Kindness is a fruit of the Spirit
Sometimes it just takes a willingness to get involved to make a big difference.
Lent reminds us that Christ died for all of us
When Jared walked into our emergency assistance center, we were his last choice.
The journey from crisis to self-sufficiency
Saint Teresa of Calcutta once said, “Never worry about numbers. Help one person at a time.” It’s a mantra Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas has put into practice for the last 60 years.
Friendly Visitors program offers hope for the lonely
“In youth, the days are short and the years are long. In old age, the years are short and the days are long.”
Column: Help stock our shelves to meet summer needs
It’s the time of year when school-aged children everywhere are celebrating the end-of-school countdown.
Column: ‘More kids . . . than we thought’ in need of summer outreach
Bobby is in the fifth grade. He studies hard to make good grades and dreams of becoming a policeman. Bobby likes school. He likes his teachers. And he likes that, during the week, he…
Column: Catholic Charities serves up necessities with hospitality, hope
Imagine, after a long and tiresome journey, not having a place to lay your weary head.
Column: Embracing the refugee is nothing short of fitting
Refugees have suffered through unconscionable trials and conditions, but somehow persevered and finally made their way to Kansas.
Column: How we serve is as important as the service itself
Are we a merciful church? Are we merciful individuals?
Column: Volunteers enable Charities to ‘do what we do’
by Ken Williams When the kids get older, I’m going to volunteer more. If I can just get that promotion, I’ll be set and my schedule will be much more flexible, then I’ll volunteer. A…