Gracious God, thank you for the cherished gifts of grandparents and grandchildren, together blessed – loving with love overflowing, side by side or in reminiscence. Thank You for everyday moments: old-fashioned mints in the candy jar, a stuffed toy hugged after its mend, muddy sneakers at the frog pond, favorite stories read before bed. With thanks, I bring to You this prayer for all grandparents and grandchildren, their hearts reflecting Your delight, glad to share the ways they see things, assured of preciousness in Your sight. Amen.
FAMILIES HELPED IN AUGUST
The poor, when viewed with eyes of faith, take the place of Christ and so give us the opportunity to love and serve Jesus. Thank you for supporting St. Vincent de Paul Society with your generous donations, thus loving and serving Jesus. God bless you!
Families given food in August – 631 (2,025 individuals – 1,317 adults and 708 children) Families given financial aid in August – 85
SEPTEMBER QUOTE
Let no one ever come to you without leaving better and happier. Be the living expression of God’s kindness: kindness in your face, kindness in your eyes, kindness in your smile.
FAMILIES HELPED IN JULY
Whatever we do for the least of these, we do for Christ Himself. Or, as Servant of God Dorothy Day once put it, “I really love God as much as I love the person I love the least.” Who do I love the least, and how can I love them more? Thank you for loving God and those in need as much as you can through your donation to St. Vincent de Paul. God bless you!
Families helped with financial aid: 75 – Families given food: 899 (1,832 adults & 1,170 children; total 3,002 individuals)
AUGUST QUOTE
Don’t whine, but shine, for every trial doesn’t come to stay. They come to pass.
FAMILIES HELPED IN JUNE
When I was hurt and needed medical attention, you provided gasoline so I could get to my doctor.
When I was out of my prescription, you met me at the pharmacy and paid for it.
When I wasn’t sure there was enough food to feed my family, the pantry was there to give me food.
Families helped with food in June – 643 (1,361 adults and 775 children, total 2,136 individuals)
Families helped with financial aid in June – 53
Your donation to St. Vincent de Paul helps our neighbors in need. We are grateful for your generosity and appreciate you. God bless you!
JULY QUOTE
Life is too short to let what happened in the past keep you from the great things GOD has in your future.
FAMILIES HELPED IN MAY
The poor, when viewed with eyes of faith, take the place of Christ and so give us the opportunity to love and serve Jesus. Thank you for supporting St. Vincent de Paul Society with your generous donations. Your giving made a significant difference in the lives of the families we helped during the month of May: Families helped with financial aid – 54, families provided food – 698 (1,460 adults, 817 children, total 2,277 individuals) God bless you!
Strength of a Mountain – Happy Father’s Day
God took the strength of a mountain, the majesty of a tree, the warmth of a summer sun, the calm of a quiet sea, the generous soul of nature, the comforting arm of night, the wisdom of the ages, the power of the eagle’s flight, the joy of a morning in spring, the faith of a mustard seed, the patience of eternity, the depth of a family need, then God combined these qualities, when there was nothing more to add, He knew His masterpiece was complete, and so, He called it . . . Dad
JUNE QUOTE
Faith is taking the first step even when you can’t see the whole staircase.