (707) 553-1355.