Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Diocesan Council of San Diego

06/07/2026

04/24/2026

On April 24, 1581, St. Vincent de Paul was born.

His belief that every person deserves dignity and compassion transformed how the world responds to poverty and continues to guide our work today.

More than four centuries later, Vincentians carry forward that mission, serving neighbors in need through acts of charity, justice, and love.

💙 Inspired by his example, we continue to serve.

04/03/2026

"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." - John 3:16

On Good Friday, we pause to reflect on Christ’s sacrifice - a profound expression of love, humility, and mercy.

03/10/2026

John Berry, National President SVdP USA, was recently featured on the Catholic Faith Network to discuss our position on the Forbes 2025 Top 100 Charities list.

Watch the full interview: https://ow.ly/u4R350YqH8q.

02/07/2026

Happy Feast Day of Blessed Rosalie Rendu.

A Daughter of Charity who served for decades in one of Paris’s poorest neighborhoods, Blessed Rosalie formed the earliest members of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in the spirit of person-to-person service. She taught them to approach every neighbor with dignity, compassion, and presence.

Her words still guide us today: “If you have nothing to give, give yourself.”

Pray for us, Blessed Rosalie.