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Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri: A Year of Learning, Growth, and Inspiration
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 admiration. The past year has been one of learning about…
Read MoreA message from Catholic Charities’ new board president
By Scott Thrasher My name is Scott Thrasher, recently named Board President of Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri (CCCNMO). My wife Kris and I are 40-year members of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Columbia, Mo. This is…
Read MoreA message from Catholic Charities’ new board president
By Scott Thrasher My name is Scott Thrasher, recently named Board President of Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri (CCCNMO). My wife Kris and I are 40-year members of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Columbia, Mo. This is…
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Why Volunteer – Engage in the Church’s life and ministry
By Rachel Denzer Volunteering is not just about giving our time or talents, it is about giving hope, lending a helping hand, and making a difference where it is needed the most. At Catholic Charities, we recognize we could not…
Read MoreNourishing Hope: The Crucial Role of Supporting Food Pantries
By Chelsea Robbing Within all communities, amidst wealth and prosperity, there exists a stark reality for many individuals and families: food insecurity. This widespread issue affects millions globally, including within our own neighborhoods. As the Director of Health and Nutrition…
Read MoreEmpowering Refugee Youth: A Spotlight on Catholic Charities’ Programs for International Youth Day
By Amber Kemp Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri (CCCNMO) enrolls approximately 50 elementary and middle-school-aged refugee children each year in the Mentoring All Refugee Kids (MARK) program. This youth mentoring and academic support program, provided in partnership with…
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