The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
The Story of the Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary
On November 1, 1950, Pope Pius XII defined the Assumption of Mary to be a dogma of faith: “We pronounce, declare and define it to be a divinely revealed dogma that the immaculate Mother of God, the ever Virgin Mary, having completed the course of her earthly life, was assumed body and soul to heavenly glory.” The pope proclaimed this dogma only after a broad consultation of bishops, theologians and laity. There were few dissenting voices. What the pope solemnly declared was already a common belief in the Catholic Church.
We find homilies on the Assumption going back to the sixth century. In following centuries, the Eastern Churches held steadily to the doctrine, but some authors in the West were hesitant. However by the 13th century there was universal agreement. The feast was celebrated under various names—Commemoration, Dormition, Passing, Assumption—from at least the fifth or sixth century. Today it is celebrated as a solemnity.
Scripture does not give an account of Mary’s Assumption into heaven. Nevertheless, Revelation 12 speaks of a woman who is caught up in the battle between good and evil. Many see this woman as God’s people. Since Mary best embodies the people of both Old and New Testaments, her Assumption can be seen as an exemplification of the woman’s victory.
Furthermore, in 1 Corinthians 15:20, Paul speaks of Christ’s resurrection as the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.
Since Mary is closely associated with all the mysteries of Jesus’ life, it is not surprising that the Holy Spirit has led the Church to believe in Mary’s share in his glorification. So close was she to Jesus on earth, she must be with him body and soul in heaven.
Source: https://www.franciscanmedia.org/solemnity-of-the-assumption-of-mary/
St Vincent de Paul Donation Drop Off Locations
Drop Off locations throughout the DFW area
We have 42 convenient drop-off bins for your donation items around the Dallas area. See the map by visiting https://svdpdallas.org/shop/ …when you arrive, just look for the blue box with our name on it!
KoC Ladies Auxiliary Supports St Vincent de Paul
Ann McElroy (L), President of KoC Ladies Auxiliary presented Ardis Sevcik (R), President of SVdP with $100 in Kroger gift cards
Over and over again, St Francis of Assisi parishioners see the plight of the poor and generously donate funds to help people they do not know and probably will never meet.
Recently, Ann McElroy, President of KoC Ladies Auxiliary presented Ardis Sevcik, President of SVdP with $100 in Kroger gift cards to prevent children from going to bed hungry.
We are truly grateful for their support!
If you would like to support St Vincent de Paul in our mission of offering person-to-person service to those who are needy and suffering in the Frisco area, please consider making a one time donation, or set up a recurring monthly donation. All options for making a tax-deductible donation may be found on our web page: https://www.svdpfrisco.org/donations
In the past year, St Vincent de Paul assisted 1,222 adults and children and members devoted more than 10,600 hours volunteering to fulfill our mission. It is only through your generous support that we can continue our mission.
Thank You for Your Support
The Bundle Weekend event on June 6, 2020 was a huge success.
SVdP truck was packed full and overflowing with gently used clothing and household items.
We sincerely appreciate the Boy Scouts help in loading the truck.
Our next bundle weekend is scheduled for Saturday, October 24, 2020 and Sunday, October 25, 2020 For more information, please see our web page for more information: https://www.svdpfrisco.org/bundle-weekend
Pentecost
“When the time for Pentecost was fulfilled, they were all in one place together. And suddenly there came from the sky a noise like a strong driving wind, and it filled the entire house in which they were. Then there appeared to them tongues as of fire, which parted and came to rest on each one of them. And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in different tongues, as the Spirit enabled them to proclaim.
Now there were devout Jews from every nation under heaven staying in Jerusalem. At this sound, they gathered in a large crowd, but they were confused because each one heard them speaking in his own language. They were astounded, and in amazement they asked, “Are not all these people who are speaking Galileans? Then how does each of us hear them in his native language? We are Parthians, Medes, and Elamites, inhabitants of Mesopotamia, Judea and Cappadocia, Pontus and Asia, Phrygia and Pamphylia, Egypt and the districts of Libya near Cyrene, as well as travelers from Rome, both Jews and converts to Judaism, Cretans and Arabs, yet we hear them speaking in our own tongues of the mighty acts of God.””
St Vincent de Paul Food 4 Health Program
EVERYONE DESERVES CONSISTENT ACCESS TO ENOUGH FOOD FOR AN ACTIVE, HEALTHY LIFE.
According to the North Texas Food Bank, 1 in 7 Texans are forced to choose between buying food, medications, and paying basic living expenses. Inconsistent access to adequate amounts of nutritious food negatively impacts the health of individuals of all ages. Having to choose between food and paying bills puts these persons at risk for physical and behavioral health problems, lost work days, and serious complications or exacerbations of their condition. The burden of choosing between paying bills and buying food can be lessened for persons who participate in the Food 4 Health program offered by the Society of St Vincent de Paul (SVdP), St Francis of Assisi Conference. Eating healthy foods and staying active are beneficial to all persons regardless of age.
WHERE THERE IS HOPE
Significant unexpected setbacks such as illness/accident/death, job loss, hours cut at work, spouse abandonment, forced early retirement can happen to anyone, at any time. Coupled with the reduced household income are feelings of loss, anxiety, depression, and despair. The men and women of St. Vincent de Paul (SVdP) offer real assistance with compassionate hearts to persons who are in crisis regardless of their race, religion, gender, political opinion, age, or disability. We make person-to-person visits via web or video conferencing (during COVID 19 pandemic) to those requesting assistance, to gain first-hand knowledge of the person's situation and their greatest need, and to ensure the best use of available funds are targeted to the most needy. Maintenance of the confidentiality and dignity of the persons we serve is core to SVdP's work.
WE OFFER
gift cards to shop for quality and nutritious dairy products, fruits, vegetables, meats, and fish at local ALDI grocery stores any day of week
gift cards at Walmart or Kroger for purchase of items such as cleaning supplies, personal hygiene products, medicine, or gas for their vehicle
aid which may take the form of in-kind service or direct financial assistance for items such as shelter, utilities, transportation, or medicine as well as education
A comprehensive list of resources and guidance on additional resources which may give assistance
WHO WE SERVE
We serve persons in Denton and Collin County who reside in Frisco, Frisco ISD, Prosper and Celina. Ac cording to the North Texas Food Bank, over 15% of Denton and Collin County residents worry that their food would run out or would not last before they got money to buy more. They struggle to provide adequate food for every person in their household to live an active, healthy life. Concerns related to acquiring healthy, nutritionally adequate and safe foods can be eased for persons who receive SVdP financial assistance and participate in the Food 4 Health program.