SVP Celebrates

SVP Celebrates Volunteer’s Week Garden Party

Representatives from across St Vincent de Paul Northern Region joined Fr Perry Gildea at a garden party to celebrate Volunteers’ Week and those who have devoted more than 30 years service to the Society.

Speaking at the event, Fr Perry congratulated those who have emulated the founder of SVP, Frederic Ozanam, in their selfless acts of helping those in need. Throughout the pandemic although not able to meet in person, Conferences hosted Area Gatherings via Zoom with regular meetings taking place across the Region.

Mary Waide, Regional President of SVP North Region, said: “It’s a privilege to recognise volunteers who have given a lifetime of service to the Society. Without their support in the heart of our local communities across the North, the extent of the work of SVP would not be possible. Undeterred by the pandemic, our volunteers have shown resilience in how they have continued to safely help those in need and how they embraced online meetings to stay connected and committed to society. During this Volunteers’ Week, on behalf of SVP, I would like to take the opportunity to express our gratitude and thank all our volunteers for their faithful and continued service.”

Those who attended received certificates and a memento of their service whilst enjoying afternoon tea in the gardens of Laurel Villa in Magherafelt.

Armagh Garden Party

Representatives from across St Vincent de Paul Armagh and Craigavon Area celebrated those who have devoted more than 20 years volunteering for the Society at a garden party.

Speaking at the event, Mary Waide, Regional President of SVP North Region, congratulated those who have emulated the founder of SVP, Frederic Ozanam, in their selfless acts of helping those in need. Mary said: “As Regional President I’m honoured to meet all our wonderful volunteers and it’s a privilege to recognise those who have given a lifetime of service in the heart of our local communities across Armagh and Craigavon. On behalf of SVP, I would like to take the opportunity to express our gratitude and thank all our volunteers for their faithful and continued service and, in particular, I would like to pay tribute to Annie Jordan who is celebrating 50 years of volunteering with SVP.”

Brendan McKernan, SVP Area President for Armagh and Craigavon, added: “I would like to thank all our members who work tirelessly to help others in our Conferences across Armagh and Craigavon. I am especially proud that we have been able to host this event to recognise our long serving volunteers and show them our appreciation of their dedication.”

Those who attended received certificates and a memento of their service whilst enjoying afternoon tea in the stunning gardens of Murlan House. Mary Waide, Regional President of SVP North Region, congratulates Annie Jordan on 50 years of volunteering with SVP