Ecclesiastes 3:1-11; Psalm 143(144):1-4; Luke 9:18-22
He was born in Aquitaine and became a priest. He devoted his whole life to the service of the poor. He founded a congregation of priests for missionary work, groups of laymen to help paupers and galley-slaves, and, with St Louise de Marillac, the Sisters of Charity.
The society of Saint Vincent de Paul (the SVP) are a busy people, and supporting them is a very direct way of helping the poor in our community. Their excellent website explains what they do and how we can help.
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