St. Vincent de Paul – April 2024
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*Checks made payable to Society of St. Vincent de Paul and dropped in the collection baskets will help us serve our neighbors in need throughout the Greenlawn area.
April 28th: The Fifth Sunday of Easter
In the Gospel today, Jesus says “Whoever remains in me and I in him will bear much fruit, because without me you can do nothing.” Indeed, by helping the poor we can “bear much fruit” and we find that with Jesus
we can do everything.
Your gift to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul will show that you are indeed the disciple of Jesus as it will bring your love to those who live in fear and doubt, loneliness and dread.
April 21st: The Fourth Sunday of Easter
Today, we celebrate “Good Shepherd Sunday” where we reflect on Jesus’ care and love of us.
This month, through your gifts, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul brought the love and care of Jesus to the poor by assisting families by providing food, utilities, rent bills, etc. Thank
April 14th: The Third Sunday of Easter
In this Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus explains that the meaning of the scriptures. Like the disciples, when we offer and receive forgiveness our hearts burn because we encounter the risen Christ within us.
Have you considered answering the call to “help the poor find forgiveness and healing in their life” by joining the Society of St. Vincent de Paul?
April 7th: The Second Sunday of Easter –
Divine Mercy Sunday
In the Gospel today, Jesus stands in the midst of us and says: “Peace be with you!”
During Mass we turn to each other and say “Peace be with you!” As you put your gift into the St. Vincent de Paul box you say “Peace be with you!” to those who are poor and hungry.
Little People, BIG Faith!
When it comes to a child, it takes a village to raise him/her, but when it comes to faith, it takes a parish and so much more.
Advance Medical Directives: Planning for your Future
Human life is good and to be protected. All medical decisions ought to reflect this core belief, yet these answers to our questions are not always possible…
Thanksgiving Food Drive from St. Vincent de Paul Society
The St. Vincent de Paul Society is reaching out to our generous parishioners to help with its annual Thanksgiving Food Drive!