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Everything you need to prepare for and carry out a home visit — documents, assistance programs, and current limits. Categories and links are fully extensible; log in and turn on Edit mode to add your own. Changes are shared with everyone.
Current Assistance Limits
The Spirituality of the Home Visit
Before the logistics, the heart. A home visit is not a transaction — it is a spiritual encounter in which both the Neighbor and the Vincentian are meant to grow closer to Christ.
Our Charism — Why We Go
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul was founded in Paris in 1833 by Frederic Ozanam and a small group of fellow students who believed that faith must be put into action through direct, personal encounter with those who are poor. We take St. Vincent de Paul as our patron because of his tireless, hands-on service to the poor and sick of his own time.
We go two by two, as the disciples were sent — to listen, to accompany, and to serve, offering material help alongside genuine friendship, respect, and prayer.
Be Intentional About the Visit
Every visit deserves a moment of preparation of the heart, not just the checklist. Pause together on the doorstep. Remember whose home you are entering and whose work you are doing.
- A hand up, not just a hand outPair material aid with connection to resources that build lasting stability.
- Serve with dignity, not judgmentWe are guests in the Neighbor’s home and in their story.
- Confidentiality is sacredWhat is shared in a Neighbor’s home stays within the conference’s case records.
- Generosity within stewardshipOur goal is to maximize the impact and number of Neighbors served — not to conserve funds.
- Honor silenceIt is not something to fill. Let the Neighbor tell their own story.
The Visit, in 9 Steps
- Pray before knocking. Take a moment together on the doorstep.
- Greet & introduce yourselves. Name your parish; show your SVdP ID.
- Listen — don’t interrogate. Let the Neighbor set the pace.
- Empathize — no promises yet. Reflect back what you hear.
- Determine our ability to assist. Reference this month’s limit.
- Make joint agency calls if needed. Include the Neighbor in the call.
- Fill out the Leave-Behind card. Document referrals and next steps.
- Pray together, if welcomed. Always an invitation, never an obligation.
- Thank them & explain next steps. Reaffirm that you’re glad they reached out.
Central Texas Regional Events
Training courses, gatherings, and special meetings across our Central Texas region — including other conferences and the Diocesan Council.
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Official Calendars to Check
National SVdP Events
Society of St. Vincent de Paul USA national gatherings, formation, and the annual meeting.
Placeholder entries — edit to add confirmed dates, or use the official links below.
Official Calendars to Check
International SVdP Events
Society of St. Vincent de Paul events from the international General Council (Confederation) in Paris and member councils worldwide.
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Official Calendars to Check
Meeting Agendas & Materials
Agendas for upcoming meetings, plus reports and materials members can post or upload. Log in and turn on Edit mode to add a meeting, build its agenda, attach a report, or post a link to meeting materials.
Printable Documents
The full text of our core home-visit documents, formatted for reading and printing. Use your browser’s Print command (or Save as PDF) on any of these.