SSVP
SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL (SSVP) –
SACRED HEART CONFERENCE
This conference began in the early 1960’s and at present consists of 7 members (5 female and 2
male) most of whom are retired. The conference would gladly welcome new members (over 14 years
of age) to increase its numbers.
HISTORY 
The Saint Vincent de Paul Society was formed by Blessed Frederic Ozanam in 1833 to help alleviate poverty. At that time he was a student and along with 6 friends made a positive move to change conditions for the socially excluded. The society now has around a million active members in 126 countries.
PRESENT DAY
The SSVP conference at Sacred Heart Church is busy visiting the sick, lonely and patients in hospital and nursing homes and those who seek material assistance. They also help by transporting people to and from Mass, on outings and to hospital appointments.
The meetings are held every Monday evening to review their work as well as to allocate future work in a spirit of prayer and mutual support. Members also attend National Meetings and take part in SSVP Masses and retreats and other Society events.
If you would like to join the Society to help those in this area, please contact the parish priest.
