St. Vincent de Paul New Orleans

Join Us in Making a Difference! The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store is on the lookout for passionate volunteers to help us give back to our community. Whether you’re looking to fill your spare time, need service hours as a student, or simply want to contribute, we’d love to have you on our team! Every volunteer plays a crucial role in our mission, and your time and effort can make a real impact. Interested? Contact us today to find out how you can get involved and make a difference! #StVincentDePaul#VolunteerOpportunity #GiveBack #CommunitySupport #ThriftStore

 Vincentian Spotlight of the Week! This week, we're thrilled to shine a spotlight on Jeff Guillory, a devoted Vincentian from the Northshore! Jeff is a remarkable volunteer who dedicates his time weekly at the Central Office, assisting Outreach Manager Aristede Collins with calls from neighbors in need. Additionally, he plays a crucial role as a member of our Love and Service Gala Committee. Jeff, your unwavering commitment and service are truly inspiring. Thank you for all that you do to support our mission and make a difference in our community! #VincentianSpotlight #VolunteerHeroes #CommunityChampions #ThankYouJeff

The 2024-2025 school year is underway at our Adult Learning Center, and we’re thrilled to welcome back both new and returning students working towards their HISET Diploma! 📚✨ Who will be walking across the stage in May 2025? It could be you! Whether you’re looking to earn your HISET diploma or you’re a retired teacher eager to share your skills as a volunteer, we want to hear from you. 🌟 Get Involved! 🌟 Aspiring Students: Take the next step in your educational journey. Volunteers: Share your talents and make a difference in our community. Contact Sr. Bonita today for more information and join us in making this year a success! #StVincentDePaul #AdultLearningCenter #HISETDiploma #EducationForAll #VolunteerOpportunities #CommunityImpact

Exciting News!  The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store has new hours! We're now open Tuesday through Thursday from 10 AM - 5 PM. Come visit us at 4034 4th St. in Marrero and discover a treasure trove of new and exciting items. Your next find is just waiting for you! See you soon!   

Back-to-School with the Society of St. Vincent de Paul! On July 20th, Nourishing Louisiana joined forces with the Charging Yaks Marching Band from Young Audiences Charter Schools for a fantastic community event. We distributed 500 bookbags, 300 boxes of self-stable food courtesy of Culture Aid NOLA , and a variety of health resources to families in need. A huge Thank YOU to all Vincentians from St. Matthew the Apostle Catholic Church, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church - Belle Chasse, Our Lady of Prompt Succor & Holy Guardian Angels, St. Cletus Catholic Church, Christ the King Conference, and St. Joseph Church and Shrine in Gretna. Volunteers from Jefferson Financial FCU, Sigma Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha, Inc., and Mu Sigma Rhoers. Our Healthcare Partners from Second Harvest, Acidom Medical, Generation Hope, Tulane Learning and Brain Development Lab, NOWCRJ, ASGNO, La. Dept of Health, and many more. We would also like to thank all those who donated to this event. Your generosity made this event a success and allowed us to give back to our community in a meaningful way. We were also treated to performances by the Young Audiences Charging Yaks Marching Band and the Frederick Douglass Band, adding an extra layer of excitement to an already amazing day. Thank you for your incredible performances! Together, we’re building stronger connections and a brighter future! #BackToSchool #CommunitySupport #SVdP #Gratitude

The celebration of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is a significant day for Catholics worldwide.  Celebrated on August 15th every year, it commemorates the belief that Mary, after completing her earthly life, was taken up body and soul into heaven by God. The dogma of the Assumption, declared by Pope Pius XII in 1950, affirms this belief as a truth revealed by God. The Assumption holds great importance because it signifies the unique and essential role of Mary in the work of salvation. Through her obedience and acceptance of God's plan, she became the mother of Jesus, the Redeemer of humankind. The Assumption also anticipates the resurrection of all believers and their eventual union with God in eternal glory. Mary's Assumption is seen as a preview of what awaits believers in the afterlife, inspiring hope and affirming the value of every human life. As Catholics, we celebrate this feast by honoring Mary's virtues and recognize her pivotal role in God's plan for humanity.

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It’s the end of summer—which means back to school-And the St. Vincent de Paul Vincentians are making sure local students are ready when the bell rings! The Our Lady of Prompt Succor SVdP conference in Westwego was able to purchase backpacks and school supplies for 28 children whose parents recently received assistance with utility bills. “We asked the parents to send in the school supply list for each child & was able to purchase all items on their list except headphones, graph paper and baby wipes, says conference treasurer Jennifer Tassin. “This was a huge undertaking since every teacher had specific items they required, down to the color of folders and specific brand names for pencils & markers. It also allowed the 15 families that was helped to use the money that they would have had to pay for these supplies towards the high cost of their utility bills. There are several school supply giveaways from other agencies, but SVdP at OLPS wanted theirs to be customized to each child's needs." It was through a generous community donation that the conference was able to help so many neighbors in need. Thank you to the community donor, and to president Pamela Billiot, treasurer Jennifer Tassin and our hard-working conference at OLPS Parish

THANK YOU to St. Francis Villa Executive Chef, Dwayne Hyman, who presented a check of $1,128 to the St. Matthew the Apostle St. Vincent de Paul Conference in June. The donation was made possible by the residents and volunteers who created a beautiful St. Joseph Altar and the chef who fed the attendees back in March. St. Francis Villa has a long relationship with St. Matthew the Apostle Parish; According to conference president Brian Comboy. “SMA celebrates a weekly Communion Service and a monthly mass at St. Francis Villa,” says Comboy. Chef Dwayne began the St. Joseph Altar at St. Francis Villa back in 2000. Residents and SMA parishioners worked with him to prepare the hundreds of cookies, breads, etc. meals were also prepared and served to all who visited the altar. The proceeds from the altar and all leftover food (made from donations) were sent to Ozanam Inn. (The leftover food is still donated to Ozanam Inn.) “When Ashleigh Holloway, Director of Marketing and Sales joined the team, the popularity of the Altar took off. The residents active in the altar preparations voted for the last two years to donate the money generated to the SMA conference.” Comboy adds. St. Francis Villa Assisted Living is a well-regarded facility in River Ridge, that has served East Jefferson parish and the New Orleans area for over twenty years. Pictured from l to r: Jay Rive, St. Francis Villa Executive Director, Executive Chef Dwayne Hyman, SVdP President, Brian Comboy, SVdP Treasurer Gerard Donegan, Volunteer Claudette Nenos, and Ashleigh Holloway, Director of Sales and Marketing.

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