Did you know that we’ve been responding the needs of poor and underprivileged people in South Africa for the past 170 years?
On 17 November, 2026, the Society of St Vincent de Paul will celebrate 170 years of love in action and service to the poor in South Africa.
Get your beautiful commemorative candle to mark the occasion for just R130.
Stocks are limited, so contact our National Council Secretary, Phumano Khetsi, by emailing Ncsecretary@ssvp.org.za to order yours now.
170 years … 62 050 days … when Vincentians throughout the country have collected donations of food and clothing, cooked stews and assembled sandwiches, sorted clothing and blankets – and served the less fortunate with love and faith.
“To love and serve the poor is to serve God.” These words by Blessed Frédéric Ozanam are inscribed on our special 170th anniversary candle to remind us of why we do what we do.