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
Catholic Charities Early Childhood Education (ECE) Home Based Program Option is all about building trust, walking with families, and giving both parents and children the confidence to thrive. Erika Echeverria is one of our dedicated Family Educators and is a steady and warm presence in the homes of the families she visits. Each week, she ... Read more The post Helping Families Thrive—One Home Visit at a Time appeared first on Catholic Charities of Denver.| Catholic Charities of Denver
Deacon Rich never expected his path to lead here, exactly—but that’s often how God works. After years of family-life ministry at St. Mary’s in Littleton and before that, as an elementary school teacher, he recently began a new chapter, serving the women at Samaritan House 48th as an employment navigator. It’s a practical role—helping women ... Read more The post A Calling Within a Calling: Deacon Rich at Samaritan House 48th appeared first on Catholic Charities of Denver.| Catholic Charities of Denver
Catholic Charities is honored to receive support from one of Colorado’s most recognizable and generous business leaders — Jake Jabs. Jake, the legendary founder and president of American Furniture Warehouse, has donated $10,000 to support the thousands of individuals and families who rely on our programs each year. Jake’s name has long been synonymous with ... Read more The post A True Colorado Legend: Jake Jabs Donates $10,000 to Samaritan House appeared first on Catholic Charities...| Catholic Charities of Denver
“I’m just worried about what he’ll do when I pass away,” Betty said softly, her voice tinged with concern. “What if someone takes advantage of him?” “Don’t worry,” Cheri said gently. “I’ll be here to make sure he’s okay.” Charles is the sixth and last foster child Betty has raised. He’d suffered a serious fall ... Read more The post In Good Hands appeared first on Catholic Charities of Denver.| 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
At the grand opening of Marisol Health Northern Colorado, Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila blessed the entire clinic inside and out. His words, “Life is a divine gift, and safeguarding it is our sacred responsibility,” resonated deeply with the attendees, particularly in light of the prevalent acceptance of abortion and pro-choice beliefs in our state. As ... Read more| Catholic Charities of Denver