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St. Vincent de Paul Society loses one of its leaders...
Don
Lamb, our Oregon Archdiocesan Chair and Voice of the Poor Advocate passed
away on May 16 in his sleep, he was 71 years old. Don was a volunteer with
the Society for over 20 years, and held virtually every position in the
Society in Oregon. Don, a trained lawyer, was instrumental in helping
those in need, from handing out food boxes on home visits to dealing with
the State of Oregon legislature on predatory lending.
He
is survived by his wife Mary Ann, two grown children and two
grandchildren. With profound sadness and gratitude we, the Rogue Valley
District Council, remember Don and his dedication to the poor and needy
that was the best.
Those of you who attended the dedication ceremony last year celebrating
the completion of our Capital Improvement Project might remember his
attendance at the event. This quiet, humble and dedicated Vincentian
tirelessly helped our Society in many ways. We will all miss him. Please
remember Don and his surviving family in your prayers. |
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August 11-15 from 9 am to 2 pm are
the dates for the School Supplies
giveaway. This year there will be
additional evening hours on August
12 and 14 only, from
5 pm to 8 pm.
We need volunteers for screening and/or
bagging during these hours.
Can you help out? There is a sign up sheet
in the office. Thanks!
“Where your treasure lies there
too lies your heart.”
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The Gem State was host to this year's St. Vincent de Paul Western Regional
meeting. Our Medford SVDP representative was Kathy Morgan and here’s her
report: “The theme of the event was Where
your treasure lies there too lies your heart.
More
than 200 Vincentians from the Western United States, including Alaska and
Hawaii, joined in prayer and fellowship in Boise, Idaho, June 24-28.
This year marked the 175th Anniversary of the Society's
mission in the United States. Father Pedro, spiritual advisor for the
Western Region, was on hand to provide uplifting and constructive words
about living the Vincentian life. His main message being that God will
provide.
Terry
Wilson, Vice President of National St. Vincent de Paul, gave a keynote
address. The best news out of the conference is that Joe Flanagan,
President of National St. Vincent de Paul, is now cancer free.
The
conferences give Vincentians a chance to relax, pray together and return
to the focus of our mission: Seeing the face of Christ in those we serve.
It is always time well spent." |