Vincentian Community News
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“Let us love this little Society which has placed us on the path to a more charitable and more Christian life.”
-Blessed Frederic Ozanam
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The next Ozanam Orientation is scheduled for Saturday, June 25 from 9:00am - 2:30pm at Christ the King in Belton. Register by clicking on this link: Ozanam Orientation.
Registration is also now open for the upcoming Ozanam Orientations:
Ozanam Orientations are designed to set up our new Vincentians for success and re-energize those Vincentians who have already served. All new Vincentians are asked to attend an Ozanam Orientation within their first year in ministry; current Vincentians should attend an Ozanam refresher every 3-5 years.
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Registration will is now open for the 2022 National Assembly! It will be held in Baltimore, Maryland at the Marriott Baltimore Waterfront from August 30 – September 3. You are invited to gather with other Vincentian family and friends and participate in this wonderful event. Click here for more information and to register.
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COVID-19 Community Level: Medium
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The COVID-19 community level for Austin-Travis County is currently medium. The risk-based guidelines includes three community levels of risk: low, medium and high.
The policy in the SVdP Thrift Store and the Council Offices is now "Wearing a mask is optional."
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SVdP Diversity Membership
Recruitment & Services Grant
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Request for Proposals: SVdP Diversity Membership Recruitment & Services Grant
Available Funding: $125,000
Grants Awards: Up to $5,000 per Conference
Applications due: Friday, June 17, 2022
To help stimulate recruitment efforts and services of Conferences with predominately diverse members, the National Council launches a SVdP Diversity Membership Recruitment & Services Grant aimed to increase diversity in Conference membership and services.
The grant program’s priorities are:
· Recruitment of new and returning diverse members with ethnic background
· Provide financial resources for services and assistance to neighbors served
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In Fréderic Ozanam’s original vision for the Society, he expressed a desire that Vincentians use their meetings as an opportunity to serve neighbors in need and personal spiritual growth. When Vincentians gather together at traditional meetings and innovative webinars, they can share their talents and resources in service of our neighbors in need.
Please check out these great opportunities for the Fred Talks - great 4 - 5 minute videos that can be used for reflection at your Conference meetings!
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St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store
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We have some exciting news to share! Customers can now purchase SVdP Gift Cards from the St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store. The gift cards can be purchased during store hours Wednesday - Saturday from 10:00am - 5:00pm.
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Are you seeking a volunteer opportunity for a few hours each week with a true purpose? The SVdP Thrift Store can use your skills. If you have a heart that wants to touch others and help people, the SVdP Thrift Store is for you. Your experience and skills can be utilized as greeter, a cashier, a product sorter in the processing area or even a jewelry salesperson. You can sign up by clicking on the link.
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The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity
Gospel reading and reflection
June 12, 2022
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Gospel: (John 16: 12-15)
Jesus said to his disciples: “I have much more to tell you, but you cannot bear it now. But when he comes, the Spirit of truth, he will guide you to all truth. He will not speak on his own, but he will speak what he hears, and will declare to you the things that are coming. He will glorify me, because he will take from what is mine and declare it to you. Everything that the Father has is mine; for this reason I told you that he will take from what is mine and declare it to you.” Read more...
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We will offer them up in prayer weekly.
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National Gazette Questions and Answers
Q: Can a person who is seeking assistance become an Active Conference member?
A: A neighbor served can indeed become an active member of a Conference so long as the requirements for an active member are met; is Catholic, attends meetings regularly, and participates in the activities, works and life of the Conference. All three are important to be an Active Member. If #1 or #2 is missing, they are Associate Members. The Rule, Part III, Statute 3 clearly identifies the membership types. However, experience has shown that it is best for them to join after their personal situation is stabilized/satisfied.
Preguntas y Respuestas de la
Oficina Nacional
P: ¿Puede una persona que busca asistencia convertirse en miembro activo de la Conferencia?
R: Un vecino atendido puede convertirse en miembro activo de una Conferencia siempre que cumpla con los requisitos para un miembro activo; es católico, asiste regularmente a las reuniones y participa en las actividades, trabajos y vida de la Conferencia. Los tres son importantes para ser un miembro activo. Si falta el #1 o el #2, son Miembros Asociados. La Regla, Parte III, Estatuto 3 identifica claramente los tipos de membresía. Sin embargo, la experiencia ha demostrado que es mejor para ellos unirse después de que su situación personal esté estabilizada/satisfecha.
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You can make a difference by sharing your time and talents. The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Diocesan Council of Austin has new volunteer opportunities available in the Thrift Store, Client Services, and Council Office. We now have a new and easy way for you to sign up. Visit the volunteer page on ssvdp.org/volunteer, complete the form, and submit it. You will be contacted by a Council staff member.
Ready to volunteer? Click on this link to sign up!
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Donate your vehicle to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. We make donating your car, truck, motorcycle, or boat easy. Call 1-800-317-SVDP (7837) or visit www.ssvdp.org/vehicle-donation. The process is free and easy!
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Thank you to our Sponsors and Partners
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Partner Programs
An easy and free way to support the work of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is to join our partner programs. Sign up for one or both of the programs, and our partner agencies will donate a portion of their proceeds from your purchases to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. You can find more information by clicking this link.
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June 25, 2022
9:00am - 2:30pm
Christ the King
Belton
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Fourth of July
July 4, 2022
Council Office Closed
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August 27, 2022
9:00am - 2:30pm
St. Anthony Marie de Claret
Kyle
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August 30 - September 3
Baltimore, Maryland
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Friends of the Poor Walk
October 1, 2022
9:00am - 12:00pm
St. Louis Parish
Austin
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October 22, 2022
9:00am - 2:30pm
St. Paul
Smithville
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Council Office:
Monday - Friday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Client Services:
Tuesday - Friday
9:00am - 12:00pm
Food Pantry:
Saturday
9:00am - 12:00pm
St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store
Wednesday - Saturday
10:00am - 5:00pm
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Contact Us:
Rick Bologna, Stores Director, rick.bologna@ssvdp.org
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*Deadline submission for the eNews is Wednesday at noon.
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