Become a Society Member
Work with Queenslanders in need, to provide a hand up, not just a hand out.
“No work of charity is foreign to the Society.”
Ready to Join?
Express your interest in becoming a Member by filling out the Membership form.
“To be able to give HOPE and LOVE to people who had lost their way... is something that fills your soul and makes you feel good”
“One of the best parts is the community of St Vincent de Paul Society with everyone having the same heart and vision to improve the lives of our companions.”
Frequently Asked Questions
A SVDP Conference is a local group based in local communities. Members of St Vincent de Paul Society QLD belong to Conferences and meet regularly to share their experiences and reflect on their service.
The Society’s founder, Blessed Frederic Ozanam, strongly believed that for each act of service to be a true expression of faith and love, Members must come together in prayer, to explore and grow their personal and Vincentian spirituality.
While Conferences are often based in a Catholic parish, a Conference can be established within any community, provided they are endorsed by an appropriate Council within The Society.
Yes. If you are a Conference Member it is expected you are committed to living the Society mission, serving those in need and attending regular Conference meetings.
However, we understand that everyone’s circumstances are different and you may not be able to attend meetings. We have a category of Membership called ‘Associate Membership’ that allows more flexibility for our Members to engage with the Society without attending Conference meetings.
No, you do not need to be Catholic to be a Member. While the Society is a lay Catholic organisation, we welcome people of all backgrounds and beliefs who support our mission to help people who are disadvantaged and living in poverty.
However, to uphold the mission and ethos of the Society, some leadership roles require Members to be of a Catholic faith.
To become a Member, simply express your interest to join via the form below and someone from your local Conference will be in touch with more information. Please note, all new Members will need to complete a police check before undertaking any work with the Society.
As much or as little as you can. The Society recognises that the level of involvement Members can commit to will vary depending on their personal circumstances such as study, work, and family commitments.
Members and volunteers are also supported to adjust their commitment as their personal circumstances change.
Yes. All new Members are provided with an orientation to the Society and there are ongoing training opportunities.