Skinned knees. A freshly cut set of house keys. Whispers shared by friends in the evening breeze. Nearly 200 years I have been standing here. Listening, learning about life, loss and love. I remember the soft dirt below me beginning to change. Wagon wheels rattling on dirt paths change to cobblestone streets with automobile engines ... Read more The post If A Tree Could Talk: The Stories Hidden In The Branches Of A Linden Tree appeared first on Catholic Charities of Denver.| Catholic Charities of Denver
Deb found herself in the same situation affecting thousands of northern Coloradans every day. The high cost of living in Fort Collins left her with limited options and a distressing living environment. After securing a new place but lacking the necessary funds, she faced rejection when seeking assistance from relatives. With a sense of panic ... Read more The post Deb’s Journey Towards Stability appeared first on Catholic Charities of Denver.| Catholic Charities of Denver
Hannah is no stranger to sacrifice. As a U.S. Army veteran, she served her country with courage and resilience. But this past summer, she found herself fighting a very different kind of battle—one she never expected to face at home. No matter how carefully she planned, Hannah couldn’t stretch her income far enough. Even with ... Read more The post Serving Those Who Served: Catholic Charities Helps Veteran Family Stay in Their Home appeared first on Catholic Charities of Denver.| Catholic Charities of Denver
Catholic Therapy – is it for you? Mark R Sanders, LPC, CAS St Raphael Counseling, a ministry of Catholic Charities of Denver When I began my career 25 years ago, one of the biggest obstacles was the stigma around seeking professional help. Many believed it was “weak” to ask for help, so they went without ... Read more| Catholic Charities of Denver
This August, Catholic Charities of the Western Slope celebrated three decades of compassionate service in Garfield, Eagle and Pitkin counties—thirty years of walking alongside neighbors and standing in the gap for struggling families and extending the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to this unique mountain region. From its home inside the historic St. Stephen’s Catholic ... Read more The post Catholic Charities Western Slope Marks 30 Years of Service appeared first on Catholic Charities ...| Catholic Charities of Denver
It’s been a fantastic four years. In July 2021, Catholic Charities worked with the City of Denver to reimagine a building at 48th Avenue, just east of Colorado Boulevard, as the largest congregate shelter for single women experiencing homelessness in the Denver metro area. The building, which had housed single men with services provided by ... Read more The post Four Years of Walking with Women: A Samaritan House 48th Anniversary appeared first on Catholic Charities of Denver.| Catholic Charities of Denver
In a town where million-dollar homes and luxury resorts dominate the landscape, Catholic Charities Housing is making space for something different—something deeply needed. The Benedict Apartments, now rising in the heart of Glenwood Springs, is offering affordable, thoughtfully designed homes for low-income seniors. Nestled among rivers and peaks, this 34-unit community is a rare chance ... Read more The post A New Beginning for Seniors in Glenwood Springs appeared first on Catholic Chariti...| Catholic Charities of Denver
How to Have a Great School Year By Kim Mack, LPC, St. Raphael Counseling The start of the school year offers Catholic families more than just a chance to aim for academic success—it’s an opportunity to grow in faith, character and community. A truly great school year nurtures the whole child—mind, body and soul. When ... Read more The post How to Have a Great School Year appeared first on Catholic Charities of Denver.| Catholic Charities of Denver
Deep, lasting joy—no matter the circumstances—is something we all strive to have. Johnny is someone who carries that joy naturally, every single day. Whether he’s cracking a joke in the hallway or lending a hand to someone in need, his warmth is contagious. When asked how he manages to stay so positive, he smiles and ... Read more The post Joy Amidst Hardship appeared first on Catholic Charities of Denver.| Catholic Charities of Denver
Critical Volunteers Help Little Flower Assistance Center Thrive Little Flower Assistance Center, a ministry of Catholic Charities, relies heavily on volunteers—and among its most dedicated supporters are Suzie and Kurt Boyd, founders of Academy Roofing. For more than a decade, the Boyds have brought hands-on support, heartfelt care and a strong culture of giving to ... Read more| Catholic Charities of Denver
A Donation Wrapped in Healing Three months after losing his wife Lola to cancer, Alan walked through the doors of Catholic Charities Marisol Homes carrying a donation wrapped in love, memory and healing. In his arms were more than two dozen Warmies—weighted, lavender-scented stuffed animals designed to calm anxiety. But these were more than just toys—they ... Read more| Catholic Charities of Denver
After raising their own children, few expect to start parenting all over again. But that’s the reality for every member of the Kinship group supported by Catholic Charities in Greeley. For 25 years, the Catholic Charities Kinship program has stood beside these caregivers who, often in the middle or later seasons of life, have stepped ... Read more| Catholic Charities of Denver
She always thought her sixteenth birthday would be about parties, gifts, maybe even a driver’s license. But today, it was about something bigger—something she had been dreaming of for years. Today, her mom surprised her with the best birthday gift she could imagine. They were moving into their own home! For a long time, home ... Read more| Catholic Charities of Denver
The calendar is already turning from January to February, and chances are you’ve already made—and maybe abandoned—your New Year’s resolutions. Lose 10 pounds, save more money, get healthier…the list often feels like an endless loop, year after year. As we step into 2025, it’s common to wonder why so many resolutions fail. How can people ... Read more| Catholic Charities of Denver
At Catholic Charities Little Flower Assistance Center in Aurora, activity never stops. Little Flower provides food, clothing and job search assistance for thousands of individuals and families each year. While its impact on the community is profound, the heartbeat of our operations lies with our volunteers—and Fred Lengerich is one of the busiest. Fred has ... Read more| Catholic Charities of Denver
For several years, students from the Centered on Christ Catholic Community in Minnesota have journeyed to Colorado each summer with a mission: to make a difference. Their destination? The Samaritan House locations in Fort Collins and Greeley. Centered on Christ Catholic Community is a collaboration of four parishes within the Diocese of Saint Cloud, Minnesota, ... Read more| Catholic Charities of Denver
From a modest team of three school counselors in 2020, St. Raphael Counseling has quickly expanded its services within Catholic schools across the Archdiocese. Now with 15 counselors, one school-based therapist and one clinical and school psychologist in 20 schools, the ministry seeks to help every child attending Catholic schools receive the mental health services ... Read more| Catholic Charities of Denver
When Army veteran Eugene moved back to Denver from Memphis in December 2023, he told himself that he would be without a home for three weeks, tops. While his time in the Veterans Program at Samaritan House, the Catholic Charities iconic shelter in downtown Denver, extended beyond his three-week goal, he used the time there ... Read more| Catholic Charities of Denver