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The Biggest Little Farm in Temple Hills

2020 marks the fifth anniversary of Laudato Si, Pope Francis’ landmark call to increase efforts to care for the Earth. In honor of this significant occasion, this month, we will highlight ways Catholic Charities DC is...
by bbdeveloper
June 11, 2020

To Do Our Work Serving Others, We Must Acknowledge and Fight Against Racism

President and CEO Msgr. John J. Enzler offers these thoughts as the country continues to strive for justice for all. ...
by Father John Enzler
June 10, 2020

Faith Led Legal Network Volunteer to Remarkable Moment of Serving Another

“What does it take … to truly devote your life to one cause — and, in this case, one man?” attorney Brian Stolarz asked. The best-selling author of Grace and Justice on Death Row: The Race...
by Kate Kennedy
June 2, 2020

Huntington’s Disease Awareness Month: Learning While Serving Those Who Have Been “Left Behind”

May is Huntington’s Disease Awareness Month. While this rare and fatal disease may be unfamiliar to some, it affects tens...
by bbdeveloper
May 22, 2020

Capuchin Brother’s Baking Talents Bring Extra Joy to Food Distribution

Simple things often give us the greatest comfort. So when Capuchin Franciscan Brother Andrew Corriente considered what to bake for...
by Kate Kennedy
May 21, 2020

Get Help: A Guide to Catholic Charities Resources

We at Catholic Charities DC remain committed to serving those in need. For help, contact us at GetHelp@cc-dc.org or call 202-772-4300. Do You Need Health Care? Medical During the pandemic, bilingual health care professionals are available...
by Will Espinoza
May 21, 2020

Huntington’s Disease Awareness Month: The Esquivel Family’s Story

May is Huntington’s Disease Awareness Month. While this rare and fatal disease may be unfamiliar to some, it affects tens...
by bbdeveloper
May 15, 2020

St. Jude’s Project: A Compassionate Approach to Caring for an Underserved Population

May is Huntington’s Disease Awareness Month. While this rare and fatal disease may be unfamiliar to some, it affects tens...
by bbdeveloper
May 8, 2020

National Crime Victims’ Rights Week: Perpetua’s Story

Perpetua came to the United States more than 10 years ago in hopes of one thing: earning enough money to...
by bbdeveloper
May 1, 2020

Join us on May 5 to ‘Do More’

Since this crisis began, we consistently hear one thing from members of the entire Catholic Charities community: “I want to...
by bbdeveloper
April 28, 2020