Sacred Heart College Lower Hutt hosted the 30th annual regional Vinnies Mass on 20 August to celebrate the young people’s work in their communities. Fr Patrick Bridgman led the Mass attended by Vinnies from seven Catholic secondary schools, teachers and SVdP members. Wellington District President Andrew Bridgman spoke about Vinnies’ links to the calling of Jesus and, together with Charles Bell, Hutt Valley District President, gave out badges to the Vinnies. Words and photo: Paula Davies