The Society of St. Vincent de Paul was founded in France in 1833 by Frederic Ozanam.  It was established in Canada in 1846, and today exists in 130 countries throughout the world.    Our mission is to live the Gospel message by serving Christ in the poor with love, respect, justice and joy.

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Our parish St. Vincent de Paul Conference began in 1987.  Today we have twelve (12) members who meet once a month to plan strategies and to act on your behalf to help the poor in our community.  Many are single parents with young children and are unable to work; others are mentally or emotionally incapable, suffering from disabilities and illnesses that limit them.  Through our many visits, we have discovered the depths of hopelessness and despair; depression and isolation that poverty can lead to.   However, the small gesture of help that we offer, does make a big difference in the attitudes of the heart for those who give and those who receive!

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Please consider becoming a “Vincentian”.  Jesus said, “we will always have the poor with us”.  Many helping hands make any work much easier!  Quoting Pope Francis, “The poor are not a problem, they are a resource from which to draw as we strive to accept and practice in our lives the essence of the Gospel.

On behalf of your St. Vincent de Paul Society, thankyou for your donations now and in the future.

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St. Vincent de Paul Store

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Come and visit one of the newest sites is Niagara Falls, Ontario!  “VINCENT’S is a thrift store for all smart and frugal shoppers who spend very wisely!  There are lots of items to choose from including some furniture pieces.   We also have extra special items on display for our “silent auction”.   We usually have weekly sales on clothing items.

 

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul store, “Vincent’s”, is located at 5970 Lundy’s Lane (across from the Big Bee Convenience Store).  We are open Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.  Our phone number is 289.296.3807; email is - vincentstorenf@gmail.com

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Vincent's Loves Volunteers - Do you have 2 - 4 hours per week that you could spare? Vincent's Thrift Store at 5970 Lundy's Lane in Niagara Falls would love to hear from you. The store is part of the St.Vincent de Paul Society, serving the needy members of our community. It is a wonderful opportunity to be the hands of Christ in our world. We have a variety of "jobs" to do, and wonderful people to work with. Activities may include: sorting donations, stocking and organizing shelves, serving customers and cleaning. People with special interests like jewelry, books, vintage clothing and art might also enjoy working with us. We could also use a person with a truck who is willing to pick up or drop off items from time to time. Volunteer opportunities are open to persons of all ages, including students who require community service hours. We can arrange your hours to suit your schedule. Please give the store a call if you are interested and ask to speak with our manager Andrea: 289.296.3807.

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We accept donations of clean, gently used, clothing items; shoes & boots; usable pots & pans; all kinds of dishes, glasses, cups; small kitchen appliances, coffee makers; small table & chair sets; vacuum cleaners; knick-knacks; pictures, etc., etc., etc. We can NOT accept any large items (sofa & chairs, bedroom sets, lawnmowers, NO highchairs, Cribs, or mattresses).  Please call the store if you are unsure of what to donate.

 

Come and browse through our store and meet our friendly volunteers, all ready to assist you find exactly what you have been searching for.  St. Vincent de Paul will bless you for your donation!  See you soon!!