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Summer 2022 Interns Are Making a Difference Across the Agency

As many undergraduate students look forward to their summer break from studying and completing assignments, others answer the call to serve those in need in their community. This summer, 17 undergraduate and recent graduate students are...
by Alexandra Porben
July 28, 2022

Future is Bright as Students Graduate from Two Catholic Charities Programs

The month of June was filled with celebration as students from the Kennedy School and Green Construction graduated from their...
by Alexandra Porben
July 20, 2022

In the Spirit of Matthew 25, We Have Served as a Welcoming Face to Travelers

By Msgr. John J. Enzler Over and over this spring, I was reminded of the phrase in Matthew 25 “I was a stranger, and you welcomed me.” Since mid-April, we have been a friendly, welcoming face...
by Kate Kennedy
July 15, 2022

‘Do More’ for Your Community on May 18 and Support Our Food Pantry

The surge in inflation has brought about a serious need for food security. Even though the impact of the COVID-19...
by Foster Dennin
May 11, 2022

Responding When the Immigration Crisis Comes to Us

This “Voices” column originally was published in the Catholic Standard and El Pregonero. By Msgr. John J. Enzler You may...
by Kate Kennedy
May 3, 2022

‘Thank you for helping to make our evolution possible’

President and CEO Msgr. John J. Enzler delivered these remarks at the 2022 Catholic Charities Gala on April 9 at the Marriott Marquis. Looking out at this room, I realize just how much I’ve missed being...
by Foster Dennin
April 26, 2022

Caritas! Honorees Recognized at the 2022 Catholic Charities DC Gala

Our volunteers always say “yes” to those in need of a helping hand. During this National Volunteer Month, we are...
by Alexandra Porben
April 21, 2022

Expressing Their Faith by Giving to Catholic Charities

By Catherine Lee While serving food at a Catholic Charities breakfast for the homeless, Marcia Shooshan met a man named...
by Kate Kennedy
January 21, 2022

Behavioral Health Services Respond as Demand for Mental Health Help Increases

By Catherine Lee Alexis Daye and Karen Ostlie Members of a Catholic Charities spirituality and recovery group recently published a...
by Kate Kennedy
January 6, 2022

Newcomer Network Provides Hope and Critical Services for Immigrants

By Catherine Lee Five years ago, as an immigrant traveling to the United States, “Liliana” was excited about starting a...
by Kate Kennedy
January 3, 2022