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"One thing is wanting - works of charity. The blessing of the poor is the blessing of God. Let us go to the poor."
-Blessed Frederic Ozanam
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24th Sunday of Ordinary Time |
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Gospel Reading: (Matthew 18:21-35)
Peter approached Jesus and asked him, “Lord, if my brother sins against me, how often must I forgive? As many as seven times?” Jesus answered, “I say to you, not seven times but seventy-seven times. That is why the kingdom of heaven may be likened to a king who decided to settle accounts with his servants….a debtor was brought before him who owed him a huge amount…Moved with compassion the master of that servant let him go and forgave him the loan. When the servant left, he found one of his fellow servants who owed him a much smaller amount…he had the fellow servant put in prison until he paid back the debt. His master summoned him and said to him, ‘You wicked servant! I forgave you your entire debt because you begged me to. Should you not have had pity on your fellow servant, as I had pity on you? Then in anger his master handed him over to the torturers…So will my heavenly Father do to you, unless each of you forgives your brother or sister from your heart.
Vincentian Reflection:
Forgiving another-not focusing on our hurt or the other’s transgression but on the lovableness of the other-is so difficult! The challenge of this gospel is to forget how others have behaved toward us and look to God’s way of loving and forgiving us. Our focus must be on God. Without God’s example we probably couldn’t forgive very well. The challenge is to forget about ourselves so we can reach out to the other.
(Living Liturgy, p. 236)
Jesus told us that we must forgive others “from our heart.” Who needs your forgiveness?
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COVID-19 RISE Funding Program |
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The Society of St. Vincent de Paul's RISE Funding Program is underway! The funds are to provide immediate services to Austin/Travis County residents impacted by COVID-19.
Individuals are required to call the phone number that corresponds with the first letter of their last name. Our case managers and volunteers are working hard to assist each neighbor through the intake process.
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Today, we remember all those who lost their lives in the 2001 attacks. We pray for the victims and their families. |
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Introduction for New Member |
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The Introduction for New Member meeting will take place on Saturday, September 19, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the present need to isolate and social distance, it is not possible to hold our regular Ozanam Orientation sessions.
The National Office has provided us with a presentation that can be used for new members until we can all meet together again in Ozanam Orientation. This is an alternative (not a replacement for) Ozanam Orientation. New Members are still expected to attend Ozanam Orientation whenever in-person meetings resume. Until then, this will satisfy the need for new Conference members to attend Ozanam Orientation before going on home visits.
Please use the link below to register. After you register, you will receive a confirmation email with the link to the meeting.
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2020 Vincentian Annual Gathering |
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2019 Vincentian Family Gathering
Holy Cross Parish
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The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Annual Vincentian Family Gathering will take place Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at 6pm at St. Mary Cathedral in Austin. Not only are we celebrating the feast day of St. Vincent de Paul, but we are also celebrating 175 years of the Society in the United States.
The principal celebrant and homilist for the Mass will be Bishop Joe Vasquez. Following the Mass, we will install Janie Alonzo as the new president of the Diocesan Council Board of Directors. In addition, we will have our annual Commitment Ceremony.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, only board members, their spouses and the Council staff are allowed to attend. However, the Mass will be livestream from the Cathedral.
We hope you will make plans to join us for this special event.
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A Letter From Your Servant Leaders |
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We share this letter from our National Episcopal Advisor, Bishop Donald Hying and the Bishops of Wisconsin on this week of the Feast of Blessed Frédéric Ozanam.
Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,
Recent events have revealed just how fragile our lives are and how essential it is to make sacrifices for the sake of others. As another national election season will soon be upon us, we presume that elections too will look different. One constant, however, is our Catholic teaching.
As in the past, we urge you to review “Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship: A Call to Political Responsibility” from the Catholic Bishops of the United States (www.faithfulcitizenship.org) … and Catholic social teaching … Both serve to guide Catholics as they exercise their rights and duties as citizens.
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St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store |
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The St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store is now open three days a week; Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 10:00am - 4:00pm. With new donations coming in weekly, you never know what treasures you will find.
For the health and safety of everyone in the store, shoppers are required to wear a face covering that covers the mouth and nose. Our staff and volunteers are also required to wear face coverings. Shoppers are also asked to practice social distancing while enjoying their shopping experience.
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Become a Thrift Store Volunteer! |
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You can make a difference in the community by volunteering at the St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store. The Thrift Store is in need of volunteers to assist with many tasks including: sorters, organizers, and pricers. To keep everyone safe and healthy, volunteers are required to wear masks and practice social distancing.
It easy to sign up! Just click on the link below.
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Interested in volunteering?
You can sign up by clicking on this link.
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During this COVID-19 pandemic, health, state, and local officials are urging people to take the necessary steps to stay safe. To slow the spread of the virus, wear your face covering and practice social distancing. |
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September 19, 2020
New Member Orientation
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September 30, 2020
Vincentian Family Gathering Mass
175th Anniversary Celebration
St. Mary Cathedral (Livestream)
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National Gazette Questions and Answers
Q: Our Conference received some McDonald’s stock a few years ago, and we would now like to convert this stock to cash. How do we do this?
A: Stock received by a Conference can be converted to cash. However, members should obtain financial advice related to how to handle this process. You may contact the National Council CFO, Nancy Pino (npino@svdpusa.org) on stock conversion guidance.
Preguntas y Respuestas de la
Oficina Nacional
P: Nuestra Conferencia recibió acciones de McDonalds hace unos años y ahora nos gustaría convertir estas acciones en efectivo. ¿Cómo hacemos esto?
R: Las acciones recibidas por una Conferencia se pueden convertir en efectivo. Sin embargo, los miembros deben obtener asesoramiento financiero sobre cómo manejar este proceso. Puede comunicarse con la directora financiera del Consejo Nacional, Nancy Pino (npino@svdpusa.org) sobre la guía de conversión de acciones.
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Call 1.888.317.SVDP
visit www.ssvdp.org
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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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Council Office:
Monday - Friday
9:00am - 5:00pm
Client Services:
Tuesday - Friday
9:00am - 12:00pm
Food Pantry:
Saturday
9:00am - 12:00pm
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