Neighbors can apply for MO HealthNet by visiting https://mydss.mo.gov/healthcare or calling 855-373-9994.  They can also find free professional assistance to navigate the enrollment process by visiting showmecoverage.org or calling 800-891-7350. There is no deadline for enrollment.

Topic: Pregnancy Care Partnership Update

Time: Feb 16, 2022 01:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)

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Topic: Pregnancy Care Partnership Update

Time: Mar 2, 2022 01:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)

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Topic: Pregnancy Care Partnership Update

Time: Mar 16, 2022 06:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)

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SVDP Rapid Rehousing is now available in St. Louis City, St. Louis County, Jefferson County, St. Francois County and Ste. Genevieve County. Conferences must have participated in a Rapid Rehousing Training Session to use the program. To refer a Neighbor into the program, please complete the Eligibility Checklist and Referral Form and email them to homeless@svdpstl.org

All Bed Vouchers have been given to District Presidents to share with Conferences. Bed Vouchers may also be twinned to other Conferences if needed.

SVdP participation in HUSTL Rise and Shine provides funds to the Council Office for utility assistance to our Neighbors. If you have a Neighbor in need of utility assistance, please complete a Council Program Form and send it to requestcouncilprogram@svdpstl.org

OVERVIEW

The Manager of Vincentian Data contributes to a variety of data platforms, databases, and web-based initiatives in service to Vincentians. ServWare, a Neighbor Relationship Management (NRM) software system is used for record keeping and reporting by Vincentian Conferences and the Council Office. This position manages the training (in person, over Zoom and via a learning management system), problem solving, troubleshooting, and daily support of ServWare by others, and plays a key role in the ServWare Steering Committee. This position is expected to maintain positive, productive relationship with the ServWare Developer in creating user requirements for requested software enhancements and oversee new feature introductions in close coordination with the Vincentian community. In addition, this position is also responsible for management and development and implementation of an internal membership database (VMS), future enhancements, and the usage of it for analytics and reporting. Lastly, this position supports the Council Office to design, integrate, and utilize data systems so that they can more effectively support and guide the mission of SVdP.

Dave Little: I believe I became a Vincentian in 2008.

DL: I saw a notice in our parish bulletin to join the Society of St. Vincent de Paul and it seemed like the right time to help others. With a lot of things in life I believe that the Holy Spirit helps guide us in the choices we make and the direction we go. 

DL: I believe the Holy Spirit has been a guiding force in my experience as a Vincentian. The Spirit has led me to become a Vincentian and guided me through hundreds of home visits over the past 13 plus years and to the various committees that I have served on and to my current position.

DL: I have been a member of Queen of All Saints Parish in Oakville since 1987.

DL: I have been married to my wife Sandy for 52 years. Sandy and I are retired. I worked for the United States Department of Agriculture for 34 years mainly in Information Technology. Sandy worked for SSM as an Occupational Therapy Technician and before that as a Pharmacy Tech. We have three children. Mark, Tim, and Christy. Mark is the News Director for the NBC television station in Jackson, Mississippi. Tim has his own Logistic Business. Christy works in Financial Crimes for Wells Fargo Advisors. We have seven grandchildren ranging in age from 25 to 7, four boys and three girls.  

DL: My main hobby is playing golf. We have a golfing group from our parish and we play 12 months a year if weather conditions allow. Generally, if it’s above 40 degrees and relatively dry we layer up and head out to play. I also like to watch older movies. I’m a fan of the movies on Turner Classic Movies. Since I became the President of the South District and a member of the Board of Directors my free time is a little less. But I enjoy what I’m doing for the Society.

DL: I grew up in Crestwood, Missouri. I graduated from St. Elizabeth of Hungary School and St. John Vianney High School. I have a B.S. Degree in Business Management from Southeast Missouri State in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. 

DL: Recently I met with a Conference that is just forming, St. Cecilia’s. They were looking for guidance in what they were doing in helping the neighbors in their area. I told them that I was there to support them just as the Council is there for them. If you need our help, ask. Most every situation they encounter someone has faced before. Look for guidance when in doubt.  

Wednesday, February 16, 2022

10:00am – 12:30pm

Delivered via Zoom

Monday, February 28, 2022

1:00 – 4:00 pm

Delivered via Zoom

Needed . . . young adults to make a difference for Neighbors in Need!

Join the St. Vincent de Paul Young Adult Conference!

The founder of SVdP, Frederic Ozanam, was a college student himself when he started the Society. Young adults are a key part of the transformational work that the Society is doing in our area. This is an excellent time for them to grow in fellowship and in their faith as they volunteer to serve those in need.

For more information, please email Bryan Kirchoff at bryankirchoff@att.net

Someone asked the other day: what does service or even programs, that may seem secular in nature, have to do with the spiritual growth of Vincentian, or growth in holiness?

Many people, once becoming familiar with the rule of the Society, are surprised to see the emphasis on spiritual growth and personal holiness. They might think, “I thought this was a service organization!” On the other hand, others who are familiar with the Society may then raise questions such as, “what does a bed program have to do with spiritual growth?”, or, ”what does paying this utility bill have to do with holiness?”

We also often hear about the 3 essential elements of the Society: spirituality, friendship, and service. It is easy to see these as distinct, and perhaps in some ways it is helpful to recognize them as distinct elements. But viewing them separately can make it seem as if they aren’t connected or create a reality where one is emphasized, and another is less realized.

The key is to ask ourselves what unifies these 3 elements, what makes them a unity? (Read More)

Rendu was beatified by Pope John Paul II on November 9, 2003. The Pope’s beatification homily provides a beautiful description of the charity and spirituality of both Rendu and the Vincentian family: “Where did she draw the strength to carry out so many things? From her intense prayer life and the continuous praying of the Rosary, which she never abandoned. Her secret was simple: to see the face of Christ in every man and woman, as a true daughter of St Vincent de Paul and like another Sister of her epoch, St Catherine Labouré. Let us give thanks for the witness of charity that the Vincentian family gives unceasingly to the world!”

Conferences and Vincentians are welcome to use the Conference rooms at the Cool Valley Thrift Outlet.

To schedule a conference room, contact Steve Poppe at

stevep@svdpstl.org or 314-881-6024.

Meeting ID: 989 8066 7271 Passcode: vincent

 or dial in: (312) 626-6799

To add a name to the list contact Steve Rupp at stever@svdpstl.org