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Catholic Charities' New Life Family Center Selected to Participate in Chevrolet's 2011 "Pictures of Hope" Campaign

New Life Family Center sizzled with excitement on October 20, 2011 when photojournalist, Linda Solomon, visited the shelter to work with our children.  Underwritten by Chevrolet, the "Pictures of Hope" campaign helps children living in shelters across the United States to capture their hopes and dreams in photographs.  These images are transformed into captivating Christmas cards to help participating organizations raise funds for their work.

The Florida Catholic covered this unforgettable experience.  Click here to read more about it.
 

On November 22, 2011, ABC will air a special on national television featuring children from the ten cities who participated.

Text SPIRIT to 80088 if you'd like to receive a text message reminder so you can tune in!



Catholic Charities Launches Disaster Relief Registry & Mobile Network

The Disaster Relief Registry will allow Catholic Charities to identify, organize, and mobilize resources quickly based on the needs on the ground. After registering online, supporters can manage their profiles via the Catholic Charities website. The Mobile Network will enable supporters to receive text message alerts and make donations using their cell phones even if they are unable to access the Internet.
 

“Our region is prone to natural disasters so it is a matter of when and how frequently we will need to respond,” said Deacon Richard Turcotte, Chief Executive Officer. “Even if our local offices are destroyed, we can access our Disaster Relief Registry and Mobile Network to respond quickly and effectively.”

Join the Disaster Relief Registry by visiting www.ccadm.org/joinourteam.  

Text SPIRIT to 80088 to become part of our mobile community.


 

Pope Benedict XVI Encourages Christians to Use Social Media to Bring, "Truth, Proclamation, and Authenticity of Life" to the Web.

In his message celebrating the 45th World Day of Communications, the Holy Father recognized the vast cultural transformation underway and encouraged Christians to increase their presence online.  

If technologies are used with wisdom, he explained, "they can contribute to the satisfaction of the desire for meaning, truth and unity which remain the most profound aspirations of each human being."  Click here to read the full story.

You can Keep up with Catholic Charities on social media sites including Facebook and Twitter.

 

Catholic Charities Wins Award for Earthquake Relief!


Catholic Charities received an "Outstanding Humanitarian Support" award from the Department of Children & Families for assisting Haitian evacuees after the earthquake. The award was presented at a Remembrance Celebration on Jan. 12, 2011. Presenters stated that our collaborative efforts made a real difference. Our plaque for "Outstanding Humanitarian Support" is proudly displayed in our Central Office.   You can see a photo of it by clicking here.




GianLucca's Triumpant Return to School!

Meet GianLucca, a very special boy who attends our Sagrada Familia Child Development Center in Miami. His amazing story of healing is filled with prayers and love.  GianLucca endured a tragic car accident that claimed the lives of his father and brother, and severely injured his mom and himself.  His triumphant return to school brought tears of joy to the entire community.  Welcome back GianLucca!  Click here to read complete coverage.


 

Pedaling Priest Completes His 5,000 Mile Journey!

Fr. Matthew Ruhl and his team of riders completed their marathon ride in Key West fulfilling their quest to raise awareness of Catholic Charities' campaign to cut poverty in half by 2020.  Fr. Ruhl completed his trek by touching the front tire of his bicycle to the Southernmost point of the United States.   Check out CBS News and NBC News coverage.





Pedaling Priest Visits Centro Hispano Catolico Child Development Center!

The children of Centro Hispano sang, "We Are The World" to welcome Friar Matthew Ruhl and 12 other riders as they passed through Miami on the final leg of their 5,000 mile bike ride to end poverty.   Click here to read the complete story and watch the video.  We are proud of our staff and children for their warm welcome and their role in increasing awareness about the campaign to end poverty forever.