SVP answers singing group's call for help

The SVP answered a call for help to provide much-needed Vinnie Packs and toiletries to members of the North East Opera (NEO) singing group.

NEO is made up of people from the margins of society and some members have been struggling with the cost-of-living crisis.

The donations were gratefully received by Terry Doyle, who helps run NEO, who stunned the audience when they performed at St Mary’s Cathedral for our World Day of the Poor event last year.

‘Many thanks to the SVP conference at Ss Mary and Romuald, Yarm, for the toiletries and to the SVP for the Vinnie Packs,” said Terry.

“It's great to see this aspect of outreach to those in need, in line with Pope Francis' synodal vision of the Church becoming like a "field hospital” for the most in need.

“It's all about helping people to live with more dignity.” good fit (you for it and it for you), work hard, try to be selfless and you will flourish. “Some traits which have benefited me most in my career – such as being people-focused and able to bring others together around a common aim – are often seen in women, so I would hope that my experience can show others you don’t have to change who you are to succeed.”

Ampleforth Abbey has been home to a community of Benedictine Monks since 1802. The monastic community in residence live by the Rule of St Benedict, which inspires the abbey’s core values of attentiveness, hospitality, respect, integrity, stewardship and equilibrium.

The abbey’s grounds cover 1,600 acres of Yorkshire countryside, sitting at the foothills of the North York Moors National Park. Ampleforth Abbey welcomes guests to a modern 29-bedroom retreat centre and a major renovation is currently taking place to expand its retreats offering for groups, including a new visitor centre.