Ch.3 SVP Flashcards
1
Q
What is SVP an example of
A
A community
2
Q
Who founded SVP
A
Frederic ozanam (20 years old)
3
Q
When was it founded
A
1833
4
Q
What was Frederic influenced by
A
The gospel message of Jesus Christ & by the life of St Vincent De Paul (was also concerned about the poor)
5
Q
Who guided the efforts of SVP
A
Sister Rosalie Rendu
6
Q
When was Frederick ozanam beatified
A
1997, Pope John Paul II, cathedral of notre dame de Paris
7
Q
What is the goal of SVP
A
To fight poverty in all its forms by providing practical assistance to people
8
Q
When was SVP established in Ireland
A
1844
9
Q
SVP (international)
A
In over 140 countries
Over 700,000 members
1.5 million volunteers
10
Q
SVP (Ireland)
A
8 regional offices
Over 11,000 volunteers
11
Q
Canonisation
A
Beautification, 1st step in becoming a saint
