SVDP Diocesan Council of Charleston

Our Mission from our Bylaws Article 3: 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 the needy & suffering in the tradition of its founder Frederic Ozanam and patron Vincent de Paul. As a reflection of the whole family of God members who are known as Vincentians are drawn from every ethnic & 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 & reflection mutually supportive gatherings & adherence to the basic Rule. Organized locally Vincentians witness Gods love by embracing all works of charity & 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.