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Parish social ministry is essential in how the church responds to the real, everyday needs of people in the community. Rooted in faith, it’s more than charity but a Christian…

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…

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…

Moving to a new country is a thrilling experience, but it can also feel overwhelming. Whether you’re applying for a permanent residency, or citizenship, the paperwork, requirements, and legal terms…

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…

Have you ever wondered why people who volunteer often seem happier and more fulfilled? While many see volunteering as an act of kindness toward others, research shows that it offers…

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…

By: Scott Thrasher  At Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri (CCCNMO), it’s crucial that we continually clarify our vision for the community within our diocese. Despite recent challenges under…

Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri has established agreements with partner agencies to provide continuing support to local refugees as the Refugee Services program at Catholic Charities is being discontinued. Earlier this year,…

Many seniors across the country face food insecurity, struggling to afford or access nutritious meals. Participant Food Boxes are vital in addressing this issue by providing essential groceries to older…

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…

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…