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12:00 Community Center Tours & Refreshments
1:30 Welcome by Casey Rollins
1:40 Blessing by Father Larry Gearhart

St. Vincent de Paul’s Community Center & Food Pantry Open House. St. Vincent de Paul Society has generations of rich history spanning from its 1833 origins in Paris. Arriving in the US by1845, our Springfield SVdP church conferences began around the 1960s. Today, we are thrilled to share our Springfield District Council’s 40th birthday, which includes six church conferences from here to Russells Point, Ohio, as well as three thrift stores, four food pantries, and countless special works ministries.

Every day, Vincentians feed, clothe, shelter, and counsel struggling men, women, and children. We offer empathy and provide resources, giving relief and hope to our friends in need. They offer us an opportunity to share our charisms of spirituality, and service, as we practice “Love of God of neighbor.”

We have always known that there will always be people in poverty and extreme need. There will always be strangers in our regions who need our help and our welcome. God willing, there will always be Vincentians and other servant leaders there to serve those needs. All of us here today represent that willingness.

We haven’t always known WHAT circumstances might besiege our neighbors each day, demanding further calls to action by US. More importantly, we haven’t always known just HOW we were going to respond to those needs specifically.

Today’s Open House represents St. Vincent de Paul’s loving answer, our fervent response to the ever changing needs of our community, amidst a worldwide pandemic, a homelessness crisis, & a dramatic surge of Immigrants needing housing & employment.

When Springfield District Council was forced to close its doors for eight weeks at the dawn of Covid, that powerlessness provoked us to re-evaluate the safety and efficiency of our practices in our existing facilities. We were certain we could never go back to the once tightly fitted indoor person to person services. We had to have a bigger location, if we were ever permitted to let our people back inside. And then, as a friend recently reminded me, “God winked”, and this building opened up for us. Our people can now return inside to our choice pantry and for emergency, food, shelter, and other services for independent living.

Since Clark County has experienced a miraculous growth in immigrants, estimating over 7,000, St. Vincent has broadened its outreach, with deeper ministry to Springfield’s Haitian & Hispanic neighbors. While food and shelter needs are essential, immigrants’ focuses have centered around their rights to work and have clear immigration statuses.

SVdP hopes to collaborate with local leaders, political advocates, public service agencies, partner nonprofits, and neighbor churches to address these imminent needs. Our new facility also offers dedicated space to the Haitian and Hispanic community; offers technological opportunities to all neighbors; and provides a friendly atmosphere for community service events and collaborations.

We have many people to thank for helping us make this center happen. We‘d like to commemorate our :
Major Donors In Memory of: Pat Dixon (Bruggers), Sophia Doyle, Nancy Fahy, Wilson- Sheehan Foundation, Quinlan Foundation. Our Donor Wall is underway, including those donating $20. to $20k. We’d also thank a large group of local consultants, artists, businesses & contractors, service technicians, as well as countless volunteers who filled in wherever necessary. We will have a presentation, specifically honoring our Volunteers who keep SVdP running every day, and who have helped maintain our organization over many years. We will have our blessing and our proclamation.

1:40 Introduction & Blessing by Father Larry Gearhart
As we join together to bless our Community Center, let us begin by hearing the Mission Statement of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. We are : “A network of friends inspired by Gospel values, growing in holiness and building a more just world through personal relationships with and service to people in need.”
(Presenting the Chapel Cross) May this crucifix always remind all who serve in this Center, that they have the responsibility to live the Mission and Values of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. Almighty and everlasting God grant to this facility the grace of loving compassion to all those who walk through these doors. Bless all the volunteers who give of their time and love to bring your goodness and concern to those who come seeking comfort and assistance. Bless all who serve here; guide them in all of their decisions, so that through them, all may find your peace and goodness. Amen

1:50 Proclamation by Mayor Warren Copeland
2:00 Statement by State of Ohio, Deputy Director, Michael Fraizer
2:10 Ohio Latino Commission, Manuel Lopez
3:00 Introduction by Anthony Bickers
3:10 Volunteer Recognition

Statuary restoration:
Cathey Kramer

Furnishings:
-Crucifix, Mary Koerner
-Rocking Horse Center (waiting area furniture)
-Mike Morris, Code Blue, tables
-Rob Rollins, office furniture
-Harold Miller, Bechtle Walmart, pantry, food, racks, and couches
-Richard O’Neill, pantry refrigerator

Special Thanks To:
Matt Frawley, Rick Darr, Deb Cooper, Ed Moritz, Joe Bohn, Randy Yontz

Food provided at our Open House:
Sheehan Brothers Vending

Special Thanks to our Donors:
We would like to thank our donors and volunteers that contributed their time, talent, and treasure to purchase, renovate, and furnish the St. Vincent de Paul Community Center. We are still working on a permanent piece for the facility.
Anonymous; Rosemary Asebrook; Vicki & Jack Bailey; Molly & Jim Baldwin; Nikki & George Beach; Cindy & Mark Beckdahl; Carole & George Belcher; Alice Bell (in memory of Ruth “Ivey” Mammolite); Doreen & Tony Bickers; Jan & Phil Bobay; Joe Bohn; Eileen & Chuck Bremer; Patricia & Richard Brown; John (Jack) Brugger estate; Patty & Dave Cafferty; Ellen & Charles Carey; Connie & John Cavanaugh; Dr. Millie Chamberlin; Linda & Don Cochenour; June & Dave Collins; Conroy Funeral Home / Kyle Conroy & Bryce Conroy; Lonnie & Jack Conroy; Deb & Pat Cooper; Michelle & John Curtis; Rick Darr; Lynne Davis; Peggy & John Derr; Kristine & Stephan Dillard; Patricia Diller; Patricia Dixon estate (through Mountainview Christian Church, in memory of Pat Dixon & Carl & Mary Lou Brugger); Elizabeth Downey; Janice Drake; Judith Duffy; Nancy Fahy estate; Pat Fairbanks; Tiffany & Patrick Field; Rita Fitzwater; Carolyn Fleming; Vicki & Steve Fourman; Matthew Frawley, Andrew Frawley; Anonymous; Beverly Powell-Gaier & Tony Gaier; Amy & John Gaier; Fr. Lawrence Gearhart; Patricia & Richard Gibson; Robert Goodfellow family; Sandra & Peter Hackett; Alice Hale & Henry Wickham (in honor of parents Dorothy & Richard Hale & Dr Richard Darr who cared for in-laws Henry & Patricia Wickham); Margaret Halk; Deb & Ben Hamilton; Barbara & John Hamilton; Mary Anne & John Harner; Constance & Steven Hay; Mary B. Hays; James Hearlihy; Kathie Hellmuth; Robert Herider; Marcia & Danny Hiles; Laraine Hune; Anonymous; Ted Kalinos; Patricia & Leo Kelly; Connie & John Kevin Koehler; Catherine Kramer; Marilyn & Kevin Kreider; Helen & Jay Krumholtz; Catherine & Timothy Kuss; Jerry & Sue Lawrence; Debra & John Linkenhoker, Jr.; Liz, Gus, & Tony Lippolis; Karen & Mark Lotz; Ruthellen Lough; Patricia Lubbers; Jacqueline & John Lyons; MaryBeth Sheehan & Martin, Mahoney; Carol & John Maiorano; Rosanne & Gerald Majcher; Frank Marino; Phillip Metzger; Harold Miller – Bechtle Ave. Walmart; Steve Moody; Ed Moritz; Mike Morris – Code Blue; Mary Lu & David Moss; Mary Ann Nafz; Jane & Thomas Nash; Bill O’Neill; Michelle Palmer; Barb Pellegrini; Patricia Perry; Abbie Powell; Quinlan Foundation Grant; Kathie & Tim Rigel; Debbie & John Ritter; Sally Rizer; Rocking Horse Center; Casey & Rob Rollins (in memory of Bob & Rosie Kelly & Doc & Joanne Rollins); Theresa Rollins (in memory of Doc & Joanne Rollins); Marilyn Ryan; Cynthia & Eric Samuelson Family Trust; Gus Schissler; Pamela Severs; Paula Shell; Laurel & Tim Shouvlin; Delia & John Simonton; Jeanne & Dave Simonton; Sara & Avtar Singh; St. Bernard Conference; Michelle & Jim Sweeney; Deanna Tehan; James Tumblison; Sophia Turnbull; Frank Valley; Pamela & George Walker Family Fund; Amy & Brian Welch; Laura & Kevin West; Jim Williams; Rebeca Wilson; Wilson Sheehan Foundation; Gloria Woeber & Raymond Woeber; Randy Yontz

Business Patrons/Contractors-
-Rich Whalen, Pete Hackett, Tom Loftis, Consultants
-Fulkhomebaseteam @ Real Estate II Inc. Lori & Al Fulk,
-Sarah Crow-Lyons, Realtor
-Jim Williams, Contractor
-Charles Setterfield, Architect
-Mark Wiley, Architect
-John Geiger, Structural Engineer
-Frank Marino, Contractor
-Linda Hart Environmental Serv.
-Todd Tehan, Contractor
-C & N Industrial Contractors
-Sean Langen Masonry
-Brian Reese Roofing
-Mike McLean, Ohio & Indiana Roofing
-Scott Combs, Above All Glass
-Tyler Weller, Bakers Locksmith
-Cathey Kramer, Restoration Artist
-Dayton Metal Door
-Chris Fazio, Fazios Flooring
-Gavin Ritter, IT. -Gabe Kuss, IT
-Riley Asphalt -Par Striping
-Mike Peters, Route 40 Signs

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A recent assessment by SVdP Board, Trustees, business mentors, and contractors, validated the acquisition of a more accessible facility to enhance and expand our services. The assessment also prioritized essential repairs and upgrades necessary at our thrift center, and repurposing of the current pantry.

SVdP’s Board decision to acquire 2415/2417 E. High St. will:
• Accommodate the increasing needs of our senior volunteers and impoverished neighbors, many that struggle with steps and need other handicap access.
• Move food and other equipment to one floor, to lessen the physical strain on our volunteers.
• Reestablish our Choice pantry and our tradition of one-on-one assistance with neighbors.
• Make our Emergency Intake offices more efficient to resume with one-on-one assistance with neighbors.
• Regroup and restore thrift store space after relocating pantry equipment and supplies stored there.
• Gain 19 more parking spaces. Currently, parking is limited.

SVdP invites you to help us in this process wherever you choose. (See SVdP Facilities “Wish list” attached).
Let us collaborate as a spiritual community, echoing the voices of our poor; and modeling the values of charity, and social justice. Any questions, great ideas, or concerns about this project can be directed to SVdP Board members and Trustees. We will continue to update our community as this project unfolds.

A little background- St. Vincent de Paul Society’s (SVdP) ministry to neighbors in need includes emergency assistance, food, shelter, and clothing through Food Pantries, Walk-in assistance, and Thrift Stores at six Conferences among Clark and Logan Counties. While independent of the National SVdP with Springfield District Council’s 501-C3 status, our Council still follows “the Rule“ of the “Vincentian” society as it collaborates with public service organizations and other Faith groups. Traditionally, SVdP has been blessed to accept some federal monies for emergency Covid relief and supportive housing. That said, SVdP has primarily been supported by the generosity of volunteers, parishioners, private donors, and community and private grants. Vincentians have always considered person-to-person service integral to the needs of our impoverished neighbors. During the Covid crisis, SVdP was forced to adapt all food, clothing, emergency assistance, and walk-in assistance. Services continue but have not resumed to the in-house, person-to-person interactions that define SVdP. Further SVdP needs safer, more accessible facilities; senior volunteers are finding it difficult to navigate our old facilities, (such as, carrying cases of canned foods on the narrow basement steps). Finally, because of space and storage constraints, our thrift center has restricted its extremely high volume of generous donations, still remaining completely over crowded. This opportunity will allow us to reconfigure all of our facilities to better accommodate volunteers and neighbors in need.

In spirituality, friendship, and service,

SVdP Springfield District Council Board
Casey K Rollins, President/E.D.
Patty Cafferty, VP
Molly Roberts Baldwin, Secretary
Matthew Frawley, Treasurer
Debora Cooper, CFO
SVdP Wish List 2021- Interested in donating time, talent, or treasure?

228 Raffensperger Current SVdP Pantry
-Many of the window framing’s need to be strengthened. Additionally, the window and corner trims need repair/replacement.
-Existing siding is too weak to except paint or holding fasteners it should be removed and new substrate be installed before vinyl siding be installed. Note: if siding is removed, there is a blown in insulation that would escape and need replacement.
-Main kitchen area and the upstairs bathroom Receptacles need to be upgraded to ground fault receptacles.
-Front sidewalk on Raffensperger from the front porch concrete needs repair/replacement.
-Replace second floor carpeting.
-Upgrade the landscaping around the entire house.u
2425 E. High St., SVdP Thrift Center
-The flat roof on the high Street side has areas that need to be reinforced, currently no collecting water ponding. The ponding and then holds leaves and dirt.
-The rear side facia is rotting from leaf build up in the gutter and has pulled away, exposing the wall to water. The facia needs to be replaced. If completed soon, the gutter and downspouts may be salvaged. Both front and rear spouting are old and deteriorating.
-There is a hole in the cement block wall that needs to be repaired. It appears to be the result of a car backing into the neighbors parking area.
-The cement block wall by the overhead door is vertically broken for several feet and needs to be repaired.
-Repair front steps which are pulling away from the building.
-The pantry refrigerator inside the 10 foot overhead door Need to be relocated to the high Street pantry
-Additional Pantry storage in the store needs to be relocated as well.
-Upgrade/repair HVAC.
-Replace flooring in retail space. Purchase new clothing racks. Replace delivery truck.
2415/2417 East High Street Pantry & Emergency Assistance facility
-Replace tar & gravel roof of the entire building
-Repair/replace HVAC in smoke shop space
-Remove carpet flooring and polish the floor
-Configure the electrical so I’ll freezers are connected uniformly
-Repair ceiling where security doors we’re installed and smoke shop space
-install security cameras
-Determine & install window treatments For privacy and security
-Add SVdP signage to store front
-Acquire steel racks 10 inside building for food storage. 6-8 For secondary storage area
-Purchase or acquire pallet jack and pallet truck
-Move/increase capacity with telephone and camera security system
-Create spaces: food storage, warehouse space, pantry intake, food shelves, Emergency Assistance visits, Emergency Assistance call-center, conference area, 2 offices, filing space, possible chapel
-Acquire Furniture for Pantry, offices, and Emergency Assistance spaces
-Landscaping at the corner of the lot
-Repave/blacktop parking lot
-Sand & Paint building exterior
-Paint interior facility completely
-Possibly re-install carpet in some offices
-Do you have an idea for what you would like to contribute? Let us know. ThankYou! SVdP.

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Today I reflect on a truly remarkable woman that has awakened me and enriched my life unbelievably. Her name is Rosemary. She has permitted me to tell her story, upon which she reflects with nostalgia, heartbreak and happiness, sadness and joy. At 73 years old, she is a smart, sassy lady, whose bittersweet life is a symbol of HOPE, INSPIRATION, and HONOR.

Seriously brain-injured very early in life, developmentally challenged and illiterate as a result, Rosemary has been an unsinkable, yet homeless street lady most of her life. Over many of her years, she reports the good with the bad, making her way by “junking” on the streets of Columbus at OSU, and selling her treasures (from dumpsters and trash cans) at flea market’s. Rosie considered herself a friend of Columbus police, as she remembers that they frequently fed her and came to her aid.

Some years back Rosemary made her way to Springfield, Ohio and became embedded in the fabric and the family of St. Vincent de Paul Society. Rosie once came to SVdP as a customer and a person in need, then became OUR dear friend. Just weeks ago, we garnered assistance from U.S.S (United Senior Services) for Rosie and her (30 year) “dying veteran” husband Dan, so they could receive “Meals on Wheels”. What a gift that was to both of them at such a critical time! On February 15, 2020, a panicked Rosemary called, reporting that Dan had finally succumbed to his very rough life of poor habits and subsequent terrible health. Stuck by herself in a one room motel on the edge of town, embedded with our indigent population, Rosemary was now completely alone and unable to continue paying the required $880 a month for rent. Life was about to change dramatically.

In addition to the benevolence of police and coroner who aided Rosie at the scene of Dan’s death, Mr. Lynn Zechman (Jones Kenney Zechman Funeral Home), began making arrangements for her homeless Vietnam veteran husband by applying for indigent services for burial; and by arranging a military memorial at the Dayton VA cemetery. Mr. Zechman has provided wonderful care and respect to these two, who might otherwise have been dismissed.

In the interim, we got Rosie into OUR local homeless shelter, Norm’s Place, where she could begin her new life….. resting a bit and then looking for a lifelong home. Special thanks to caseworkers at IHN (Interfaith Hospitality Network) for their compassion, expertise, and diligence at making this all happen. Preparation for Rosie’s new apartment is now underway. She is eating three meals a day. She gets invaluable advice on her husband’s V.A. Widow’s benefits. And she is moving forward.

Today, though she’s very tearful about losing her husband, Rosie reports never being happier. Our homeless shelter has given her so much more than temporary solace. And she brings joy and delight to them. Rosie has hope for her future; believes that she will soon have a wonderful home with friends and neighbors; and she looks forward to honoring her husband’s memory with a military service.

This lady is remarkable, and I am in awe! She not only gives me joy, but defines my reason for serving at St. Vincent de Paul Society. While we may not always know “How WE do it? “ we always remember, “Why WE do it!”

So What’s next for Rosie? She will honor her husband Dan’s LIFE and his SERVICE in Vietnam as she lays him to rest, and YOU are ALL Invited.

PLEASE SHARE This Invitation:
Funeral of Springfield’s Vietnam Veteran, Daniel Senters (Memorial, Taps, & Twenty-One Gun Salute)
Friday, March 6th, Promptly at 2:00pm Dayton V.A. Cemetery on W. 3rd Street

Let’s join together as Americans and Neighbors, as we honor and salute our veteran and his widow for their sacrifices.
In Spirituality Friendship, & Service.

Casey Rollins

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In preparation for re-opening our Pantry, Thrift store, and varied services early in May, our new reality includes the expectation to alter our services and procedures in compliance with health and safety guidelines.  As such, we appreciate your ideas and suggestions regarding new best practices with the Council, Pantry, Conferences, and Thrift Store activities and services. 

Services include: 

PANTRY OPERATIONS-

-Assuring that necessary equipment: gloves masks, Clorox wipes, hand cleanser are in place and being used;

Tent and chairs should be arranged below the ramp/steps. Applicants sign in as they arrive beginning at 10 AM.Volunteer signing people in wears a mask and gloves.

-Enforcing Social Distance protocols regarding person-to-person contact during all services. 

Outside Pantry: Applicants will stand 6 feet apart or sit in chairs under the tent waiting to be called for their assistance.

Hand sanitizer will be outside for neighbors to use.

Food Pantry Assistance-

Calls for Scheduling: Wednesday and Friday 10:00AM to 12:30 PM  Only designated call-taker and computer inputter are in the pantry at this time. Call takers will advise applicants that they should be wearing a mask and gloves when picking up food boxes. They will also remind applicants of other safety changes/protocols.

IF emergency assistance is provided on Wednesdays and Fridays, facilitator will be in & around pantry for sign-ups.

-Pre-assembled Pantry foods- 

Prior to food box pickup Tues. & Thurs., If available, use Thrift store staff to organize and fill boxes starting at 8:30 or 9 AM. Include original pantry volunteers who can adapt to these safety protocols to participate.

Pantry Food Pickup Appointments-

Tuesdays and Thursdays 12:00-1:30 PM

During regular 15 minute intervals, neighbors are to arrive with ID and are met on the patio ramp to check in. They should be wearing a mask and gloves. They will make a choice of meat selection and they are handed the preassembled food box at the door. No signatures are required.

Walk in Assistance-

Facilitating Walk-in assistance for Shelter, IDs, birth certificates, work boots, prescriptions; Tuesday – Friday, 10:30 AM to completion. Clients on the patio remain outside until called. 

Inside Pantry: Large white table set up in front room for Walk-in assistance: Lodging, boots, IDs, BCs. Hand sanitizer will be available for neighbors to use.

W-I Facilitator sits at one end, applicant sits at the other. Facilitator wears a mask and gloves, while handling IDs.

ALL Applicants must still have proof of identification for services. 

1. Emergency Shelter – Follow IHN/diversion policies before placing at Executive Inn.

2. ID’s –Applicants must still have existing proof of identification.

3. Birth certificates – Applicants must still have existing proof of identification.

4. Work boots –Applicants will complete paperwork and supply appropriate note from employer. Jerry Lawrence will be contacted for those arrangements.

-Organizing to-go food packages for the homeless….. If our neighbors are hungry, offer them a small food bag.

-Taking HOME VISIT Calls for Church Conference Emergency Assistance; 

10 AM to 10:30 AM, or until eight/nine calls are accepted.

After call-taker completes Tuesday and Friday lists, designate and distribute calls to conference representatives. “Visits“ will be conducted by phone at visitors’ convenience until further note. All rent and utilities commitments can be handled by phone with an email payment voucher. (need a template?)

All free furniture and appliance requests can be made by phone. Richard, Sienna, Or Casey can determine if requested item is in stock at the thrift store. If store request Cannot be fulfilled, Call Sue’s Furniture or MCM Appliances; both will deliver. Or, the client can pick the item up at those establishments. 

-Picking up foods-SHFB, Meijer; Jerry Lawrence and Rick Darr will continue orchestrating picking up foods. 

-Loading foods into basement; Thrift store staff will assist if available. Other volunteers are appreciated.

-Stocking pantry shelves; Rick Darr will continue orchestrating this process.

-Purchasing toiletry items; Jerry and Sue Lawrence will continue to purchase and deliver toiletries.

-Bread pick ups, now at SHFB; Jerry Lawrence will continue with training and scheduling volunteers for bread pickups, Including safety and distancing protocols.

-Cultivating the pantry garden 1 to 2X weekly; Vincentian Volunteer will work with Rick Darr and Chuck Sheehan to coordinate watering, pruning, harvesting, Packaging the Pantry garden items, with safety/distancing protocols.

THRIFT STORE OPERATIONS-

-Assuring that necessary equipment: gloves masks, Clorox wipes, hand cleanser are in place and being used;

-Enforcing health protocols regarding person-to-person contact during all services.

-When inviting customers into the store

–Preparing carts for customers

-Cashiers at the thrift store must;

-Free clothing ministry at the thrift store Tues. through Fri.

-Organizing, hanging clothing and donations at the thrift store Tuesday through Saturday;

-Preparing linens at the thrift store Tues. through Sat.

-Organizing books and novelties at the thrift store;

-Separating donations at the thrift store Tues. through Sat.;

-Compiling auction items from Thrift store;

-Bailing clothing at warehouse Tuesdays & Thursdays;

Thanks Vincentians for suggesting these practical recommendations for safe methods to resume our Saint Vincent dePaul services.

P.S. Special

With prayers for everyone‘s health, in spirituality, friendship, and service,

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Greetings St. Vincent de Paul Customers, Staff, and Volunteers,

Effective Tuesday, March 17, 2020 

St.Vincent dePaul Thrift Store is 

TEMPORARILY CLOSED 

until further notice.

All DONATIONS to the thrift store are suspended until further notice. No Drop-Offs.

All DONATION PICK-UPS (already scheduled) are suspended until further notice.

NO NEW DONATION PICK-UPS will be scheduled until further notice.

NO DELIVERIES will be provided until further notice.

NO FREE CLOTHING provided until further notice.

In compliance with Public Health directives from Governor DeWine and the Ohio Department of Health, these practices will be restored once this Coronavirus is under control.

We appreciate your understanding and support of St. Vincent de Paul.  Please stay healthy.

NOTICE: St. Vincent de Paul Neighbors, Staff, and Volunteers,

Effective Tuesday, March 17, 2020

St. Vincent de Paul Pantry is OPEN with RESTRICTIONS until further notice.

The St. Vincent de Paul Society Springfield District Council is implementing changes for the overall welfare of staff, neighbors, and volunteers.
Until Further Notice:

FOOD PANTRY: SVdP’s CHOICE Pantry is temporarily altered.  Food will be prepackaged and given to neighbors. Recipients will wait outside by the ramp until called to pick up their food.

Food Pantry appointments will continue to be taken Wednesday for Thursday pick-up and Friday for Tuesday pick-up. Anyone coming in for food without an appointment or without proof for dependents will be given a box of food for a family of 1 or 2 until identification is verified.

For homeless who arrive needing immediate food assistance, St. Vincent de Paul Pantry has pre-packaged “to go” bags for them. If for any reason prepackaged food box distribution is not working effectively, our pantries may have to consider closing indefinitely.

Pantry must be sanitized regularly. Sanitize solution can be made with 1 TBSP of bleach per 1 gallon of water. Or Clorox wipes can be used.

EMERGENCY WALK-IN ASSISTANCE:  This service will be provided as usual, serving one person at a time. This includes emergency shelter, IDs, and birth certificates.

Any volunteers showing any symptoms are not permitted to work and should stay home and recuperate, not returning until further notice. Any volunteers who are not comfortable continuing with facilitating Pantry food-service or emergency walk-in assistance should contact Rick Darr, Jerry Lawrence, Or Casey Rollins immediately so that we can re-organize.

All SVdP Conferences: Will continue with activities at their discretion, but in compliance with State & O.D.H. guidelines. Please be sure to appropriately notify all Vincentians in your conference as well as publishing your revised conference activities in your church bulletins as necessary. Springfield District Council will be publishing Pantry and Store operation changes in our bulletins.

HOME VISITORS:  Please call the neighbors in need and attempt to resolve the situation by phone. If that is impossible, the pantry can be used for limited “home” visits with “Social Distancing”.  As we may not be in the pantry all day, home visitors need to call ahead to be sure the pantry will be opened. 

As we all know, the constant flow of information, rules, and recommendations from the governor and the O.D.H. are fluid and evolve by the hour. These alterations are in compliance with Public Health directives from Governor DeWine and the Ohio Department of Health. Our usual practices will be restored once this Coronavirus is under control.  Stay healthy.
In Spirituality, Friendship, & Service….

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September 16, 2017

10:00 a.m. Snyder Park

Register at www.fopwalk.org

Pick up you packet at 9:30 and if you register by

August 16th we will include a free t-shirt.

Funds are used for the Christmas food baskets distributed by St. Vincent De Paul.

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