We are partnering again with our SVDP Pantry in Perth Amboy for their annual First Communion Project. Low income families in the Perth Amboy area rely on the pantry for many needs. Some families that have children preparing to receive First Communion cannot afford Communion outfits and accessories for their children. The pantry provides these… Read More »
“We cannot truly be disciples of Christ unless we, too, wait to hear God’s call and respond by transforming our lives, evidenced in the simple willingness to be obedient to God’s will. This means more than keeping the commandments, it means that our whole lives are directed to waiting and listening for God’s self-revelation. Sometimes… Read More »
“We all know quite a number of people who have everything that it would take to be happy, and they are not happy, because they want something else or they want more of the same. And we all know people who have lots of misfortune, misfortune that we ourselves would not want to have, and… Read More »
“Do not be upset if things are not as you would want them to be for a long time to come. Do the little you can very peacefully and calmly so as to allow room for the guidance of God in your lives. Do not worry about the rest.” (St. Louise de Marillac, in Gibson… Read More »
Christmas Giving Tree – begins on Wed 11/22 The Giving Tree will be in the Narthex on Wed 11/22. The tree will be adorned with paper ornaments, each describing an age-appropriate gift for a member of a family supported by SVDP efforts. Please consider taking an ornament and bringing some Christmas cheer to the hearts… Read More »
The Joseph D. Flannigan St. Vincent de Paul Conference Room We are pleased and excited to announce the renaming of our conference room in honor of our founder Joseph Flannigan. Since our conference was founded in 1991, we have assisted 1200 local families, often aiding them to avoid eviction, power shutoffs, and hunger. On behalf… Read More »
We will be collecting food such as smaller turkeys (12-15 lb), ham, turkey breast, side dishes, and desserts on Nov 19th to provide special Thanksgiving meals to families that we serve. Additionally, our pantry stock is low on the following items: paper towels, tissues, dish detergent, pancake syrup, sugar, flour, mayonnaise, jelly/jam, vegetable oil, baked… Read More »
Oct. 21-22, 2017 We are asking for your support again this year to help give children of our SVDP clients (coordinating with SVDP Perth Amboy) a warm coat or blanket this winter. Please consider donating new or gently used coats or blankets! Collection bins will be present in the Narthex during all mass times on… Read More »
“The entire history of our redemption is marked by the presence of the poor. Salvation came to us from the ‘yes’ uttered by a lowly maiden from a small town on the fringes of a great empire. The Saviour was born in a manger, in the midst of animals, like children of poor families; he… Read More »
Thank you so much for the awesome response to the Backpack and School Supply drive last weekend! Due to your generosity, many children in less fortunate circumstances will be off to a great start for the new school year.