Author: Sharon Winzeler

At St. Vincent de Paul, we often say that we serve our neighbors with love, respect, and hope. Sometimes, that mission becomes especially tangible.   Compassion moves beyond words and into action that transforms a home and a life. Recently, volunteers visited a young mother raising two daughters on her own. Like many families, she had Read more

At Society of St. Vincent de Paul, we often meet people whose lives tell powerful stories of perseverance. One recent encounter reminds us how courage, determination, and a little support from a caring community can make a profound difference. This young mother’s life has been shaped by resilience from the very beginning. Growing up in Read more

This month the St. Vincent de Paul (SVdP) Conference here at St. Francis is celebrating 10 amazing years of service to neighbors in our community who are experiencing economic hardship.  As we celebrate this decade of service, we give special thanks to you!  Thank you for your prayers, your kindness and your generosity over the Read more

By Stephen Andrews Just before Christmas, our conference received a case that weighed heavily on our hearts. A mother of five was facing eviction after falling behind on her rent. With the holidays approaching, the fear of losing her home was overwhelming. When we visited her, we learned that her situation resulted from a series Read more

At the St. Vincent de Paul Society, we serve first by listening, by being present, and by offering compassion.  These services begin before we know whether financial assistance will be possible. Recently, our volunteers met a neighbor whose story reminds us why this ministry of accompaniment is so essential. A Move Made for Love Our Read more

At the St. Vincent de Paul Society, we know that life can change in an instant. A job loss, an unexpected expense, or a family crisis can push even the most hardworking individuals into financial hardship. Recently, our conference had the privilege of assisting two community members facing unique challenges who needed a helping hand Read more

When a 56-year-old single mother began feeling ill early in October, she had no idea her life was about to change so suddenly. On October 5, she went to the hospital, and doctors quickly discovered she was having a heart attack. Two arteries were blocked, requiring both a stent and a balloon procedure to restore Read more

When a young mother of two arrived in the Triangle, she was searching for stability and a better future. The hospital where she had worked had closed. She was promised a temporary job that would soon become permanent. Unfortunately, that promise never materialized. Without a steady income, she fell behind on rent and was eventually Read more