Darlene Sweeney – St. Vincent de Paul

Bloom Where You Are Planted

Author: Darlene SweeneyOn: Apr 05Categories: In the News

By Darlene Sweeney, Director of Volunteer Services “Bloom where you are planted” is a well-known quote said by the Bishop of Geneva, Saint Francis de Sales (1567–1622). This quote came to mind today as I work from my home office, scheduling individuals...

Congratulations to our 2022 Volunteer Award Winners

Author: Darlene SweeneyOn: Oct 06Categories: In the News, Volunteers

Congratulations to our 2022 Volunteer Award Winners

In the News, Volunteers

Lots of thoughts and words come to mind when thinking about our volunteers. They freely give of themselves, their time and their talents. They consistently show care and concern. And they love their fellow neighbor. What they do is so very important,...

Remembrance Mass Honors SVdP Volunteers and Friends Who Have Passed

Author: Darlene SweeneyOn: Feb 09Categories: In the News

Remembrance Mass Honors SVdP Volunteers and Friends Who Have Passed

In the News

Last month, SVdP Indy held a special Remembrance Mass at Sts. Peter and Paul Cathedral to honor SVdP volunteers and friends who have passed in the last two years. It was a beautiful gathering that recognized the following individuals: Holy Spirit Kenneth...

10 Reasons to Become a Regular Volunteer

Author: Darlene SweeneyOn: Dec 08Categories: In the News

10 Reasons to Become a Regular Volunteer

In the News

Ann Berkemeier from St. Mark’s Conference started volunteering at SVdP Indy’s 30th Street Food Pantry on a regular basis. Then she invited a friend to join her. And another. And another. Those friends invited others. Today, there’s a solid group...

Return to Normal Increases Volunteer Needs

Author: Darlene SweeneyOn: May 04Categories: Volunteers

Return to Normal Increases Volunteer Needs

Volunteers

When the pandemic hit last year, SVdP understandably lost many of its volunteers. As an organization primarily run by volunteers, we were immediately concerned about how to meet our neighbors’ needs—needs that grew tremendously as COVID-19 negatively...