Inspired by Gospel values, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, a Catholic lay organization, leads women and men to join together to grow spiritually by offering person-to-person service to those who are needy and suffering in the tradition of its founder, Blessed Frederic Ozanam, and patron, St. Vincent de Paul. As a reflection of the whole family of God, members, who are known as Vincentions, are drawn from every society of charity by their spirit of poverty, humility and sharing, which is nourished by prayer and reflection, mutually supportive gatherings and adherence to a basic Rule. Organized locally, Vincentians witness God’s love by embracing all works of charity and justice. The Society collaborates with other people of good will in relieving need and addressing its causes, making no distinction in those served because, in them, Vincentians see the face of Christ.
CURRENT OFFICERS
PRESIDENT: Kevin and Kris Peck
VICE PRESIDENT: Mary Beth Culross
SECRETARY: Anne Sokol
TREASURER: Marianne Stoddard
We hold meetings on the second Sunday of each month after the 9:00 Mass, alternating between business and spiritual meetings. Attendance is heartily encouraged but not mandatory.
WAYS TO HELP AS A VINCENTIAN:
1. Volunteer once a month or less on Saturday morning from 9:00-11:00 am to distribute food
to the needy.
2. Assist with picking up food from Harvest Hope Food Bank and stocking our pantry shelves.
3. Assist in monitoring SVDP voice mail requests for assistance; assist with emergency food
distribution by meeting client at pantry or making a home visit.
4. Assist with other varied projects as needed.
1. Donate food. A bin for nonperishable food is located next to the stairs leading to the cry room. 
2. Donate money through the church office (specify SVDP) or the poor box located outside the church restrooms.
We are open to distribute food to those in need on Saturdays from 9:00-10:00 am except closed the 1st Saturday of the month. Clients must bring a picture ID and meet eligibility requirements in order to receive USDA food.
CONTACT INFORMATION
You may contact our organization by calling (864) 422-1648 (follow menu to leave message for St. Vincent de Paul) or via e-mail, olrchurch@charter.net attn: SVDP