by Jackie Scott | Oct 21, 2022 | All Posts
The banner outside the St. Vincent de Paul Shelter for Women and Families proclaims that “Love Lives Here,” a sign that all are welcome, all are treated with dignity, respect, and compassion, and all we do is rooted in love for God and neighbor. On an even...
by Jackie Scott | Sep 26, 2022 | All Posts
September is National Preparedness Month, and like a good neighbor, St. Vincent’s there. As the leaves change and seasons shift, the wind begins to blow cooler and cooler, we, like the squirrels, ought to be preparing for winter. Instead of collecting...
by Jackie Scott | Aug 25, 2022 | All Posts
The simplest gifts often have the biggest impact on our neighbors in need, but perhaps none other than a hearty home-cooked meal to nourish the body and soul in times of stress. The children, women, and men who come to our shelters for rest are all experiencing some...
by Jackie Scott | Jul 14, 2022 | All Posts
It began with firewood—the spark that lit the fire in the heart for love of neighbor. A group of college buddies in 1833 who loved God and studied theology felt that something was missing. They were convicted to live their faith in a more active, tangible way....
by Jackie Scott | Jun 21, 2022 | All Posts
“Thank you very much for all you’ve done. You are a part of this blessing. Without each and every one of you, I wouldn’t be where I am today.” As I sat across from this man and listened to him repeat over and over what a blessing we all are, how much he loves each and...
