Feast of St. Vincent de Paul

Today is 27th September - the Feast of St. Vincent de Paul.

Don't forget to take a little time today to remember the poor. Make a simple 'plain' meal today without dessert - plain meals here are soup and a slice of bread. Set an extra place at table to remind your family of your willingness to receive a poor guest to share your bounty. If your church has a St. V de P collection box, take some time today to drop off some warm clothing to share for the upcoming winter season.

Dear Saint, the mere mention of your name suggests a litany of your virtues: humility, zeal, mercy, self-sacrifice. It also recalls your many foundations: Works of Mercy, Congregations, Societies. And the Church gratefully remembers your promotion of the priesthood. Inspire all Charitable Workers, especially those who minister to the poor - both the spiritually and the materially poor. Amen.