Encounter at Catholic Charities

Welcoming the Stranger: Stories of Hope from Family Immigration Services 

March 7, 2025

By: Marissa Flores Madden  For over a decade as a high school campus minister I had the opportunity to accompany students on a number of immersion retreats featuring lessons on…

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Empowering Parishes to Serve: Charity and Mercy Grants 

February 24, 2025

By: Litz Main  One of the most rewarding aspects of my role is reviewing grant applications and witnessing the incredible work parishes undertake to serve their communities. Each application tells…

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Feeding the Hungry: Innovations in Nutrition and Health 

February 17, 2025

Chelsea Robbins  As we enter 2025, it’s clear that the fight against hunger and malnutrition is not just about feeding people—it’s about creating lasting solutions that empower individuals, families, and…

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Empowering Families: Community Services Success Stories  

February 17, 2025

By Chelle Smith-Vandergriff, Julia Hinton, and Tessa McIntyre  Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri (CCCNMO) is committed to caring for our neighbors in need throughout the Diocese of Jefferson…

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A legacy of love — Planned giving opportunities to impact future generations

January 10, 2025

By Litz Main  As the new year begins, millions of people set resolutions with hopeful hearts and great intentions. Yet, studies show that only about 9% of people actually achieve…

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A Reflection on Hope: An Invitation to Be the Tether 

December 19, 2024

By: Litz Main Recently, I learned something that has profoundly shaped the way I think about hope. In Hebrew, the word for hope, Tikvah, carries a meaning that is both…

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How your year-end gift transforms lives at Catholic Charities

December 6, 2024

Experience the joy of giving By Jake Seifert As we approach the season of gratitude and reflection, we invite you to not only give but to feel connected to the…

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Housing Counseling

November 20, 2024

By: Julia Hinton  September 26 marked the first-ever Housing Counselor Day, a national celebration established by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and housing agencies across the country.…

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Giving, from Gratitude

November 20, 2024

By Nancy Samp  There is so much that I am grateful for in my life, all of which makes me a willing volunteer.  I have always been surrounded by family…

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Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri: A Year of Learning, Growth, and Inspiration 

October 25, 2024

By Litz Main, Executive Director  As I reflect on my first year as Executive Director of Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri, I am filled with profound gratitude and…

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