Society of St. Vincent de Paul

Christian Service Ministries

Society of St. Vincent de Paul

SSVP IHM Ministry Introduction
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SSVP) forms a worldwide international charity network headquartered in Paris, with most Singapore parishes hosting a local Conference. The IHM Conference began in 1971, focusing service within Immaculate Heart of Mary parish boundaries.​

Serving Friends in Need
The conference aids around 30 needy families, termed Friends in Need (FINs), irrespective of race or religion. Members conduct home visits to journey alongside them, instilling hope while linking FINs to government and social services first, supplemented by cash aid and rations as needed.​

Community Outreach
SSVP IHM members engage in broader programs, partnering with the parish community to support underprivileged individuals and migrant workers, embodying Vincentian compassion through events like ration distributions and special visits.

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  • Why you should join

    SSVP IHM Ministry suitability focuses on commitment to Vincentian spirituality and practical service skills. Candidates should demonstrate empathy, reliability, and a heart for the poor, aligning with the conference’s home visitation and aid distribution model.
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    Key Suitability Criteria
    Spiritual Commitment: Personal prayer life, regular Mass attendance, and familiarity with SSVP charism.
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    Service Orientation: Availability for weekly meetings (e.g., Saturdays), home visits to Friends in Need (FINs), and events like ration packing; physical fitness for outreach preferred.
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    Team Skills: Collaborative spirit, communication abilities (e.g., WhatsApp coordination, content creation), and openness to diverse backgrounds including migrants.

  • Current number of members

    40

  • Year Established

    The Society of St Vincent de Paul (SSVP) is part of a worldwide international charity network, headquartered in Paris. Most parishes in Singapore have a Conference (unit) of SSVP. The IHM Conference of SSVP was set up in 1971.

  • Vision/Mission Statement

    SVP IHM Ministry Vision Statement
    Empowering the poor and marginalized within the Immaculate Heart of Mary parish boundaries to achieve self-reliance and lead fulfilling, dignified lives through compassionate service.

    SSVP IHM Ministry Mission Statement
    Guided by the spirit of St. Vincent de Paul, the SSVP IHM Conference journeys personally with Friends in Need (FINs) irrespective of race or religion, providing home visits, essential aid, rations, and linkages to government services while fostering hope and community outreach to the underprivileged and migrant workers.

    These statements align with SSVP Singapore’s core vision and the IHM Conference’s established practices since 1971, emphasizing personal holiness, friendship, and social justice

  • Age range of the members

    16 to 75

  • Member meetings

    SSVP IHM Conference Meeting Schedule:

    Members attend bi-monthly meetings on the
    1. first Tuesday (in-church for case discussions, approvals, cash collection, and FIN aid delivery) and
    2. third Tuesday (Zoom for case discussions and approvals).

    Birthdays are celebrated after each meeting.

Ministry Leaders

Meet our Members

Ministry Leaders, usually President and Excos lead the members spiritually for the love of god. Ministry Leaders, usually President and Excos lead the members spiritually for the love of god.

Ministry Leaders

PresidentMaryAnn Joseph 96657452[email protected]
Vice PresidentCheryl Francisco 92702977[email protected]

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