Vincentian Training and Retreat 3/1/08

Vincentian Training and Retreat - March 1, Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church

Our Lady of Grace parishioners and all interested persons are invited to join us in this Lenten season for a morning of reflection and training on serving the needs of the poor through the Society of St. Vincent de Paul.

8:00 a.m. Celebration of the Eucharist (First Saturday) Our Lady of Grace Church

8:45 Registration

9:00 Program

Reflection & Discussion

General Session: All About the Vincentians

• Who are the Vincentians?
• Our Work: Meeting Christ in the Poor
• The Role of the OLG Conference

Panel: Home Visits

• What is a Home Visit
• How is the Home Visit Best Conducted
• Video Presentation
• Discussion & Review

Break Out Sessions

• Home Visits: Special Situations
• How to Listen to the Cry of the Poor (Spiritual Dimension)
• Building Leadership Skills for Conference Work

Noon: After the session, we will meet at the Club Pheasant for a lunch and fellowship.