January 21, 2021 – St. Vincent de Paul

Programs for the Homeless Offer Unconditional Love

Author: adminOn: Jan 21Categories: Homeless Ministry, Volunteers

Programs for the Homeless Offer Unconditional Love

“We try to meet people wherever they are, without any preconditions,” says Peter Zubler, executive director. “We want to reduce barriers and do everything we can to assist and empower our homeless neighbors. There’s no judgement, just unconditional...

A Word from Deacon Tom

Author: adminOn: Jan 21Categories: Deacon Tom's Perspective

A Word from Deacon Tom

Deacon Tom's Perspective

As Vincentians, we continually seek to grow in holiness and we know that the Church points to the Holy Family as an example for our lives. However, the mere thought of matching the family of Mary, Joseph and Jesus in holiness seems not only unattainable,...

Pantry Blessings: Floored by Donations

Author: adminOn: Jan 21Categories: Boulevard Place Food Pantry

Pantry Blessings: Floored by Donations

Boulevard Place Food Pantry

By Cindy Brown, Boulevard Place Food Pantry Director In early January, the Boulevard Place Food Panty reached a six-month milestone of a top-to-bottom makeover. Our neighborhood food pantry is being expanded and renovated to improve our mission of caring...

South Central Indiana District: Supporting our Homeless Neighbors

Author: Shirley BoardmanOn: Jan 21Categories: South Central District

South Central Indiana District: Supporting our Homeless Neighbors

South Central District

By Shirley Boardman, SVdP Volunteer Every community has unhoused people who are in great need. While all SVdP conferences are reaching out and ministering to the homeless, this spotlight focuses specifically on how the Lawrence and Monroe counties are...

“Mac” McBride: Still Work to Do in the Vineyard

Author: adminOn: Jan 21Categories: Changing Lives Forever, Homeless Ministry, Volunteers

“Mac” McBride: Still Work to Do in the Vineyard

Changing Lives Forever, Homeless Ministry, Volunteers

When James McBride came back from Vietnam, his life floundered for many years. Having suffered a terrible injury to his leg, “Mac” as he’s known, soon found himself using and selling drugs. With no steady job and no place to live, the street became...