Late in the afternoon on Thursday December 22nd, just 3 days before Christmas, Catholic Charities staff were met with a wonderful surprise. Like something out of a storybook, four boxes of pre-wrapped Christmas gifts were unexpectedly delivered without a note. With a little work, staff were able to track down the generous elves who put […]
CONTINUE READINGThe overriding theme of tonight’s Gala can be summarized in two words: “thank you,” and they are addressed to each of you gathered here this evening. While your generous support of Catholic Charities and its mission to provide direct assistance to those in most need does not carry your expectation of being recognized and thanked, […]
CONTINUE READINGHomeowners, renters and business owners in the following counties are urged to register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), as they may be eligible for disaster assistance Beaufort, Bertie, Bladen, Columbus, Craven, Cumberland, Dare, Duplin, Edgecombe, Gates, Greene, Harnett, Hoke, Hyde, Johnston, Jones, Lenoir, Martin, Nash, Pender, Pitt, Robeson, Sampson, Tyrrell, Washington, Wayne and Wilson . […]
CONTINUE READINGMake an Online Donation North Carolinians, including many within the boundaries of the Diocese of Raleigh, are feeling the devastating effects of Hurricane Matthew. The state reported 20 storm fatalities, more than 80,000 homes without power and 2,000 rescues as of Oct. 12. And the situation could get worse before it gets better. Waters, such […]
CONTINUE READINGBy Dennis Sadowski Catholic News Service WASHINGTON (CNS) — Catholic Charities agencies joined emergency response efforts in coastal communities in four Southeastern states as residents and parish staffers began returning to assess the damage Hurricane Matthew left behind. Some evacuation orders remained in effect in South Carolina, where the storm came ashore Oct. 7, dumping up […]
CONTINUE READINGNews of the death and destruction caused by Hurricane Matthew here in North Carolina is saddening. As rivers continue to rise, more damage and more need for relief efforts in the coming days is expected. Given the magnitude of this disaster and the need for a timely response, Bishop Michael F. Burbidge has asked that […]
CONTINUE READINGBishop Michael F. Burbidge offers the following statement: I ask for prayers from all of the faithful in the Diocese of Raleigh and from all people of goodwill for those who have been impacted by the devastating effects of Hurricane Matthew. I express deep sympathy for the families of those who have died here in […]
CONTINUE READINGIn the spring of 2015, Ms. Jo’Shaki Clay’s world was forever changed when her fiancé was shot and killed. After his death, she faced many challenges with her family, her ten year old daughter Zamyia, and her two sons Myion, 5, and Zarreon, 3. Ms. Clay struggled to find work and pay the bills, ultimately […]
CONTINUE READINGEarly this morning, the Diocese of Raleigh was informed that Bishop Michael F. Burbidge, who has led the Raleigh Diocese for the past 10 years, has been appointed by Pope Francis to serve as the Bishop of the Diocese of Arlington, Virginia. Today at 10:00 a.m., Bishop Burbidge will lead a press conference in the […]
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