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Catholic Charities Corporation Administrative Offices:

7911 Detroit Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44102

(216) 334-2900

Catholic Social Teaching Month

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Join us as we celebrate Catholic Social Teaching Month! Below, we have made available resources for individuals/families and parishes to use throughout the month to support the growth and knowledge of the principles of Catholic Social Teaching. 


Weekly Presentations

We have invited you to join us virtually each Monday from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. during Catholic Social Teaching Month as we discussed each theme through the lens of an associated Catholic Charities program. See previously recorded trainings below.

Presentation Schedule

  • November 4, 2024 | Life & Dignity of the Human Person featuring Addiction Treatment & Recovery |  Spence Kline, Sr. Director Treatment & Recovery
  • November 11, 2024 | Option for the Poor and Vulnerable featuring Emergency Services | Eric Milkie, Director of Emergency Services
  • November 18, 2024 | Solidarity featuring Migration and Refugee Services | Ann Danuloff, Volunteer Coordinator
  • November 25, 2024 | Family, Community & Participation featuring Disability Services & Ministries | Marilyn Scott, Director of Disability Services and Ministries  

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Week 1: Dignity of the Human Person

The Diocesan Social Action Office celebrated Catholic Social Teaching month, focusing on the first principle of Catholic social teaching: the life and dignity of the human person. The team discussed the importance of treating all human life as sacred and addressing systemic injustices, and introduced the treatment, prevention, and recovery programs at Catholic charities. The conversation ended with a discussion on the importance of respecting people's dignity and upholding it in their work, and the announcement of upcoming topics for the following weeks.

Week 1 Presentation: This was previously recorded on November 4, 2024, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Life & Dignity of the Human Person featuring Addiction Treatment & Recovery |  Spence Kline, Sr. Director Treatment & Recovery

 View Recording 

*Passcode: ^^D6hgJ9


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Week 2: Preferential Option for the Poor and Vulnerable

Paul, the director of the Social Action Office, led a discussion on the preferential option for the poor and vulnerable, emphasizing its importance in the Church's tradition. Eric Milkie, the director of emergency services for Catholic charities, shared insights on the services provided for the poor and vulnerable, including the operations of various hunger centers and shelters. The conversation ended with a discussion on the Helping Hands grant and the impact of Catholic Relief Services on Eric's life and work.

Week 2 Presentation: This was previously recorded on November 11, 2024, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Option for the Poor and Vulnerable featuring Emergency Services | Eric Milkie, Director of Emergency Services 

View Recording

*Passcode:8v5wJt^Z

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Week 3: Solidarity

Shawn Whitmer led a discussion on Catholic social teaching, focusing on the theme of solidarity, and Ann Daniel shared her role in educating the community about the work of Catholic Charities and recruiting mentors and volunteers. Ann also discussed the challenges faced by refugees, the role of resettlement agencies in helping them assimilate into American culture, and the importance of mentorship in helping refugee families integrate into their new lives. The conversation ended with a reflection on the challenges faced by immigrants and the importance of solidarity and service.

Week 3 Presentation: This was previously recorded on November 18, 2024, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Solidarity featuring Migration and Refugee Services | Ann Danuloff, Volunteer Coordinator

View Recording

*Passcode: i+X+=H2w

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Week 4: Call to Family, Community & Participation

The person is not only sacred but also social. How we organize our society -- in economics and politics, in law and policy -- directly affects human dignity and the capacity of individuals to grow in the community. (USCCB)

Week 4 Presentation: November 25, 2024, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. |  Family, Community & Participation featuring Disability Services & Ministries | Marilyn Scott, Director of Disability Services and Ministries  

Join Presentation 

*If prompted: Meeting ID: 942 2402 6665 and Passcode: 630984

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