The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul (SSVP) joins the universal Church in mourning the passing of Pope Francis. With deep gratitude SSVP recalls the closeness and unwavering support Pope Francis always showed towards our organization. During his time as Archbishop of Buenos Aires, he maintained a close bond with the Society, personally accompanying members on home visits to families living in poverty—an experience that deepened his affection for and closeness to the Vincentian charism. As Pope, he publicly recognized the work of the SSVP on numerous occasions, describing it as “an extraordinary force for good in the service of the poor.” Please join us in praying for the repose of his soul.
Easter Joy
- Thank you John W Costello Catholic School for providing 270 boxes of cereal for our Vincentian friends.
- Thank You St Joan of Arc School teachers and students of Grade 1 for spreading the joy of Easter to our Vincentian Friends!
About Us
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is a lay Catholic not-for-profit charity that helps economically-vulnerable people globally with emergency food hampers and assistance meeting basic needs.
St Michaels Conference in Calgary was started in 1994 to help and support the families in the community of Cougar Ridge, West Springs, Aspen Woods, Patterson, Coach Hill, Wildwood, Spruce Cliff, Shaganappi, Rosscarrock, Westgate, Christy Park, Strathcona, and Prominence Point.
Need Help?
If you need help and live in one of these communities : Cougar Ridge, West Springs, Aspen Woods, Patterson, Coach Hill, Wildwood, Spruce Cliff, Shaganappi, Rosscarrock, Westgate, Christy Park, Strathcona, and Prominence Point
Call 403-249-0423, ext. 122 Please clearly state your name, address and phone number.
Do you live outside these communities, please visit SSVP Calgary for a list of Parish conferences
How Can You Help Us?
Monetary Donations
Place cash or cheques in donation envelopes (write your name and address for tax receipt) found in St. Michael’s Parish SSVP food box in the narthex and drop them at the collection basket during Mass or at the SSVP donation box.
Or
Click on the Donate Button
Non Perishable items
DONATIONS of non-perishables and monetary can be dropped off in the SSVP Food Chest in the Church’s Gathering Area.
List of non-perishables here
Want to join us?
Contact us by email SSVP@saintmichael.ca or phone 403-249-0423, ext. 122
Fun Fact
St. Vincent de Paul society was not founded until more than 150 years after St. Vincent’s death. Blessed Fredrick Ozanam founded the Society. He named it after St. Vincent de Paul, who is the patron saint of charitable societies, and modelled the Society on his call to “See Christ in the poor and to be Christ to the poor”.