Radio Maria England CULTURE TUESDAY - St Vincent de Paul Society (SVP), Birmingham
Jan 28, 2026
Kezia Harrow, a young adult organiser with the St Vincent de Paul Society who coordinates SVP 1833 conferences, talks about building youth-led faith communities. She recounts how she got involved, explains Vincenzian charism and Matthew 25, and outlines practical projects like soup runs, care-home visits, prison clothing drives and a new Birmingham launch for 18–35s.
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Summer Camp Sparked A Vocation
- Kezia first met the SVP volunteering at a Vinnie summer camp after university and loved working with the children.
- A later job in the SVP team followed, leading to nearly three years of continued involvement.
Scripture Drives Practical Service
- SVP roots its mission in Matthew 25: feed the hungry, clothe the naked, visit the lonely and imprisoned.
- Young adult SVP groups translate that scripture into diverse, practical local works like clothing drives and soup runs.
Attend The Launch At St Chad's
- Join the new young adult SVP conference at St Chad's if you are 18–35 and want faith, friendship and service.
- Meet after the 11:30 Mass on Sunday 8 February; lunch and drinks will be provided.