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…
Column: Seeing hope where others don’t
by Ken Williams I am often asked how our employees and volunteers stay positive when surrounded by so much poverty and personal struggle in our local communities. The work of Catholic Charities and our parish…
Column: Food insecurity continues to grow; help us meet the need
by Ken Williams Did you know that World Food Day this year was Oct. 16? To be honest, I had no idea either. It turns out, World Food Day was established in 1979 to raise awareness and…
Column: Tell the untold ‘God thing’ stories in your life
by Ken Williams Here at Catholic Charities, most of our best stories go untold. Unfortunately, even when the stories are told, they are generally celebrated for just a few short minutes and then everyone goes…
Column: Along with practical aid, Charities dispenses hope
by Ken Williams Executive director of Catholic Charities What does Catholic Charities actually do? It’s probably the most common question I’ve been asked since joining this incredible ministry. I generally respond to this question by…
Column: Food stamp recipients look an awful lot like me and you
My first eight weeks with Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas have been eye-opening. by Ken Williams My first eight weeks with Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas have been eye-opening. From the outside looking in, it…
Column: Their need is your opportunity to serve
The women arrive early, as the sun is creasing the horizon, hoping to beat the summer heat.