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Causes: Emergency Assistance, Human Services
Mission: Inspired by gospel values, the society of st. Vincent de paul, a catholic lay organization, leads women and men to join together to grow spiritually by offering person-to-person service to those who are needy and suffering in the tradition of its founder, blessed frdric ozanam, and patron, st. Vincent de paul. As a reflection of the whole family of god, members, who are known as vincentians, are drawn from every ethnic and cultural background, age group, and economic level. Vincentians are united in an international society of charity by their spirit of poverty, humility and sharing, which is nourished by prayer and reflection, mutually supportive gatherings and adherence to a basic rule. Organized locally, vincentians witness god's love by embracing all works of charity and justice. The society collaborates with other people of good will in relieving need and addressing its causes, making no distinction in those served because, in them, vincentians see the face of christ.
Programs: Assist the needy of north pinellas with spiritual, physical and material support during times of crisis. The assist those in need with providing referral support to agencies and ministries who may be able to assist them with their specific need. In addition, through the donations of others, they are able to provide furniture and benevolence assistance to needy families/individuals.