Programs

The Reason Behind: Why Serve Immigrants 

May 15, 2025

By: Marissa Flores Madden  A few months ago, I received a phone call from an individual interested in the work we do at Family Immigration Services. He was a lifelong…

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Making the Mission: The Vital Role of Volunteers 

May 2, 2025

By Chelle Smith-Vandergriff  A natural part of human development is the innate desire to seek purpose – to find meaning in life. For Catholics, the search for individual fulfillment is…

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“Strength in Community: Supporting Families Facing Hardship.” 

April 22, 2025

By: Tessa McIntyre  *MaryAnn, unable to work due to illness, couldn’t afford the prescription medicine she needed. With bills piling up, she turned to a predatory lender for a quick…

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Partnering for a Healthier Tomorrow: CCCNMO & MU Extension  

April 4, 2025

By: Jullia Fox   At Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri (CCCNMO), we are privileged to work alongside numerous dedicated community partners who help us fulfill our mission of serving…

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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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Welcoming Week and Our Call to Serve Christ through the Stranger

October 9, 2024

by Nicole Secker  Welcoming week is just around the corner, and it is a time for us to live our Christian values and reflect on what it means to welcome…

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Charity and Mercy Grants

June 24, 2024

By Deacon Lou Leonatti As a board member of Catholic Charities, it is a privilege to share with you the positive impact of our Charity and Mercy Grants. These grants…

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