Catholic Charities
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A natural part of human development is the innate desire to seek purpose — to find meaning in life.
For Catholics, the search for individual fulfillment is influenced by the universality …
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By Chelle Smith-Vandergriff
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4/30/25
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MaryAnn, unable to work due to illness, couldn’t afford the prescription medicine she needed.
With bills piling up, she turned to a predatory lender for a quick loan.
What seemed like …
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By Tessa McIntyre
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4/17/25
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At Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri (CCCNMO), we are privileged to work alongside numerous dedicated community partners who help us fulfill our mission of serving and empowering …
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By Jullia Fox
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4/2/25
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Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri (CCCNMO) is hard at work offering hope to individuals and helping parishes become the centers of charity …
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By Jay Nies
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3/20/25
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At Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri (CCCNMO), it’s crucial that we continually clarify our vision for the community within our diocese.
Despite recent challenges under …
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By Scott Thrasher
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3/20/25
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For over a decade as a high school campus minister, I had the opportunity to accompany students on a number of immersion retreats featuring lessons on U.S. immigration and Catholic Social Teaching.
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By Marissa Flores Madden
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3/6/25
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One of the most rewarding aspects of my role is reviewing grant applications and witnessing the incredible work parishes undertake to serve their communities.
Each application tells a story of …
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By Litz Main
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2/19/25
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As we enter 2025, it’s clear that the fight against hunger and malnutrition is not just about feeding people — it’s about creating lasting solutions that empower individuals, …
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By Chelsea Robbins
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2/6/25
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Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri (CCCNMO) is committed to caring for our neighbors in need throughout the Diocese of Jefferson City.
Within the Community Services program, …
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By Chelle Smith-Vandergriff, Julia Hinton, and Tessa McIntyre
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1/23/25
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As the new year begins, millions of people set resolutions with hopeful hearts and great intentions.
Yet, studies show that only about 9% of people actually achieve their New Year’s …
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By Litz Main
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1/9/25
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Recently, I learned something that has profoundly shaped the way I think about hope.
In Hebrew, the word for hope, tikvah, carries a meaning that is both powerful and tangible.
It …
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By Litz Main
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12/19/24
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As we approach the season of gratitude and reflection, we invite you to not only give but to feel connected to the profound work of Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri.
Our …
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By Jake Seifert
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12/5/24
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September 26 marked the first-ever Housing Counselor Day, a national celebration established by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and housing agencies across the country.
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By Julia Hinton
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11/20/24
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There is so much that I am grateful for in my life, all of which makes me a willing volunteer.
I have always been surrounded by family and friends who helped others whenever there was a need. …
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By Nancy Samp
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11/7/24
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As I reflect on my first year as executive director of Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri, I am filled with profound gratitude and admiration.
The past year has been one …
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By Litz Main, Executive Director, Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri
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10/23/24
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World Mental Health Day is a global observance centered around raising awareness, reducing stigma and promoting mental wellness.
This year’s theme, selected by the World Federation for …
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By Chelle Smith-Vandergriff
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10/10/24
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