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April 2014
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818 Sunset Drive, Waukesha, WI 53189
Phone: (262) 547-3281 Office: (262) 544-1850
Fax: (262) 522-9048
Email: info@stvincentwaukcnty.org
Website: www.stvincentwaukeshacounty.org
Julie – Phone 262-522-3240
jm@stvincentwaukcnty.org
Ashley – Phone 262-522-3241
as@stvincentwaukcnty.org
ACTIVITIES THIS MONTH
April Meal Program SVDP Volunteer Commitment Schedule
April 2014
7- St. Mary
14- St. Dominic
21- St. Leonard
28- St. Joseph – Big Bend
Please note it is very important that eight (8)
volunteers are present each Monday evening at
5:00 PM. If you do not have enough conference
members to serve, please seek additional
volunteers through your parish.
April 1
Ozanam Medallion Nomination Due Today
The Ozanam Medallion is awarded to an individual or conference who has presented a model of
service to the broader community, who has increased knowledge of the works of the Society and
has assisted the Society in creating an image helpful in recruitment and resource development.
Do you know an individual or a conference who has achieved these goals?
Nominations must be submitted by April 1 to the SVdP Archdiocesan office. (St. Vincent de
Paul, 9601 W. Silver Spring Dr., Milwaukee, WI 53225)
The Ozanam Medallion will be presented at the Archdiocesan General Dinner meeting on May
18. See Archdiocean Announcement section below for details.
Ozanam Medallion Nomination Forms are on the website.
Vincentian Members Home page> Member Toolbox>Resources>SVDP Resources>Conference
Members Forms & Tools.
April 8
Voice of the Poor
St. Luke Catholic Church
18000 W. Greenfield Ave. Brookfield
6:30 PM
The Voice of the Poor Committee is focusing on the SVdP National Systemic Change initiative
and invites members to consider attending this meeting to learn more.
Questions-please contact Marian Lamoureux at marianlamoureux@gmail.com
April 9 and April 23
Free Blood Pressure Screening in Waukesha
Waukesha Council Office - Thrift Store
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Free blood pressure screening will be held on a regular basis for preventative health and for
monitoring purposes. Advice and referrals will be provided. Inform the people you serve of this
opportunity. Jennifer Soika RN BSN, Waukesha ProHealth Care Community Outreach Nurse is
available to take calls at the Council office each Wednesday from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm this
month.
April 19
Waukesha Food Pantry (WFP) Home Delivery Program
1301 Sentry Drive, Waukesha
10:45 am - 12:30 pm
Conference Commitment for 3rd Saturday of the month: St. Mary Waukesha
Jason Aide, SVDP Home Delivery Program Coordinator will continue to contact each
conference in advance to confirm the number of vehicles, affirm automobile insurance, provide
instructions and answer any questions. Jason Aide can be reached at 262-424-6017.
April 24
Ozanam Orientation Offered in Milwaukee
9601 W. Silverspring Dr. Milwaukee
4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Did you miss Waukesha’s Ozanam Orientation in February? Waukesha’s next Ozanam
Orientation is November 15th. If you would prefer not to wait, Waukesha members are invited to
attend this session. RSVPs are required. Please call Jessie at 414-462-7837.
April 26
Education Session – Coming Together to Get Ahead (CTGA)
St. Leonard Catholic Church
W173S7743 Westwood Dr. Muskego
RSVP – Comingtogether@stvincentwaukcnty.org or call 262-547-0654
7:30 Arrival – Registration
8:00 AM start
2:45 Conclusion
(Continental Breakfast and Lunch provided)
The Coming Together to Get Ahead Education Session is based on the concepts presented in
Ruby Payne’s book A Framework for Understanding Poverty and subsequent work with Philip
DeVol ‘Bridges Out of Poverty.’
During the session attendees will learn more about poverty and the approach the mentoring
program will use to help people help themselves to change their life situations. The session will
also provide enough information to discern if becoming involved in the CTGA program is right for
you. If all you do with CTGA is attend the Education Session, it will be well worth it! You will be
a more informed Vincentian, a better Home Visitor, and can help promote this program with your
patrons and other in the community!
Can’t make the CTGA Education Session on April 26?
The next CTGA Education Session will be held at St. Jerome Catholic Church on May 17.
Please check the Home Page>CTGA page on the website for details and future dates.
April 28
Quarterly Membership Meeting
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Waukesha Council office – Thrift Store (S30W24836 Sunset Dr.)
The agenda will include an update on the current status of the Coming Together to Get Ahead
mentoring program and introduce materials and will include discussions on how to introduce the
CTGA program to patrons during the Home Visit.
All members invited and encouraged to attend.
ANNOUNCEMENTS – Waukesha Council
Conference President Election
Records indicate 13 Conference Presidents in total will complete their 1st or 2nd term as officer
on September 30, 2014. It is not too early to look ahead and plan accordingly.
Completing 1st 3-year term:
St. Anthony on the Lake
St. Charles
St. James MF
St. John Neumann
St. Joseph Wauk
Completing 2nd 3-year term
St. Dismas – Jail Ministry
St. Joseph BB
St. Theresa Eagle
St. William
Conference President Election materials are posted on the website.
(Member Toolbox>Resources & Forms>SVdP Resources & Forms>Conference President
Forms and Tools)
Did You Know?
Blessed Frederic Ozanam’s was born on April 23, 1813 in Milan, Italy.
St. Vincent de Paul was born on April 24, 1581 in Landes, France
PROGRAMS AND MINISTRIES
Jail Ministry - Easter Celebration at the Jail
A special thank you to all of the individuals and conference groups that offered support to the
Jail Ministry to provide ‘treats’ for inmates at the jail on Easter Sunday. Inmates will recognize
and celebrate the holiday with a bag of popcorn, candy, a soda, a stamped envelope and a
small holy card. Thanks to your generosity, this small gesture brought light to inmates in their
very dark time. Blessings to all.
Summer Lunch Program
Minutes from the March 12, 2014 Summer Lunch meeting are posted on the website. The
Summer Lunch Program Guideline and the 2014 Summer Lunch calendar will be posted once
all conferences confirm their week and pertinent information (Park staff names and contact info,
Park-Rec cancellation phone number, etc.) become available.
To date, July 31, August 1 and the week of August 4-8 are open! Conferences may be asked to
help out a day or two if those dates remain vacant.
St. Vincent de Paul Sunday
St. Vincent de Paul Sunday planning for 2014 is already underway. Several conferences have
already booked but there are several open weekends. Scheduling is done on a "first-come, firstserve" basis. The following weekends are available:
April 11-13,
(May – booked)
June 6-8, 13-15, 20-22, 27-29
July 11-13, 18-20, 25-27
August 1-3, 22-24
(September & Oct booked)
St. Vincent de Paul Sunday is a great opportunity to promote and publicize your conference
parish works and the Society as a whole. Consider making a weekend of it. Offer informational
materials, be available to answer questions, and invite people to learn more, etc.
*Please note, Ernie Lawrence is no longer involved with this program. Contact Julie
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Stores
Great Volunteer Opportunity at the Waukesha County Fair!
Join other SVdP volunteers at the SVdP booth at the Waukesha County Fair July 16-20. You
heard right! St. Vincent de Paul will have its own booth set up during the entire County Fair this
summer!
After a brief orientation volunteers will work off topic specific brochures explaining to fairgoers
the SVdP mission, ministries and the help we provide to our neighbors in need Waukesha
County. Have a great time doing God’s work!
Fair entrance and parking will be paid.
Contact Sherry 262-955-3097 or email sl@stvincentwaukcnty.org
Store Committee Opportunities
The stores have several openings on the Store Committee. The successful candidates must be
willing to accept projects and see them through to completion, recognize problems and propose
solutions, and be willing to meet on short notice during business hours. Retail or operational
experience desirable.
Contact Bill James, Store Operations Manager at 262-646-3518
Waukesha Celebrates 3 Year Anniversary with Grand Opening Sale May 5-10
Store contact information:
Oconomowoc: Ron Furno 262-569-0761 svdpocon@bizwi.rr.com
Waukesha: John Erdmann 262-547-3281 je@stvincentwaukcnty.org
Store Donation Manager: Rod Colburn rc@stvincentwaukcnty.org
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COUNCIL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
St. Vincent de Paul Sunday Scheduler
Contact conferences to establish and monitor the St Vincent de Paul Sundays.
Coming Together to Get Ahead – Communications Specialist
Coordinate, assemble, and send the monthly newsletter and communications to the various
helping groups within the program. Work with the CTGA Implementation Team and others
within the program. Willingness to learn and work with Constant Contact (a web-based email
application) is a must.
Please contact Julie.
CONFERENCE RESOURCES
2014 April-May-June Reflections and Parish Bulletin Inserts
Second quarter Conference meeting Reflections and Parish Bulletin inserts are posted on the
website.
Member Toolbox>Spirituality Tab
ProHealth Care Community Outreach
Nurse Contact Information
Nurse Katherine and Nurse Jennie are available to support SVdP members and people in need
with medication questions and/or resources relating to health issues.
Oconomowoc: Katherine Smentek, RN, BSN. E-mail: Katherine.Smentek@phci.org
Waukesha: Jennie Soika, RN, BSN – E-mail: jennifer.soika@phci.org
Both nurses can also be reached by phone by calling the ProHealth Care office at 262-9284276.
Health Wellness Tip of the Month
This month Nurse Jennie provides tips to eating on a budget.
Member Toolbox>Resources>SVDP and ProHealth Care Community Outreach Tab
ARCHDIOCESAN COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENT
Archdiocesan Spring Meeting – All Members Invited
The SVdP Archdiocesan Council will host the spring General Dinner meeting on May 18
at Lumen Christi Catholic Church, 2700 W Mequon Road, Mequon. The
11:00 am Mass will be followed by a dinner and meeting.
All members in the nine District Councils are invited to attend this social gathering. Leaders will
bring members up to date on Archdiocesan matters and will present and celebrate the recipients
of the Ozanam Medallion award.
Cost: $10.00 - Checks made payable to St. Vincent de Paul
RSVPs are due by, May 12 to 9601 W. Silverspring Dr. Milwaukee, WI 53225 or call
414-462-7863.
NATIONAL AND REGIONAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
North Central Region Meeting
June 26 – 28
Host: Marquette, MI
The Marquette Diocese will host and is currently preparing for the North Central Region
meeting. The theme of the event is ‘The Caring Hands of SVdP Servants.’ The full agenda is
expected soon but it is not too early to pencil in these dates or to make your hotel reservation!
The meeting will be held at the Holiday Inn, 1951 U.S. 41 West, Marquette, MI 49855
There is a special rate for SVdP at $95 + tax/night. Call in your reservation at 906-225-1351.
2014 National Assembly
September 24 –27
Atlanta Marriott Marquis, Atlanta, Georgia
Theme: Hope In Action
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Georgia will host the National Assembly gathering in 2014.
To help fund the event they are selling raffle tickets. Check out the details:
1st Prize: $25,000 / 2nd Prize: $5,000 / 3rd Prize: Apple iPad (32GB)/ 4th Prize: Kindle Fire HD
The drawing will be held on September 27, 2014 at 8:00pm at the. Need not be present to win.
Ticket Price: $25 each or 5 for $100.
To order tickets please contact Louise Coniglio (678)892-6166 or lconiglio@svdpgeorgia.org
WHAT’S AHEAD
May Meal Program SVDP Volunteer Commitment
May 2014
5 - St. James - Mukwonago
12 – St. Charles
19 – blessed Teresa of Calcutta
27 – (Memorial Day) St. James MF
May 14
Resource for Patrons - Workforce Development Spring Job Fair
Waukesha Technical College
Service Building Gymnasium
800 Main St. Pewaukee
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
For more information visit the website www.wfdc.org and click on Job Fairs.
(Waukesha metro provides bus service on Route 9. Call Waukesha Metro with questions at
262-524-3636)
May 17
Coming Together to Get Ahead Education Session
St. Jerome Catholic Church
7:30 am registration – 8:00 start – 2:45 pm
RSVP to Julie McIntyre at comingtogether@stvincentwaukcnty.org or call
262-547-0654
Prayers For Good Health
PETITIONS
Jim Foster, CPA Waukesha District Council
Tom Fredricks, St. Joseph Conference, Waukesha
Kathleen Swain, St. William
Al Lepak, Washington Council General Manage, Slinger
EASTER GREETINGS
May your heart be filled with joy as we receive
another gift of life from Jesus Christ.
Happy Easter!