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"Come now, let us engage ourselves with renewed love to serve the poor, and let us even seek out the poorest and most abandoned of all."
-St. Vincent de Paul
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29th Sunday in Ordinary Time |
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Gospel Reading: (Matthew 22:15-21)
The Pharisees went off and plotted how they might entrap Jesus in speech. They sent their disciples to him saying, “Teacher, we know that you a truthful man and that you teach the way of God in accordance with the truth. And you are not concerned with anyone’s opinion, for you do not regard a person’s status. Tell us, then, what is your opinion: Is it lawful to pay the census tax to Caesar or not?” Knowing their malice, Jesus said, “Why are you testing me, your hypocrites? Show me the coin that pays the census tax.” Then they handed him the Roman coin. He said to them, “Whose image is this and whose inscription?” They replied, “Caesar’s.” At that he said to them, “Then repay to Caesar what belongs to Caesar and to God what belongs to God.”
Vincentian Reflection:
Jesus’ answer puts things into perspective. There are different spheres of rule, and our loyalties are not either/or, but there are appropriate behavior belonging to both spheres. Christian living is being comfortable in all spheres, all having their just due, without compromising God’s sovereignty. When God is truly the center of our lives there is no problem with giving others their due. Conversely, giving others their due doesn’t necessarily compromise God as the center of our lives. Jesus shows that single-mindedness about God is even better expressed when we know clearly God’s place and everyone else’s place.
(Living Liturgy, p.256)
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St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store |
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The St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store is 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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October 31, 2020
Q4 Presidents Meeting
10:00am - 12:00pm
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National Gazette Questions and Answers
Q: Can a Vincentian become an active member of two Conferences and if so, what additional information should the Conferences know?
A: A Vincentian can become a member of two Conferences and although there is no additional requirement to do so, as a courtesy and transparency, Council and Conference leadership should be informed.
Preguntas y Respuestas de la
Oficina Nacional
P: ¿Puede un Vicentino convertirse en miembro activo de dos Conferencias y, de ser así, qué información adicional deben saber las Conferencias?
R: Un Vicentino puede convertirse en miembro de dos Conferencias y, aunque no hay ningún requisito adicional para hacerlo, como cortesía y transparencia, se debe informar a los líderes del Consejo y la Conferencia.
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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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Contact Us:
Rick Bologna, Stores Director, rick.bologna@ssvdp.org
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