Providing Help, Creating Hope, Serving All
Providing Help, Creating Hope, Serving All
The June 2015 Catholic Parish Outreach newsletter is now available. Learn about what is happening at CPO and check out all the great photos that were taken this month! To read the full newsletter, click here.
The May edition of NC Catholics is now available Online Here. In this month’s issue, read about how Catholic Charities counselors help in Catholic schools throughout the diocese. The English version of this article can be found on Page 19 and Spanish version on Page 21.
As we celebrate the Memorial of Saint Joseph the Worker on May 1, we are reminded of the relationship between Joseph (a carpenter) and all workers. Bishop Burbidge is encouraging all pastors to provide an opportunity to the faithful of their parish to ask for the heavenly intercession of Saint Joseph the Worker for those who are unemployed and underemployed. “Work is fundamental to the dignity of a person. Work, to use an image, ‘anoints’ us with dignity, fills us with dignity, makes us similar to God, who has worked… Read More
Our 2015 Gala was held on Saturday, April 25 at the Downtown Raleigh Marriott with 350 guests gathering to celebrate the great works of Catholic Charities. Through the generosity of many sponsors and guests, over $233,000 was raised to further our mission of serving those in need throughout Eastern North Carolina. The joyous evening included a performance by the North Carolina Youth Philharmonic, silent auction and remarks from Dr. Carolyn Woo, President and CEO of Catholic Relief Services. Dr. Woo spoke about food and those who are hungry. ” It’s… Read More
On Saturday, April 18, Catholic Parish Outreach (CPO) hosted its 2nd Annual Pig Pickin’ and Open House! With a guided tour through the food pantry, guests had the opportunity to learn more about the food distribution, experiences from volunteers, and client stories. At the end of the tour, guests enjoyed delicious pork, hush puppies, coleslaw, and potato salad prepared by the Sacred Heart Cathedral Knights of Columbus. Sherman Lee Dillon entertained the crowd with bluegrass music. He invited special guests Dennis Cash and his daughter, Anna, to create a special,… Read More
The April edition of NC Catholics is now available Online Here. In this month’s issue, catch a recap of the successful “A Chocolate Affair…to Remember” fundraiser in Fayetteville! You can also learn about what Catholic Charities is doing to help families file their taxes and how you can volunteer and help. English versions of these articles can be found on Page 10 and Spanish versions on Page 21.
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Raleigh, Inc.—in collaboration with Choate Construction, Juba Aluminum Products, and Dominion Realty Partners—has stepped forward to receive donations made from individuals, corporations, and others on behalf of the families of the 3 deceased victims and 1 injured victim of the March 23 scaffolding collapse at the Charter Square Building on Fayetteville St. in Raleigh, NC. This comes in response to an outpouring of community support in which many have voiced an interest in donating. Catholic Charities will serve as the custodian of these donated… Read More
The March edition of NC Catholics is now available online here. In this month’s issue, Catholic Charities Immigration services are featured in English on Page 10 and in Spanish on Page 21.
The January/February issue of NC Catholics is now available online. The cover story features the blessing of the site and the groundbreaking for Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral, which took place January 3rd. The Catholic Charities story in this issue focuses on the Christmas events that are run for families in need. The English version can be found on page 10 and the Spanish version can be found on page 21. Read the January / February Issue Here
The Catholic Charities Fayetteville Office hosted “A Chocolate Affair… to Remember” fundraiser on Thursday, January 29th. Guests were invited to the beautiful Skyview on Hay to enjoy live music, food, and a live and silent auction. This annual event raises money to support services that help families obtain financial self-sufficiency and maintain proper health and safety. Mrs. Wanda Collazo, Fayetteville Regional Director, described these services as “teaching a person to fish rather than simply giving a person a fish.” This year the event raised $9,100 and Mrs. Collazo is hopeful… Read More