Society of St. Vincent de Paul

1Spiritual Reflection

11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopePlay hour before workshop is to occur sets the scene music and quality of the day

Have prayer table set upBook table

Make sure all presenters have the updated format and notes to follow NO READING from the screen or notes NOTES are reminders of what is to be covered --- cover it in your own way.

I have JUST the topic area on the powerpoint PRINT the NOTES you will need them to present accurate info go to File Print What: Note Pages (make sure it says this and not handout or slides) make sure you also change to print in Black and White NOT COLOR

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11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopeBegin with prayer inside their participant booklet opposite sides do the reading23 Who Are We and What We Do? What is Our History? What is Vincentian Spirituality ? Why Do We Have A Rule and What Is It? Why Do We Make Home Visits? How Are We Organized? Why and How Are We Accountable? What is Our Society Doing Today? Commissioning 11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hope Today we will talk about each of the following areas:

Who Are We and What We Do? What is Our History? What is Vincentian Spirituality ? Why Do We Have A Rule and What Is It? Why Do We Make Home Visits? How Are We Organized? Why and How Are We Accountable? What is Our Society Doing Today? Commissioning

We will have opening, midday and closing prayer.

We will direct you for each presentation to the section in your participant book we do not have time to present EACH slide we do cover all material in the book the book is meant for you to peruse and study at your convenience.

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Who we are and what we do11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hope4 First section we will share about is Who we are and what we do as a Society8Purpose Of The SocietyPrimarySecondaryScope Of The Society11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hope8TomPurpose Of The SocietyPrimary: Spiritual Growth Of MembersSecondary: Serve Those In Need And Bring Them Closer To GodScope Of The SocietySociety Engages In A Number Of Works Covering All The Needs, Trial And Tribulations Of Human Life, Both Corporal And Spiritual

6MISSION STATEMENT

Inspired by Gospel Values Catholic Lay Organization of Men and Women Joined Together to Grow Spirituality Person to Person Service to Those Who are in Need or Suffering Blessed Frededric Ozanam, Our Primary Founder St. Vincent de Paul, Our Patron Members Known as Vincentians11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopeLead each table to read a line of the summary of the Mission Statement --- see if questions

Summary of MISSION STATEMENT

Inspired by Gospel ValuesCatholic Lay Organization of Men and WomenJoined Together to Grow SpiritualityPerson to Person Service to Those Who are in Need or SufferingBlessed Frededric Ozanam, Our Primary FounderSt. Vincent de Paul, Our PatronMembers Known as Vincentians

67Summary of MISSION STATEMENT

International Society of CharityPoverty, Humility and SharingPrayer and ReflectionMutuality Supportive GatheringThe RuleNo distinction in those who are ServedOrganized Locally in ParishesIn those they serve, Vincentians See the Face of Christ11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopeJayne continue to Lead the groups in reading the Mission Statement

International Society of CharityPoverty, Humility and SharingPrayer and ReflectionMutuality Supportive GatheringThe RuleNo distinction in those who are ServedOrganized Locally in ParishesIn those they serve, Vincentians See the Face of Christ each table to read a line of the summary of the Mission Statement --- see if questions79The Societys Essential ElementsSpiritualityFriendshipService11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopeJeanne 1. Spirituality:To Bear Witness To Christ And To His Church By Showing That The Faith Of Christians Inspires Them To Work For The Good Of Humanity Showing Christs Face To The Needy Seeing Christs Face In The Needy Evangelization By Example Praying With Those In Need Prayer, Meditation, Discussion Of Ministry

Tom 2. Friendship:To Bring Together Men Of Good Will And To Assist Them By Mutual Example And True Friendship In Drawing Nearer To The Divine Model By Fulfilling His Essential Precept, Namely, The Love Of God In The Person Of OthersPerson To Person Relationship With Needy Home Visitation To Maintain The Dignity Of The Needy Working Together On Special Projects Collaboration With Other Conferences Praying Together At Retreats And Festival Meetings

Jayne 3. Service:To Establish A Personal Contact Between Its Members And Those Who Suffer, To Bring To The Latter The Most Efficacious And Charitable Aid Possible, and To Promote Self-SufficiencyMaterial Assistance (Food Clothing Furniture) Financial Assistance (Rent Utilities Travel) 100 % Volunteers Special Works (Stores Pantries Housing)

910CORE VALUESVIRTUESHoliness of LifeGentlenessService of the PoorSelflessnessHumilityHumilitySimplicitySimplicityCharityZealFriendship11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hope Jeanne CORE VALUESHoliness of LifeGrowth in Intimacy with Jesus is a Life Long ProcessPrayer is Essential: Personal and CommunalService of the PoorThe Dignity of the Human PersonThe Preferential Option of the PoorThe Identification of Jesus with the PoorHumilityThe Virtue of Humility: Personal and CorporatePoverty in Spirit is the Primary BeatitudeSimplicityThe Virtue of SimplicityJesus Evangelizer and Servant of PoorDivine ProvidenceCharityThe Society is Concerned with Charity and JusticeThe Virtue of Charity Within and Outside of the SocietyFriendshipSolidarityCommunity

Sue VIRTUESGentlenessFriendly Assurance and Invincible Goodwill, Which Means Kindness, Sweetness, and Patience in Our Relationship with OthersSelflessnessDying to Ego with Life of Self-SacrificeMembers Share Their Time, Their Possessions, Their Talents and Themselves in a Spirit of GenerosityHumilityAccepting the Truth of Our Frailties, Gifts, Talents, and Charism Knowing that All that God Gives Us is for Others and that We Achieve Nothing of Eternal Value Without His GraceSimplicityFranknessIntegrityGenuinenessZealA Passion for the Full Flourishing and Eternal Happiness of Every Person

1011The Core Work Of The SocietyIt Always Starts With A Home VisitHome VisitDisaster ReliefThrift StoresTwinningImmediate Needs $$$EvangelizationEldercareFood PantriesAdvocacyNetworkingChurches & AgenciesPrison MinistryHousingImmigration Services11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hope11Tom --- Sharing How each area of The Society has resulted due to home visits Twinning international and Domestic Food PantriesNetworking Churches & Agencies to provide services and resources needed by our friends in needPrison Ministry HousingImmigration ServicesEldercareAdvocacy Voice of the PoorEvangelizationImmediate needs $$$Thrift StoresDisaster Relief12

HISTORY11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hope12Jayne if appropriate timing take a 10 minute break remind them of the book table display of Vincentian ReadingsAlso they are welcome to view the Prayer Table

Welcome them back from break and state the next section we will share about is our Vincentian History - small group work will be involved with the group presenting their info back to the large group.13Our Patron and His InspirationSt. Louise de Marillac

St. Vincent De Paul

11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopeTom Just read the names on the next three slides then break them into small groups each group will have ONE of the six direct them to come back and present on each of these important people to The Society to the large groupBorn in Pouy, France On April 24th 1581 Educated At Toulouse And Ordained 9-23-1600Chose Priesthood To Acquire Ecclesiastical Benefice: Large Yearly Income, Support Him And Assist His Family Held Captive by Pirates in 1608 Became Pastor At Clichy Near Paris in 1612Tutor And Chaplain To Aristocrat Philip De Gondi Family Chaplain To Galley Slaves Of FranceUnderwent Several Conversion Experiences And Dedicated Himself to The PoorEstablished The Vincentian Family: Ladies Of Charity 1617 Congregation Of The Mission 1625Co-Founded Daughters Of Charity 1633 Died September 27, 1660Canonized By Pope Clement XII In 1737Louise: Born in 1591 in France Niece of Louis XIIIs Minister of Justice Married Queens Attendant Antoine Le Gras in 1613 Prematurely Widowed in 1625Vincent Asked Louise to Visit the Confraternities of Charity: Supervise Their Leaders Spur on the Teams, Strengthen Their Ties with Parish Priests In 1633 Founded the Daughters of Charity as a New Community Without Cloister or Monastery Traveling the Streets to Attend Those in Need Canonized in 1934 by Pope Pus XIHonored As Patroness of All Christian Social Workers by Pope John XXIII

13Our Founder and His MentorBlessed Frederic Ozanam

Blessed Rosalie Rendu11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopeBlessed Frederic Ozanam/Companions Were Students At The Sorbonne Participants In The Conference Of History To Discuss The Historical Role Of The Church They Were Challenged By Anti-Catholics To Show Us Your Works. Their Response Let Us Go To The Poor. Formed The Conference Of Charity, August 23rd 1833 With St. Vincent de Paul As The Patron. Later Changed Name to Society of St. Vincent de Paul. Mons. Emmanuel Bailly Auguste LeTaillandier, Francois Lallier,Paul Lamache, Felix Clave,Jules Devaux,Frederic Ozanam

Born April 23, 1813 in Milan Italy--severe Illness, Typhus, At Age 6 --Underwent Crisis of Faith at Age 15Entered University of Paris at Age 17 With 6 Friends Founded the Society at Age 20 in 1833 Received Doctorate of Law in 1836Received Doctorate of Literature 1837 Married to Amelie Soulacroix July 24, 1841. began to Teach at Sorbonne in 1841Made a Full Professor at Sorbonne in 1844 Only Daughter, Marie Ozanam Born July 24, 1845 Died September 8, 1853 at Age 40Beatified in 1997

Sister Rosalie Rendu, DC Born 1786 In Confort, France Joined the Daughters of Charity in1802 Became the Superior of House in Mouffetard District (Poorest in Paris) in 1815 Her Works were Prodigious Including: Teaching and Running Primary School Organized Courses in Sewing and Embroidering for Young Girls Founded Day Care Center and Nursery for Working Mothers Ran an Orphanage Established a Home for the Elderly The Secret of Rosalies Energy and Numerous Works - (She Saw the Face of Christ in the Person of the Poor) Mentored the Members of the First Conference Served Those in Need in the Mouffetard District of Paris1416Beginning Of The Society In The United States

11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hope Began in France in 1833 Spread To Italy In 1842 England In 1844Belgium, Scotland, Ireland, And The United States In 1845 Holland And Mexico In 1846Switzerland And Canada In 1847 18 Countries by Blessed Frederics Death 1913: 8000 Conferences, 133,000 members Today Over 750,000 active members in 144 countries

1st Meeting Of A Conference In The U.S. Held On 11-20-1845 At The Old Cathedral The Church Of St. Louis Of France First Conference Aggregated February 2, 1846 Dr. Moses Linton, After 1860, several Major Society Centers Developed and Reported Directly to ParisIn 1915, the seven Major Independent jurisdictions (New York, St. Louis, New Orleans, Chicago, Boston, Philadelphia, and Brooklyn) agreed to form a Single National BodySuperior Council of the United States was Instituted on June 7, 1915 Prominent Physician, Elected President 1847 -- Buffalo & New York City 1849 -- Milwaukee 1851 -- Philadelphia 1852 -- Pittsburgh 1853 -- Louisville 1855 -- Brooklyn 1856 -- St. Paul 1857 -- Chicago & Washington D. C. 1858 -- New Orleans 1859 -- Dubuque 1860 -- San Francisco 1861 -- Boston 1864 -- Baltimore 1865 -- Cleveland 1869 -- Cincinnati & Portland OR 1871 -- San Antonio 1617

Vincentian Spirituality11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hope17Jeanne We will now share about Vincentian Spirituality18Vincentians seek: through prayermeditation on the scripturesthe teaching of the Church through their daily lives in their relationship with those in need to bear witness to the love of Christ

What Is Vincentian Spirituality?Definition11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopeJayne: Vincentians seek: through prayermeditation on the scripturesthe teaching of the Church through their daily lives in their relationship with those in need to bear witness to the love of Christ

1819Prayer is the Essential to Being a VincentianOpen and Close All Meetings with a PrayerPray Before a Home VisitPray with Those We ServePray to Sustain Us in Our Daily Vincentian Activities

What Is Vincentian Spirituality?Prayer11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopeJayne ask large group first to come up with a list --- then click and show the formal list have the group check this list to their list see what we can add.

Prayer is the Essential to Being a VincentianOpen and Close All Meetings with a PrayerPray Before a Home VisitPray with Those We ServePray to Sustain Us in Our Daily Vincentian Activities

1920Frederic Saw Vincentians Not as Good Samaritans But as Weak Samaritans..Let Us Dare.to Approach this Great Sick One.: Perhaps He Will Not be Frightened of Us. Frederic Thought that Wounded Humanity Would be Initially More Receptive of Vincentian Lay Persons Approaching Them Rather Than Clergy or Religious.

St. Vincent The Poor are Your Masters, You Will See the Face of Christ in the Poor. It is for Your Love Alone that the Poor Will Forgive You the Bread You Give Them.What Is Vincentian Spirituality? Good Samaritan Luke 10:29-3711-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopeJeanne sets the stage for the small group work --- All Vincentian service comes from this Gospel Call: Frederic Saw Vincentians Not as Good Samaritans But as Weak Samaritans..Let Us Dare.to Approach this Great Sick One.: Perhaps He Will Not be Frightened of Us. Frederic Thought that Wounded Humanity Would be Initially More Receptive of Vincentian Lay Persons Approaching Them Rather Than Clergy or Religious.

St. Vincent The Poor are Your Masters, You Will See the Face of Christ in the Poor. It is for Your Love Alone that the Poor Will Forgive You the Bread You Give Them.

2021St. Vincents Words: There is No Charity that is Not Accompanied by Justice, Nor Does it Permit Us to Do More Than We Reasonably Can.Frederics Words:The Order of Society is Based on Two Virtues: Justice and CharityCharity and Justice11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopeTom takes over and has the group share what they gained by reflecting on the sacred scripture and their work in home visits and serving those in need

Tom Summarizes after the small group sharing with the words of our Patron and Founder: St. Vincents Words: There is No Charity that is Not Accompanied by Justice, Nor Does it Permit Us to Do More Than We Reasonably Can.Frederics Words:The Order of Society is Based on Two Virtues: Justice and Charity

2122Trust In and Reliance On Divine Providence St. Vincent de Paul

Frederic Trusted That God Was Providing for HimFrederic Believed That God Was Acting in His Life and the Lives of OthersFrederics Words:Our Little Society Has Grown Large Enough To Be A Providential FactDivine Providence11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopeJayne:

Trust In and Reliance On Divine Providence This came from VINCENT

Frederic Trusted That God Was Providing for HimFrederic Believed That God Was Acting in His Life and the Lives of OthersFrederics Words:Our Little Society Has Grown Large Enough To Be A Providential Fact

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The Rule of theSociety of St. Vincent de PaulCreated by Gerry Felsecker Executive Director - Milwaukee11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hope23Tom ---Presents on The Rule of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul This presentation was Created by Gerry Felsecker Executive Director - Milwaukee

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How the Rule came to be?In the beginningFrederic OzanamAugust Le TaillandierPaul LamacheFrancois LallierJules DeveauxFelix ClaveEmmanuel Bailly183311-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hope24TOM How the Rule came to be

Frederic OzanamAugust Le TaillandierPaul LamacheFrancois LallierJules DeveauxFelix ClaveEmmanuel Bailly

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ISSUE: How big is TOO big?

What shall we do?

How about 100 members?We must split up!But we need each other!11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hope25Tom --Issue how big is too big how about 100 members we must split up but we need each other --- what shall we do?26The pros and cons

Divide Dont Divide .

-We do not know each other -We would go our separate ways -No time to discuss our visit -We would lose touch with each -Loss of personal touch other -Disunity11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hope26Jayne --- present

Divide Dont Divide .

-We do not know each other -We would go our separate ways -No time to discuss our visit -We would lose touch with each -Loss of personal touch other -Disunity

27(1) A structural way to keep us on the same page.

(2) Something in writing: who we are and what we are aboutCan we compromise?COUNCILCONFERENCECONFERENCECONFERENCE

UNITY11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hope27Jayne

(1) A structural way to keep us on the same page.

Conferences belong to the District council --

(2) Something in writing: who we are and what we are about UNITY

28A mission statement, constitution, and how to manual - all in one.

Article 1All Christian young men who desire to unite in a communion of prayers and a participation in the same works of charity may become members of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, wherever they may happen to reside.They called it:

The Rule of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul

11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hope28Jeanne --The Rule of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul

Have them look at their Rule and ManualArticle 1All Christian young men who desire to unite in a communion of prayers and a participation in the same works of charity may become members of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, wherever they may happen to reside.

29How did the Rule change? Very little changed for 133 years.Most of the changes reflected new structures (national, diocesan, and district council) that became neces- sary as the Society expanded. Up to the 1960s, the wording of the original Rule was easily recognized to the Rule of its time.

11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hope29Tom present

How did the Rule change

Very little changed for 133 years.Most of the changes reflected new structures (national, diocesan, and district council) that be necessary as the Society expanded. Up to the 1960s, the wording of the original Rule was easily recognized to the Rule of its time.

30What happened to change it?The bishops from around the world met as the Second Vatican Council 1962-65.

All religious and lay organizations need to revise their constitutions in light of the changes in the world.

11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hope30JayneWhat happened to change it?

The bishops from around the world met as the Second Vatican Council 1962-65.

Directed by the Pope: All religious and lay organizations need to revise their constitutions in light of the changes in the world.

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GENERALASSEMBLY

To change the Rule, the Society calls a meeting at which one person represents each country in the world were the Society is active (135).An approval by the majority is required for the new Rule to be adopted.1968BACK TO THE DRAWING BOARD11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hope31Jeanne -- General Assembly was called To change the Rule, the Society calls a meeting at which one person represents each country in the world were the Society is active (135).An approval by the majority is required for the new Rule to be adopted.

32What did they come up with?Ever since the end of the Second Vatican Council, it has been the desire of the Society to call itself into question by a loyal examination of its own life. It wishes to remain faithful to the sense of rule and tradition, and at the same time to make explicit its adaptation to the modern world.

- International President

PROVISIONAL RULE OF 196811-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hope32Tom PROVISIONAL RULE OF 1968Ever since the end of the Second Vatican Council, it has been the desire of the Society to call itself into question by a loyal examination of its own life. It wishes to remain faithful to the sense of rule and tradition, and at the same time to make explicit its adaptation to the modern world. by the International President

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PRESIDENTWhat changed?

WOMEN IN THE SOCIETYLEADERSHIP TERMSSOLIDARITYWITH POORJUSTICE 11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hope33Tom so what changed

Women in The Society --- Mary Steppe of the Milw Arch Diocese was one of the first women into the society

Solidarity with the poor and needyLeadership termsJustice34After five years of evaluation, the Rule was once again redrafted into a permanent form.

1973 - 2003Most current Vincentians joined during this period

11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hope34Tom finish this piece --- After Five years of evaluation the Rule was once again redrafted into p permanent form35WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE?The new Rule in 2006 has three parts: more descriptive, more spiritual and more clear on difficult issues: Basic Principles(Developed and approved internationalwho are we, what we do, how we do it.

2. International Operations(How we work together nationally))

3. National Applications(Developed by each country approved by international)11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hope35 Basic Principles Jeanne Part ONE of the Rule:- Our Origins - Our Purpose and Scope - Our Personal Encounters with the Poor- Our Spirituality and Vocation- Our Members, Conferences, Councils- Our Relationship with each Other- with the Church -- with others - Our Work for Justice

Part TWO of the Rule ---(How we work together nationally)

2. International Operations-Developed and approved international -who are we, what we do, how we do it.

The Confederation- The General Assembly - The International Board - The International Executive Committee - The Permanent Assembly- Institution, Aggregation, and Dissolution Amendments to and Interpretation of the Rule

3. National Applications lets see the next slide for more info on this36

LETS TAKE A CLOSER LOOK - Membership - Conference/Councils and their Work - Governance and Management - Accountability

DETAILSPART THREE of the Rule11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hope36TOM . Membership - Active (Catholic, attends meetings, participates in Conference works) - Associate (participates in Conference works; may or may not attend conference meetings) - Contributing (makes regular financial donations to the Society) - Conferences meet at least semi-monthly:- Meeting agenda items - Visits made in Vincentian spirit - Worshipping together - Council structure (National, Diocesan, and District)Annual Reports: - Published Reports - Managing Assets - Collections - Use of Funds- Right to Audit - Refunding Expenses - Working for Justice but NO politics- Amendments and InterpretationsServant Leadership:- Regional structure - Employees - Spiritual Advisor - Subsidiarity and Democracy - Suspension of Members & Conferences- Annulment of an Election - Removal of a President - Special Works - Conciliation Committee- Annual Reports: - Published Reports - Managing Assets - Collections - Use of Funds- Right to Audit - Refunding Expenses - Working for Justice but NO politics- Amendments and Interpretations37Conferences Accountable to NatlNational Responsible to Conferences11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopeJeanne -- Accountability goes from top to bottom and Responsibility goes from the bottom to the top ---

The Rule of the Society was not written to estblish grounds for disciplining Vincentians, Conferences or Councils. It is a brief statement, internationally approved and drawn from over 150 years of Vincentian experiences, which describes the elements which are needed to maintain the unite of The Society. In this light, the Rule is not restrictice but liberating and life-giving. It expresses what we are what we have been and what we want to be. should beneither ignored nor worshipped, but rather held up as an express of oneness with the Vincentian family worldwide.3738

HOME VISITS11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hope38Possibly LUNCH -- say meal prayer then Midday prayer when we return

Jayne --Home Visits is our next subject39HOME VISITS: Keystone Of The Society Of St. Vincent de PaulPersonal Service To The Needy In Their Homes11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopeJayne KEYSTONE of our Ministry:Frederic Ozanams Reasons For Home Visits:Personally Acquainted With The Wants of Those In NeedBe In A Position To Serve Them, Not From Afar, But Sincerely And IntimatelyVisit Not As Social Workers, But As Brothers And Sisters, As Neighbors, As Friends, As Representatives Of Christs LoveVincentians May Be Transformed By The Experience And Touched By Gods Grace.

39Why Do We Do Home Visits?To See The Face Of Christ In The Poor Maintain The Dignity Of Those In NeedExpedite Assistance To Those In NeedBetter Understand The Real SituationBetter Protects the Privacy Of The Client

11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hope JAYNE To See The Face Of Christ In The Poor Maintain The Dignity Of Those In Need Meet in Their HomeEliminate The Need To Stand In Line At Social Service Agency Deal With On A Person To Person BasisExpedite Assistance To Those In NeedWho ant Leave Work During Agencies Operating HoursCant Get Someone To Baby Sit Dont Have TransportationBetter Understand The Real Situation See The Need First Hand Client More Open In Their Home More Time With Client Opportunity To Pray With Client

Better Protects the Privacy Of The Client

4041Suggestions For Conducting A Home Visit11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamBe preparedPrayVisit in pairsShow respectWear a name badgeKeep an open mindBe sympatheticMake light conversationBriefly describe Society Look for un-discussed needsInsure info for responseGive hope -- PrayerDiscuss case away from homeShare case w/ConferenceServing in hopeTOM Be prepared with information on the people you are visiting take resource information to give. Always pray before going out. (Handout) Visit in pairs a man and woman preferred.Show respect for those we visit we are guests in their homes.Wear a name badge first name only. Keep an open mind. Dont pity. Be sympathetic, but dont encourage people to feel sorry for themselves. Put clients at ease make light conversation. Give a brief description of the Society and how we are funded.Be cognizant of your surroundings regarding un-discussed needs.Insure that you have the information you need to make a proper determination.Give hope but make no promise. Let them know that we will pray for them and ask if they will pray for us. Dont discuss the case until you are away from the home.Discuss the home visit with your Conference members.The way we give is more important than what we give material things last only a short time, where as how we give lasts forever giving proper dignity and respect is foremost.

4211-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamQuote From St. Vincent de PaulYou will find that charity is a heavy burden to carry, heavier than the bowl of soup and the full basket. But you will keep you gentleness and your smile. It is not enough to give bread or soup. This the rich can do. You are the servant of the poorThey are your master, and the more difficult they will be, the more unjust and insulting, the more love you must give them. It is for your love alone that the poor will forgive the bread you give them.Serving in hopeEVERYONE read TOGETHER out Loud:

You will find that charity is a heavy burden to carry, heavier than the bowl of soup and the full basket. But you will keep you gentleness and your smile. It is not enough to give bread or soup. This the rich can do. You are the servant of the poorThey are your master, and the more difficult they will be, the more unjust and insulting, the more love you must give them. It is for your love alone that the poor will forgive the bread you give them.

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11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamHow we are OrganizedServing in hope43Jeanne Next is How we are Organized as The Society44Society of St. Vincent de Paul Organization11-14- 09 GB Diocesan Team

Conferences(4,690 Conferences)District Councils(332 District Councils)Diocesan Councils(57 Diocesan Councils)Council General(143 Countries)USA National CouncilNational Committees(15 National Committees)(3 Ad Hoc Committees)Regions(8 Regions)Serving in hopePart IV How Are We Organized?Formator's GuideBasic Issue - 12/20/0544TOM:

Council General Composed of the President General, Appointed Officers and the Presidents of all Superior or National Councils Is Empowered to Institute New Councils and Aggregate New Conferences of the SocietyUnites the Society in Spirituality and Management Is Presided over by the President GeneralThe President General of the Council GeneralRepresents the Society Before the Holy See and All the Religious and Lay International Bodies.Animates and Coordinates the Activities of the Society Through Its Work.Located in Paris, France the Location of the Founding of the SocietyCurrent President Jose Ramon Diaz TorremochaCouncil of USA National President National Council Members Presidents of Diocesan Councils Presidents of Oldest District Councils Supported by the Appointed Officers -- Vice President(s) Secretary Treasure r Supported by National Board of Directors Supported by 7 Permant Committees and Supported by the National Office = Council of the United StatesAnimates and Coordinates the Activities of the Society in the United StatesStimulates and Assists the Councils Attached to itInforms Members, the Council General, Religious and Civil Authorities of Activities Through Regular ReportsProvides the Rule for United States Provides Resource Materials for Training Provides Reporting Structure for Accountability Provides Disaster Relief to Councils Supports Committees for Assistance to the CouncilsPresident of the Council of the United States Presides at all Meetings of the Society Elected for a Six Year Term Chief Executive Officer and Ex Officio Member of all Committees Member of the Council General

45The Societies International Logo11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamThe CircleThe EyeThe CrossingServing in hopeInternational LogoServing in hopeJEANNEThe Crossing At The Tail Or A Tie-knot Represents Unity And Oneness Among Members And Also In Union With The Poor

The Eye of The Fish Is The Vigilant Eye Of God Seeking Out To Help The Poor And Underprivileged In Our Midst

The Circle Signifies The Global Or Worldwide Stature Of The Society Of St. Vincent de Paul an International Society

4546The National Council Office Is Located In St. Louis MissouriCurrent President Joe Flannigan11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamSociety of St. Vincent de Paul58 Progress ParkwaySt. Louis, MO 63043-3706Phone: 314 -576-3993FAX: 314-576-6755Email: usacouncil@svdpusa.orgWeb: www.svdpusa.org and www.svdpusa.netServing in hopeJeanne Handout about what National Does for themThe National Council Office Is Located In St. Louis MissouriCurrent President Joe FlanniganSociety of St. Vincent de Paul58 Progress ParkwaySt. Louis, MO 63043-3706, Phone: 314 -576-3993 FAX: 314-576-6755Email: usacouncil@svdpusa.org Webpage: www.svdpusa.org and svdpusa.netNational Board of Directors includes: President Vice President Treasurer SecretaryRegional Vice Presidents (8) Voice of the Poor Communications DevelopmentVincentian Services Formation (MultiCulture (handout) Youth & Young Vincentians Finance & Governance

4647National CommitteesCommunications DevelopmentFinance and GovernanceYouth & Young VincentiansFormationVoice Of The PoorDisasterStoresCommitteesVincentian Service11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopeTOM:Communications DevelopmentFinance and GovernanceYouth & Young VincentiansFormationVoice Of The PoorDisasterStores

National Council Services: National Office AdministrationMeetingsInternational, National, Regional Meeting Planning and SupportProfessional and Staff Support for National CommitteesMaintain and Strengthen Relationships with the Vincentian Family and GovernmentImplementation of Strategic PlanEpiscopal Advisor RelationshipsManagement and Disbursement of Disaster FundsNational Presidents Liaison to Council General and National CouncilsConflict Resolution Team for Councils and ConferencesAccountability PracticesAdherence to the RuleBylaws of the SocietyPolicies, Procedures and LawsPerformance Objectives Evaluation

4748Formation ServicesProjectsServing In HopeForming the FormatorsWeekly ReflectionsInvitation for RenewalOzanam OrientationInvitation to Serve

11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopeJeanneProjectsServing In HopeForming the FormatorsWeekly ReflectionsInvitation for RenewalOzanam OrientationInvitation to Serve

4849Formation Services contWorkshopsLeadership DevelopmentTrusteesExecutive DirectorsSpiritual AdvisorsSpiritual FormationPresentationsRetreatsVincentian Family11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopeWorkshopsLeadership DevelopmentTrusteesExecutive DirectorsSpiritual AdvisorsSpiritual FormationPresentationsRetreatsVincentian Family4950United States Council Is Divided Into 8 RegionsWestern Region Alaska Arizona California Hawaii Idaho Montana Nevada Oregon Utah Washington

Northeastern Region Connecticut Maine Massachusetts New Hampshire New York Rhode Island VermontEastern Region Delaware District of Columbia Maryland New Jersey Pennsylvania Virginia West VirginiaSoutheastern Region Alabama Florida Georgia Louisiana Mississippi Tennessee North Carolina Puerto Rico South CarolinaMidwestern Region Colorado Iowa Kansas Missouri Nebraska WyomingMid Eastern Region Indiana Kentucky Michigan OhioSouth Central Region Arkansas New Mexico Oklahoma TexasNorth Central Region Illinois UP of MI Minnesota North Dakota South Dakota Wisconsin11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopePart IV How Are We Organized?Formator's GuideBasic Issue - 12/20/0550Tom briefly look at the colored areas these make up the 8 Regions51North Central RegionNorth Central Region Illinois Minnesota North Dakota South Dakota Wisconsin U.P. of MI11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopePart IV How Are We Organized?Formator's GuideBasic Issue - 12/20/0551TOMNorth Central Region: Illinois Minnesota North Dakota South Dakota Wisconsin U.P. of MI

Regional Chairperson Tom Fahl Presiding Officer over RegionRepresents the Pres. of the US Council in RegionConvenes regularly scheduled Regional MeetingsRepresents Councils on the National Executive CommitteeOne Trustee chosen from each Region to vote on National Executive Committee

52Diocesan CouncilAnimates and Coordinates the Work of SVDP Units in the DioceseRepresents the Society In Contacts With the Bishop, Religious And Public AuthoritiesCompiles and Submits an Annual Report to the National CouncilOrganize Training and Formation for Members and Potential Members

11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopeJeanne

Animates and Coordinates the Work of SVDP Units in the DioceseRepresents the Society In Contacts With the Bishop, Religious And Public AuthoritiesCompiles and Submits an Annual Report to the National CouncilOrganize Training and Formation for Members and Potential MembersCommunicates with Conferences and Councils to Keep Them InformedExtends the Society Within Its BoundariesCoordinates/Collaborates with other Catholic service organizationsCollaborates with other service organizationsPresident Represents the Diocesan SVDP Organization as a Member of the National Council

5253District CouncilDistrictAnimates and Coordinates the Work of SVDP Units in Their JurisdictionCompiles and Submits an Annual Report to the Next Higher CouncilOrganize Training and Formation for Members and Potential MembersCommunicates with Conferences and Councils to Keep Them InformedRepresents the District In Contacts With Religious And Public AuthoritiesExtends the Society Within Its Boundaries

11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopeJAYNE:

DistrictAnimates and Coordinates the Work of SVDP Units in Their JurisdictionCompiles and Submits an Annual Report to the Next Higher CouncilOrganize Training and Formation for Members and Potential MembersCommunicates with Conferences and Councils to Keep Them InformedRepresents the District In Contacts With Religious And Public AuthoritiesExtends the Society Within Its Boundaries

5354GUIDELINES FOR A SUCCESSFUL CONFERENCE

ReachableMeet Regularly Two MonthlyGenuine Commitment to Spiritual Purposes and Christian CordialityTakes Initiatives Collaborative in Community Share their wealth by Domestic and Internation TwinningMembers Want to Grow in HolinessRecruitment - Ongoing ResponsibilityResponsible Servant Leaders active in District, Diocesan, Regional and National Councils

11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopePart IV How Are We Organized?Formator's GuideBasic Issue - 12/20/0554The Effective Conference is Reachable. Requires Unfailing Constancy to Clear and Check Messages Regularly with the Parish OfficeThe Effective Conference will Meet Regularly. The RULE Requires a Minimum of Two Meetings MonthlyThe Achieving Conference is Marked by Genuine Commitment to Spiritual Purposes and Christian Cordiality. Conference Prayers and Reflections are Never OmittedThe Poor are Visited Promptly, Regularly, and Attentively.\An Effective Conference Takes Initiatives. Always Ask Can the Conference be Doing More?Effective Conferences are Made up of Members Who Want to Grow. Read, Study, Attend Training Sessions and LecturesThe Conference Regards Recruitment as an Ongoing Responsibility. Members Can Seek Dramatic Vistas for MembershipAn Effective Conference Takes Initiatives. Always Ask Can the Conference be Doing More?Effective Conferences are Made up of Members Who Want to Grow. Read, Study, Attend Training Sessions and LecturesThe Conference Regards Recruitment as an Ongoing Responsibility. Members Can Seek Dramatic Vistas for MembershipEffective Conferences Have Leaders Who Handle Their Specific Duties With Whatever Competence They Have Naturally or Can Cultivate. Share Responsibility for Decision Making and Action with the ConferenceThe Effective Conference Has Working Ties in the Neighborhood and Community. Cultivate Relationships with Other Public and Private AgenciesThe Effective Conference is Aware of Its Responsibility to Participate in the Activities of its District and Diocesan Councils. Participates in Meetings and Religious Observances, Supports Special Works, Contributes to Poorer ConferencesThe Effective Conference Looks Beyond Its Own Boundaries Participates in the National and International Dimensions of the Society.The Ideal Conference is Both Wealthy and Poor. Made Up of Members Who Support the Work and Encourage Generosity from Friends of the Society. Does Not Hoard for a Rainy Day.

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How are we Accountable11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hope55TOM How are we Accountable56Realities Of Being A Non-Profit OrganizationNon Profit RealitySolidarity With the SocietyInsurance CoverageIncorporation of CouncilsFederal And State Tax Laws

Why and How Are We Accountable11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopeTOM:

Realities Of Being A Non-Profit OrganizationNon Profit RealityNon-Profit501 (c)(3) Tax Exempt OrganizationOfficial Catholic Directory ListingSolidarity With the SocietyInstitution of CouncilsAggregation of ConferencesRealities Of Being A Non-Profit OrganizationInsurance CoverageIncorporation of CouncilsFederal And State Tax Laws

5657Maintaining RecordsConfidentialityFriend in NeedCollaboration With Other Agencies Release of Information

Who Speaks for the Society

Why and How Are We Accountable11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopetom- Maintaining Records Financial Record of all Financial Transactions Each Conference Should Open Checking Account Separate from Parish, Individual, or Other Organization There can be NO Commingling of Funds Regular Audits of Conferences and Councils Must be Conducted Non-Financial Receipts No Particular Form of Receipt is Required but it Must Accurately Describe the Cash or Property Donated State Whether Contributor Received Goods Or Services of Value in Return for the Contribution. If So a Good Faith Estimate of Their Value Must Be Provided Annual Reporting Fiscal Year for the Society is from 1 October to 30 September Each Conference Asked to Compile and Submit to Its Council its Activity for the Previous Year Each Council Compiles the Conference Reports, Adds its Own and Submits to the Next Higher Council The National Council Compiles all of the Affiliates Report and Publishes the Annual Report For the Society In the United States Membership Lists Maintenance of Council and Conference Membership Lists is Necessary to Minimize Printing and Distribution of Ozanam News Each Conference and Council Needs to Define an Update ProcessJeanne Confidentiality Disclosures of the Family or Individual to an SVDP Member and Conference will not be Revealed to Others Without Their Consent (Information Release without Informed Consent May Occur if Person is in Real Danger of Injuring Himself or Others or Endangering the Larger Community) Confidentiality is Important to Developing Trusting Relationships Between Those in Need and the Society Care Must be Taken in Handling Confidential Information During Collaboration With Other Agencies or Via a Shared Database Release of Information:Verbal Release to Home Visit Team Should be Sufficient in Obtaining Basic Food, Utilities, Rent Assistance, etc. Written Release Is Advised for More Complicated Cases such as Emotional Problems, Legal Issues, AIDS/HIV, counseling Situations (Sample Release Form Available for Download on National Website)

Tom -- Who Speaks for the Society: National President Speaks for the Society on National Issues Diocesan Council President Speaks for the Society on Diocesan Issues District Council President Speaks for the Society on District Level Issues Conference President Speaks for the Society on Conference Level Issues Individuals Members are not curtailed from Advocating Causes as long as they do not proclaim they are Speaking on Behalf of the Society 5758

What are we doing today?11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hope58Jayne OUR LAST SECTION BEFORE THE CLOSING COMMISSIONING --- Decide if some have to leave early to move the Commission to right after lunch 59National Strategic Plan SummaryPromote Greater Spiritual Growth At Every Level Of SocietyEnhance the Image of the Society to Become a More Visible Sign of Christ Encourage Greater Unity at Every Level of the SocietyDevelop Greater Solidarity With and Care for People Who are PoorBuilding Strengthened Relationships with the Church, Vincentian Family, and Other Organizations, Which Serve People in Need.Prepare a Comprehensive Development Program for Coordinated Fund Raising.

11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopeTOM HANDOUTS 1, Promote Greater Spiritual Growth At Every Level Of Society Conference Development:Serving In Hope,Ozanam Orientation,Develop DVD/Videos Leadership Invitation To Renewal, Leadership Skills Development Workshops Spiritual Advisors In All ConferencesVincentian Charism Vincentian Family Formation, Collaboration With Other Members Of Vincentian Family Diocesan Council Retreats Spiritual Advisor Retreats2. Enhance the Image of the Society to Become a More Visible Sign of Christ Provide Electronic and Print Media Provide Manuals for the Society Ozanam NewsDiocesan Council Vincentian Herald Advertising Spots in Conjunction with Stores

3. Encourage Greater Unity at Every Level of the Society Increase Membership Through Conference Revitalization,Invitation to Serve,Increase Number of Conferences,Increase Youth,Share Best Practices,Accountability: Implementing Standardized Bylaws at All Levels Across the CountryIncrease Leadership at All LevelsInvitation to Renewal4. Develop Greater Solidarity With and Care for People Who are Poor: Increase Person-to-Person Visitation; Become National and Local Advocates for the PoorIncrease Number of Conferences and Councils Twinning; Increase Number of People Served Through Special Works5. Building Strengthened Relationships with the Church, Vincentian Family, and Other Organizations, Which Serve People in Need. Sharing Annual Report Feedback at Parish, Diocesan and National Level;Request Input from Bishops;Work More Closely with Other Church Organizations in Our Mission6. Prepare a Comprehensive Development Program for Coordinated Fund Raising. National Development Director; Prepare Material to Assist Councils in Fund RaisingSupport International Programs to Assist the Needy Around the World

5960International TwinningConference$$$Twinning Country ConferenceUS National CouncilTwinning Country National CouncilAssisting Conferences And Councils In Other Countries Who Are Unable To Conduct Works Of Mercy Due to Lack Of Funds

11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopeConferences And Councils In Other Countries Who Are Unable To Conduct Works Of Mercy Due to Lack International Twinning6061Domestic TwinningConference$Twinning ConferenceUS National Council A Vehicle To Share Between Conferences In Your Own Council, Diocese, Region

11-14- 09 GB Diocesan Team Assisting Other Conferences And Councils In The Council Of The U.S. Who Are Unable To Conduct Works Of Mercy Because Of Lack Of Funds

Serving in hopeDomestic Twinning Assisting Other Conferences And Councils In The Council Of The U.S. Who Are Unable To Conduct Works Of Mercy Because Of Lack Of Funds A Vehicle To Share Between Conferences In Your Own Council, Diocese, Region

Minimum Recommended Assistance -- $75.00 A Quarter Correspond On A Bi-Monthly Basis Frequent Prayer For Twinning Partner Assistance Other Than Monetary Can Be Provided Joint Meetings, Functions, Client Assistance

6162Vincentian FamilyExpanding Collaboration With The Vincentian Family

Modeling the Relationship Between the Founding Members of the Society and Sister Rosalie Rendu

Maintain and Develop Close Relationships with Other Branches of the Family: 11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopevincentian FamilyExpanding Collaboration With The Vincentian Family

Modeling the Relationship Between the Founding Members of the Society and Sister Rosalie Rendu

Maintain and Develop Close Relationships with Other Branches of the Family: Major Branches

Ladies of CharityCongregation of the Mission (Vincentian Priests and Brothers)Daughters of CharityFederation of the Sisters of CharityAssociations

Vincentian Marian YouthMiraculous Medal AssociationsVincentian Service CorpsLay Vincentian Missionaries

6263Vincentian Family cont.Major BranchesLadies of CharityCongregation of the Mission (Vincentian Priests and Brothers)Daughters of CharityFederation of the Sisters of CharityAssociations:Vincentian Marian YouthMiraculous Medal AssociationsVincentian Service CorpsLay Vincentian Missionaries

11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopeMajor Branches: Ladies of Charity Daughters of CharityCongregation of the Mission (Vincentian Priests and Brothers)Federation of the Sisters of CharityAssociations: Vincentian Marian Youth; Miraculous Medal Associations; Vincentian Service CorpsLay Vincentian Missionaries

64The Gospel Call

11-14- 09 GB Diocesan TeamServing in hopeBegin the Commissioning --- Closing Song --- Use at end of commissioning

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