SVdP October Newsletter
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October 1, 2024
Our Lady of Charity
St. Vincent de Paul in Lancaster, CAConference Mission Statement
Our mission is to bear witness to Christ and to His Church by showing that the faith of Christians inspires them to work for the good of their fellow human beings; to bring together men and women of good will and to assist them, by mutual example and true friendship, to draw nearer to their Divine Model, Jesus Christ, by fulfilling His commandment—namely the love of God in their fellow man by establishing a personal contact between its members and those who are suffering, and to bring to the suffering the most efficacious aid possible.
President’s BoardPresident
Paul Skinner
Vice Presidents
Frank Guilles
Robert Weber
Special Council
Susan Ortega
Spiritual AdvisorJeannie Fisher
Treasurer
Mike Nesel
Corresponding & RecordingSecretary
Candace EliaNewsletter EditorJennifer Guenther
Website Editor
Mike NeselChairpersons
Quarterly Mass Rep
Jeannie Fisher
Site 2/Garage Sales
Bob Laich
Food Pantry
Robert Weber
Kitchen Manager
Mary Jo Koman-Keough
St. Serra Rep.
Joe Dagata
Sacred Heart Rep.
Rachel Mason
Haircuts
Diane Jones - Monday
Duongha (Mary) Lieu - Wednesay
Grants & Fundraising
April Nemilia
Prayer for the Canonization ofBlessed Frederic Ozanam
God, our Father, you alone have the power to bestow those precious gifts of yours which we rightly call miracles. If it be your will, be pleased to grant such a gift on all those suffering from Covid-19. We humbly ask that you grant this favor so that Blessed Frederic Ozanam may be canonized by our Holy Mother the Church. we make this prayer through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son.
Amen.October is the Month of the Holy Rosary Prayer to Our Lady of Charity
“Dear Mother Mary, Our Lady of
Charity, I come before you, with
faith and devotion.
Pray for me that I may grow
deeply in my spiritual journey.
Give me the wisdom to discern
with clear understanding the holy
path to my walk of faith. Guide me
to help the poor with love and
compassion.
Dear God, bless me with your
bountiful grace that I may serve
You with humility and joy.
This I ask, through our Lady’s
intercession in Jesus’ Name.
Amen.”
By Lilia AlilainOctober 2024 Feeding & Events Calendar
Thank you to all our volunteers!SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1 2 3 4 5 Women of Grace Lunch at Bravery @ 12pm. Celebrate Frank! K of C Rosamond Yard
Sale at Site 26 7 8 9 10 11 12 AGPG
(Rose S.)Miriam Sisters
MeetingK of C 4th Deg. Assembly #73
QRTLY Mass at St. Serra @ 4pm w/ Potluck after13 14 15 16 17 18 19 Mary M. St. Mary (Acton)
Jane K.Hispanic Ministry 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 K of C
LancasterAVVA
Binh/TC
MeetingHoly Cross 27 28 29 30 31 Michelle C. See more construction photos on our Facebookpage!President's Message
Dear Vincentian Family,
It has been a busy and successful September. The Envelope Drive at Sacred Heart Church was truly a blessing for us. We thank Sacred Heart and St. Serra parishioners for their generosity to our ministry. We have said it many times, they keep our doors open and put a smile on the faces of our “friends in need”. The need for clothing and lunch bags is steadily increasing and food out the door has many new recipients. We are so blessed to have supporters who come to help us when we are in need.
Our Quarterly Mass and Potluck will be at St. Serra, October 12 th at the 4pm Mass. All volunteers are welcome to attend. It is always a good time to kick back and relax after all your hard work.
Our Garage Sale, which was headed by Josie, was a huge success and this was her first time. Thank you for your hard work and all who volunteered at Site 2 for this event. The next Garage Sale is October 5 th.
Many thanks to Bimbo Bakery for their donated bread and bakery goods. Also, thanks to all volunteers who show up at 7:00am every Saturday to help sort and distribute these items.
St. Vincent de Paul’s Feast-day was September 27th. Below is a short biography:
Life: 24th April 1581 at Pouy near Dax; study in Toulouse, consecrated priest, 1604 Baccalaureate of Theology, then to Rome. The imprisonment by the Moors in 1605/07 is questionable, 1608 Paris, 1612 priest in Clichy; made a vow to dedicate his life to the poor. 1617 undertook missionary work in the country, with world priests founded a missionary congregation which called itself “Lazarists” and a society of townswomen for the care of the poor and sick, from whom the Vincentians came. V. became the organizer of Caritas in France. During the bloody uprising of the Fronde, set up people’s kitchens. V. saved whole provinces from poverty. V. was with King Louis XIII at his death. V. was a friend of Francis de Sales. † 27th September 1660 in Paris. Beautification 1729, canonized 1737.
Matthew left behind his plans and expectations for the future, and continued following the Lord even when things didn’t seem to make sense. When things were looking bad – perhaps Matthew began to wonder, “what did I give everything up for”
Is this not often the way we think, wondering what in the world God is doing when we face unexpected trials? In the face of distressing trends in the world or in the Church, we should “leave behind” our fears and worries and entrust the future to Jesus, who is all wise.God Bless,
PaulThe Didache
Chapter 4. Various Precepts. My child, remember night and day him who speaks the word of God to you, and honor him as you do the Lord. For wherever the lordly rule is uttered, there is the Lord. And seek out day by day the faces of the saints, in order that you may rest upon their words. Do not long for division, but rather bring those who contend to peace. Judge righteously, and do not respect persons in reproving for transgressions. You shall not be undecided whether or not it shall be. Be not a stretcher forth of the hands to receive and a drawer of them back to give. If you have anything, through your hands you shall give ransom for your sins. Do not hesitate to give, nor complain when you give; for you shall know who is the good repayer of the hire. Do not turn away from him who is in want; rather, share all things with your brother, and do not say that they are your own. For if you are partakers in that which is immortal, how much more in things which are mortal? Do not remove your hand from your son or daughter; rather, teach them the fear of God from their youth. Do not enjoin anything in your bitterness upon your bondman or maidservant, who hope in the same God, lest ever they shall fear not God who is over both; for he comes not to call according to the outward appearance, but to them whom the Spirit has prepared. And you bondmen shall be subject to your masters as to a type of God, in modesty and fear. You shall hate all hypocrisy and everything which is not pleasing to the Lord. Do not in any way forsake the commandments of the Lord; but keep what you have received, neither adding thereto nor taking away therefrom. In the church you shall acknowledge your transgressions, and you shall not come near for your prayer with an evil conscience. This is the way of life.Prayer of the Vincentian Family
Come, Holy Spirit, open our eyes, our hearts, and our imaginations to Your inspiration as we embark on our VisionSVDP journey and seek to discern the Father’s holy will for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul and how it will adapt to a changing world.
Come, Holy Spirit, transform our doubts, ignite our zeal. Help us discern new and innovative ways to bring more people into the joy of service in the Society of St. Vincent de Paul.
Come, Holy Spirit, grant us the simplicity to share honestly with each other, the humility to serve a mission greater than ourselves, and the gentleness to listen to each other without judgement.AmenPrayer CornerPrayers for our clients, that their needs be met with compassion. Prayers for our Church and community, that more people join us contributing their time, talent, and treasure.
Anyone who wishes to add names can contact SVDP at [email protected]. We would love to hear from you and hope that all our fellow Vincentians will lift all people in prayer.
NOTE: Site 2 will be open as much as possible during construction. Please reach out to SVDP at [email protected] to check in before making the trip.
Site 2 Donation Information
Clean, usable clothing, shoes and small yard sale items are what we are currently in need of.
Donations accepted Mon., Wed, Sat. from 9:30 - 11:30am.
Current Hours:Site 1: M, W, Sa: 9am-11:30am
(Meals distributed from 9-9:30am)
Haircuts on Mondays by appointment.
Food donations welcome anytime we are open!
Site 2: M, W, Sa: 9am-11:30am
Next Yardsale: October 5
All proceeds benefiting SVdP here in Lancaster. It'll be from 8am to 11:30am at site 2. We cannot make it a success without volunteers. So any time you can give is needed and appreciated. Set up starts around 7am.
VOLUNTEER NEEDED!
We need someone to assist with the homeless desk on Mondays from 9:30 to 11:30am. This is at site 1. Come in during that time or email us that you are interested at [email protected] . Thank you!Site 1
(Food & Administration)
45058 Trevor Ave
Lancaster, CA 93534
661-942-3222
Site 2
(Clothing Distribution)
44721 Trevor Ave
Lancaster, CA 93534Copyright © 2024 SVdP-Our Lady of Charity, All rights reserved.
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