Posted March 02, 2022
Lent: a time of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving in preparation for the Easter feast.
While Lent requires sacrifices, it is not meant to be a time of misery. Lent is supposed to help heal our bodies, minds, and souls as it prompts us to focus even more on the Lord, the only One who can truly fulfill and free us. When we pray, fast, and give alms, Jesus calls us to do so with an energetic and loving spirit (“When you fast, do not look gloomy like the hypocrites. They neglect their appearance, so that they may appear to others to... read more
Posted March 01, 2022
History
When people think of Mardi Gras, most will picture the masquerade balls and parades held in New Orleans, however, this day is so much more.
Mardi Gras in French means “Fat Tuesday”. This day has roots... read more
Posted February 12, 2022
This week we look back on the life of St. Martin de Porres—the only Black Catholic saint from the Western Hemisphere—who also lends his name to our family center in Cleveland's Glenville neighborhood.
Life & Work
Born... read more
Posted February 08, 2022 by Hannah Witteman
A simple Google search will tell you that to ‘leave your mark’ is having a lasting or significant effect on something, and that’s what those who retire from Catholic Charities do.
On Friday, January 28, a... read more
Posted February 08, 2022
Life and Work
In 1869 Saint Josephine Margaret Bakhita was born in the Olagossa village in Sudan. Her father was the chief’s brother and grew up with three sisters and three brothers. She was very happy... read more