As 2020 Ends, a Message from Father John

| By Will Espinoza
Categories: Feature
As we close out 2020, CEO Msgr. John J. Enzler shares this message: Your love in action can help your neighbors in greatest need. And they’ve never needed you more. Reflecting on these times, Pope Francis wrote recently in The New York Times: “I find it helps to focus on concrete situations: You see faces …

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Christmas Brings the Gift of a Fresh Beginning Thanks to Alumnae Club

| By Kate Kennedy
Categories: Feature, Giving
The Washington, D.C., Alumnae Club of Saint Mary’s College has brought an abundance of Christmas joy to two D.C. families, while helping them make a fresh start. The recipients of this extraordinary charitable act — a family of 10 and a family of four led by single mothers — were referred to the alumnae of …

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Counting Our Blessings with Deep Gratitude

| By Kate Kennedy
Categories: Feature, Giving, Mission, Non-Profit
By Tara Arras Like most organizations, Catholic Charities was plagued by COVID-19 during the past months and some of our best laid plans were thwarted by the pandemic. While we encountered numerous challenges and many disappointments, we were buoyed by the resilience and resolve of our staff who continued to meet the needs of our …

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Statement Congratulating President-Elect Biden and Offering Expertise on Social Justice Issues

| By Kate Kennedy
Categories: Feature, Mission, Non-Profit, Press Release
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WASHINGTON, Dec. 14, 2020 — With the results of the 2020 election certified and electors across the country meeting today, Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington releases this statement: Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington extends its congratulations to President-elect Joe Biden and offers its best wishes to him and Vice President-elect Kamala …

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