The May issue of NC Catholics is now available online. The cover story celebrates the 100th anniversary of the apparitions at Fatima. Read the story of Fatima and a 44-point timeline. And learn from a Fayetteville couple who made a pilgrimage there in 2015. The issue also includes a guest column by Father James Garneau, who writes about Servant of God Father Thomas F. Price and his deep devotion to Mary. And don’t miss a special feature: 11 questions with the valedictorian of JPII High School in Greenville. The NC… Read More
In this month’s edition of NC Catholics, a focus on the 6 month anniversary of Hurricane Matthew and what Catholic Charities is doing to help families recovery.
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Last Thursday, February 23, Centro para Familias Hispanas held its very first “Reunion de Amigos” at their facility located at 2013 N. Raleigh Blvd in Raleigh. About 80 people were in attendance for this successful evening. Representatives from the Latino Credit Union, Self Help, Wake Tech and other community leaders and stakeholders supported the event. Ms. Maty Ferrer, Director of Centro para Familias Hispanas, shared that, “It was inspiring to see so many new faces and friends of the center.” She continued, “There were many people that were at the… Read More
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The following is a statement from Msgr. Michael Shugrue, diocesan administrator for the Diocese of Raleigh: The national discussion regarding immigration and the refugee program has brought to the surface a variety of legitimate concerns that require calm discernment. The priority of the Church is to assist the human person spiritually, but also to advocate for their physical and emotional well-being. This applies to all people. Any immigration or refugee system must balance three guiding principles. First, people have the right to migrate to sustain their lives and the lives… Read More
The January-February issue of NC Catholics is now available online. This month, learn about how diapers collected at events like the Love My Life Youth Rally make a world of difference to a family in Wilmington. The cover story features Father Philip Johnson, who was ordained to the priesthood Jan. 7. The issue includes a story about Anne Stahel, who retires in 2017 after 25 years with the Lewis Award, as well as a For Your Marriage column, estate planning suggestions and the annual Diocese of Raleigh financial report. Read… Read More
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 together this wonderful donation. “I was surprised when the boxes were delivered,” recalled Mr. Daniel Altenau, director of disaster services. “I didn’t know what to expect opening the boxes and was immediately excited to see… Read More
The 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, it is my hope and prayer that you allow our sincere and heartfelt expression of gratitude to be conveyed. It reminds me of a story when I was a young seminarian. I had been entrusted… Read More
