Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/rss Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston RSS Feed. Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston http://www.catholiccharities.org/tresources/en/images/icons/tendenci34x15.gif http://www.catholiccharities.org Copyright 2008 Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston Tendenci Association Software by Schipul - The Web Marketing Company en-us noemail@catholiccharities.org Thu, 07 Aug 2008 21:50:39 GMT Events http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/?54 <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/?54"> <span class="summary">Volunteer Recognition Event</span> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20081022T223000Z">22-Oct-08 5:30 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20081023T003000Z">22-Oct-08 7:30 PM</abbr> <br/> Location: <span class="location"> St. Anne Catholic Church, Houston, Texas 77098-1496</span> <br/> Speaker: <br> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="url fn" href="http://www.catholiccharities.org">St. Anne Catholic Church <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">2140 Westheimer Rd.</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">Texas</span> <span class="postal-code">77098-1496</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/?54 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 18:24:03 GMT Events http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/?52 <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/?52"> <span class="summary">AIDS Ministry Overnight Retreats</span> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20080910T133000Z">10-Sep-08 8:30 AM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20080911T223000Z">11-Sep-08 5:30 PM</abbr> <br/> Location: <span class="location"> Cenacle Retreat House</span> <br/> Speaker: <br> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="url fn" href="http://www.catholiccharities.org">Cenacle Retreat House </a></div> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/?52 Wed, 09 Jan 2008 15:01:06 GMT Events http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/?56 <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/?56"> <span class="summary">Helping Blended Families Cope</span> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20080910T000000Z">9-Sep-08 7:00 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20080910T020000Z">9-Sep-08 9:00 PM</abbr> <br/> Location: <span class="location"> Bay Area United Way, Houston, TX 77058</span> <br/> Speaker: Esmeralda Alamia, LMSW<br> <br/> Event Details: <div class="description"><span style="font-size: 10pt"><span style="font-family: Arial">Successful blending of families takes patience and commitment.&nbsp;This workshop discusses that divorced and single parents must take time to heal from their broken relationships. They must also commit to put their children first in order to address their feelings and needs as well as setting limits through positive discipline.</span></span> </div> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">Bay Area United Way <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">1300 Bay Area Blvd.</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">TX</span> <span class="postal-code">77058</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/?56 Wed, 06 Aug 2008 15:18:40 GMT Events http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/?57 <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/?57"> <span class="summary">Understanding ADHD in Children</span> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20080910T000000Z">9-Sep-08 7:00 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20080910T020000Z">9-Sep-08 9:00 PM</abbr> <br/> Location: <span class="location"> Catholic Charities - Main Office, Houston, TX 77006</span> <br/> Speaker: Nereida Martinez, LMSW<br> <br/> Event Details: <div class="description"><span style="font-size: 10pt; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none">Diagnoses for ADHD in children have risen substantially over past decade.&nbsp;This affects not only the child but also everyone in the family.&nbsp;Focus will be on educating about ADHD, its symptoms and how some learning disabilities mimic ADHD symptoms.&nbsp;Tips on living with a child with ADHD will be provided and treatment options will be reviewed briefly.</span> </div> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">Catholic Charities - Main Office <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">2900 Louisiana St.</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">TX</span> <span class="postal-code">77006</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/?57 Wed, 06 Aug 2008 15:40:05 GMT Events http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/230/ <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/230/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20081219T003000Z">18-Dec-08 6:30 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20081219T013000Z">18-Dec-08 7:30 PM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">2900 Louisiana St.</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">Texas</span> <span class="postal-code">77006</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/230/ Thu, 03 Jan 2008 23:43:28 GMT Events http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/243/ <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/243/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20081217T233000Z">17-Dec-08 5:30 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20081218T013000Z">17-Dec-08 7:30 PM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">Catholic Charities <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">2900 Louisiana</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">Texas</span> <span class="postal-code">77006</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/243/ Tue, 08 Jan 2008 23:32:58 GMT Events http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/205/ <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/205/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20081209T190000Z">9-Dec-08 1:00 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20081209T200000Z">9-Dec-08 2:00 PM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">Cabrini Center for Immigrant Legal Assistance <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">2900 Louisiana St.</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">Texas</span> <span class="postal-code">77006</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/205/ Thu, 03 Jan 2008 23:09:46 GMT Events http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/229/ <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/229/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20081205T003000Z">4-Dec-08 6:30 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20081205T013000Z">4-Dec-08 7:30 PM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">2900 Louisiana St.</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">Texas</span> <span class="postal-code">77006</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/229/ Thu, 03 Jan 2008 23:43:28 GMT Events http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/142/ <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/142/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20081202T190000Z">2-Dec-08 1:00 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20081202T200000Z">2-Dec-08 2:00 PM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">Cabrini Center for Immigrant Legal Assistance <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">2900 Louisiana St.</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">Texas</span> <span class="postal-code">77006</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/142/ Thu, 03 Jan 2008 22:47:39 GMT Events http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/228/ <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/228/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20081121T003000Z">20-Nov-08 6:30 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20081121T013000Z">20-Nov-08 7:30 PM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">2900 Louisiana St.</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">Texas</span> <span class="postal-code">77006</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/228/ Thu, 03 Jan 2008 23:43:28 GMT Events http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/268/ <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/268/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20081120T003000Z">19-Nov-08 6:30 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20081120T020000Z">19-Nov-08 8:00 PM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">2900 Louisiana St.</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">Texas</span> <span class="postal-code">77006</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/268/ Wed, 09 Jan 2008 15:54:21 GMT Events http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/242/ <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/242/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20081119T233000Z">19-Nov-08 5:30 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20081120T013000Z">19-Nov-08 7:30 PM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">Catholic Charities <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">2900 Louisiana</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">Texas</span> <span class="postal-code">77006</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/242/ Tue, 08 Jan 2008 23:32:58 GMT Events http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/141/ <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/141/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20081118T190000Z">18-Nov-08 1:00 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20081118T200000Z">18-Nov-08 2:00 PM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">Cabrini Center for Immigrant Legal Assistance <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">2900 Louisiana St.</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">Texas</span> <span class="postal-code">77006</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/141/ Thu, 03 Jan 2008 22:47:39 GMT Events http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/204/ <div class="vevent"> <a class="url" href="http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/204/"> </a><br/> Start Date: <abbr class="dtstart" title="20081111T190000Z">11-Nov-08 1:00 PM</abbr> <br/> End Time: <abbr class="dtend" title="20081111T200000Z">11-Nov-08 2:00 PM</abbr> <br/> </div> <br/> <div class="vcard"> <a class="fn">Cabrini Center for Immigrant Legal Assistance <br/> <div class="adr"> <div class="street-address">2900 Louisiana St.</div> <span class="locality">Houston</span>, <span class="region">Texas</span> <span class="postal-code">77006</span> </div> </a></div> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cev/r/dt/204/ Thu, 03 Jan 2008 23:09:46 GMT Articles http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/art/?11 <div><font face="Arial" size="2"><span class="081580715-03032008">Catholic Charities has been selected as the Ministry Spotlight agency for the sold out Newsboys concert on Saturday, March 8, 2008. </span></font></div> <div><font face="Arial" size="2"></font>&nbsp;</div> <div><font face="Arial" size="2"><span class="081580715-03032008">Tune in to 89.3 or visit on the web at&nbsp;<a href="https://webmail.catholiccharities.org/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.ksbj.org" target="_blank">www.ksbj.org</a>&nbsp;to hear all about the concert. </span></font></div> <div><font face="Arial" size="2"></font>&nbsp;</div> <div><font face="Arial" size="2"><span class="081580715-03032008">Attendees of the Newsboys concert are being asked to bring canned goods, pastas and beans to be donated to Catholic Charities Food Pantries. </span></font></div> <br><br>5-Mar-08 7:00 AM Catholic Charities at the Newsboys Concert <div><font face="Arial" size="2"><span class="081580715-03032008">Catholic Charities has been selected as the Ministry Spotlight agency for the sold out Newsboys concert on Saturday, March 8, 2008. </span></font></div> <div><font face="Arial" size="2"></font>&nbsp;</div> <div><font face="Arial" size="2"><span class="081580715-03032008">Tune in to 89.3 or visit on the web at&nbsp;<a href="https://webmail.catholiccharities.org/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.ksbj.org" target="_blank">www.ksbj.org</a>&nbsp;to hear all about the concert. </span></font></div> <div><font face="Arial" size="2"></font>&nbsp;</div> <div><font face="Arial" size="2"><span class="081580715-03032008">Attendees of the Newsboys concert are being asked to bring canned goods, pastas and beans to be donated to Catholic Charities Food Pantries. </span></font></div> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/art/?11 noemail@catholiccharities.org Wed, 05 Mar 2008 12:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/art/?7 <font size="3"> <p align="left">Mollie Washington, 77, feels good about her participation 13 years as a volunteer in the Senior Companions program, saying it has helped her feel energetic and even improved her health. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">For that, she is grateful and she gives God all the praise and honor, thanking Him for enabling her to do what she does.</p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">Mollie learned about the program shortly after she retired and asked her daughter to help her find "something to do," because she knew she would deteriorate if she stayed home and watched television. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">Mollie rarely misses a day of her volunteer commitment. When she does, she can't wait to get back to doing what she loves: being a companion for "Miss Miller" sitting with her; reading the Bible to her; fixing breakfast for her; and even helping her with bathing. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">On a recent "day off," Mollie received a call from "Miss Miller," saying she was lonesome. Mollie assured her someone else would be there with her, but she replied, "I don't care who comes, I want to see you."</p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">Mollie is grateful to have a reason to get out of the house every day. She had triple bypass surgery seven years ago and back surgery four years ago. After each one, she asked her doctors, "When can I go back to volunteering?" </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">As soon as she was given permission to resume her normal activities, she was back. Not even arthritis and having to walk with a cane could keep her away.</p> <p align="left">She has had a heart for seniors ever since she was 14 years old when her grandmother died with no one to look after her. Mollie thanks God every day that He has enabled her to, </font><font color="#325e9a" size="3">"Let me work. Let me be a help."</font><font size="3"> </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">Most of all, she is grateful that she has the opportunity to meet people, often becoming like family to those who have no one else to care for them.</p> </font> <br><br>7-Nov-07 9:00 PM An Attitude of Gratitude <font size="3"> <p align="left">Mollie Washington, 77, feels good about her participation 13 years as a volunteer in the Senior Companions program, saying it has helped her feel energetic and even improved her health. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">For that, she is grateful and she gives God all the praise and honor, thanking Him for enabling her to do what she does.</p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">Mollie learned about the program shortly after she retired and asked her daughter to help her find "something to do," because she knew she would deteriorate if she stayed home and watched television. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">Mollie rarely misses a day of her volunteer commitment. When she does, she can't wait to get back to doing what she loves: being a companion for "Miss Miller" sitting with her; reading the Bible to her; fixing breakfast for her; and even helping her with bathing. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">On a recent "day off," Mollie received a call from "Miss Miller," saying she was lonesome. Mollie assured her someone else would be there with her, but she replied, "I don't care who comes, I want to see you."</p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">Mollie is grateful to have a reason to get out of the house every day. She had triple bypass surgery seven years ago and back surgery four years ago. After each one, she asked her doctors, "When can I go back to volunteering?" </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">As soon as she was given permission to resume her normal activities, she was back. Not even arthritis and having to walk with a cane could keep her away.</p> <p align="left">She has had a heart for seniors ever since she was 14 years old when her grandmother died with no one to look after her. Mollie thanks God every day that He has enabled her to, </font><font color="#325e9a" size="3">"Let me work. Let me be a help."</font><font size="3"> </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">Most of all, she is grateful that she has the opportunity to meet people, often becoming like family to those who have no one else to care for them.</p> </font> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/art/?7 noemail@catholiccharities.org Thu, 08 Nov 2007 03:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/art/?5 <font face="Gill Sans MT" size="3"> <p align="left">Esperanza, 45, suffered decades of emotional and physical abuse at the hands of a violent husband who took every opportunity to insult, humiliate and control her. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">Her husband often beat her and intimidated her with weapons and threatened to use them to kill her and her five children.</p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">On a few occasions, Esperanza attempted to escape. However, he always found her and told her that he would have her deported, never allowing her to see her children again. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">With the help of her employer, Esperanza came to Catholic Charities to find out if she might be eligible for citizenship. The staff of Catholic Charities' Cabrini Center for Legal Assistance began reviewing her case while also referring her to a Catholic Charities' family counselor. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">After intensive counseling, Esperanza was finally able to tell her story. She explained to the Cabrini staff that before she met her husband, she already had a son due to a sexual assault in her own country. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">After learning about the long history of abuse the staff decided to file a petition under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). In cases of abuse, VAWA protects undocumented victims of domestic violence who are terrorized by their husbands or partners. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">A couple of months after submitting her petition, Esperanza received her first legal document - her employment authorization card.</p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">Soon after, she received a social security card and drivers' license and quickly got a second job. </p> <p align="left">Esperanza was scheduled for her final interview to determine residency. Although she was extremely nervous, she responded to all of the questions. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">When the interview was over, the immigration officer told her that her case was granted and she was now a legal permanent resident of the United States. Without saying a word, and with tears in her eyes, she embraced her caseworker.</p> <p align="left"></p> <p>Esperanza takes pride in the fact that she can now survive on her own and provide for her children.</p> </font> <br><br>7-Nov-07 8:45 PM Hopeful for the Future <font face="Gill Sans MT" size="3"> <p align="left">Esperanza, 45, suffered decades of emotional and physical abuse at the hands of a violent husband who took every opportunity to insult, humiliate and control her. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">Her husband often beat her and intimidated her with weapons and threatened to use them to kill her and her five children.</p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">On a few occasions, Esperanza attempted to escape. However, he always found her and told her that he would have her deported, never allowing her to see her children again. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">With the help of her employer, Esperanza came to Catholic Charities to find out if she might be eligible for citizenship. The staff of Catholic Charities' Cabrini Center for Legal Assistance began reviewing her case while also referring her to a Catholic Charities' family counselor. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">After intensive counseling, Esperanza was finally able to tell her story. She explained to the Cabrini staff that before she met her husband, she already had a son due to a sexual assault in her own country. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">After learning about the long history of abuse the staff decided to file a petition under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). In cases of abuse, VAWA protects undocumented victims of domestic violence who are terrorized by their husbands or partners. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">A couple of months after submitting her petition, Esperanza received her first legal document - her employment authorization card.</p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">Soon after, she received a social security card and drivers' license and quickly got a second job. </p> <p align="left">Esperanza was scheduled for her final interview to determine residency. Although she was extremely nervous, she responded to all of the questions. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">When the interview was over, the immigration officer told her that her case was granted and she was now a legal permanent resident of the United States. Without saying a word, and with tears in her eyes, she embraced her caseworker.</p> <p align="left"></p> <p>Esperanza takes pride in the fact that she can now survive on her own and provide for her children.</p> </font> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/art/?5 noemail@catholiccharities.org Thu, 08 Nov 2007 02:45:00 GMT Articles http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/art/?6 <font size="3"> <p align="left">Trini Mendenhall Sosa has always believed that success comes from unity – that when people join together in support of a common goal, they will invariably accomplish more. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">She views her relationship with Catholic Charities the same way. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">From her first personal experience of the agency, through an invitation from then-Archbishop Fiorenza to attend an event, to her current experience as the first individual woman slated to receive the prestigious Msgr. John J. Roach Award at the 2008 Spirit of Charity Gala, Trini has always considered it an honor to be involved with the many people who bring the mission of Catholic Charities to life. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">"There’s so much love at Catholic Charities," says Trini. It resonates throughout the building – from social workers, the lawyers, all the staff. You can feel it. People in need can feel that warmth when they come in and ask for help."</p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">Trini has done so much to contribute to that feeling of love. </p> <p align="left">Through her many hours of volunteer service, including time as the Chair of the Board of Directors and the co-founder of the Caritas Circle Giving Society, Trini has given of her time, talent and treasure in service to Catholic Charities’ mission of providing help and creating hope for all those in need. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">The 2008 gala, <em>Noche de Serenata</em>, will take place on May 3, 2008 at the InterContinental Hotel. Trini is pleased that the event will feature a Latino influence: "It’s a wonderful way to showcase the diversity of the people we serve."</p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">Trini encourages people to get more involved in the work of Catholic Charities. </font><strong><font color="#325e9a" size="3">"The only way to experience the beautiful work we do is to get involved."</p> </strong></font><font size="3"> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">She added that anyone interested in the agency should come visit and feel the warmth. "Share your time, talent, and treasure with people in need," she added, "</font><font color="#325e9a" size="3">e</font><font size="3">very gift, in any amount, is equally valuable if it is given in love. And Catholic Charities is a place where that love is given back."</p> </font> <br><br>7-Nov-07 8:00 PM Giving from the Heart <font size="3"> <p align="left">Trini Mendenhall Sosa has always believed that success comes from unity – that when people join together in support of a common goal, they will invariably accomplish more. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">She views her relationship with Catholic Charities the same way. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">From her first personal experience of the agency, through an invitation from then-Archbishop Fiorenza to attend an event, to her current experience as the first individual woman slated to receive the prestigious Msgr. John J. Roach Award at the 2008 Spirit of Charity Gala, Trini has always considered it an honor to be involved with the many people who bring the mission of Catholic Charities to life. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">"There’s so much love at Catholic Charities," says Trini. It resonates throughout the building – from social workers, the lawyers, all the staff. You can feel it. People in need can feel that warmth when they come in and ask for help."</p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">Trini has done so much to contribute to that feeling of love. </p> <p align="left">Through her many hours of volunteer service, including time as the Chair of the Board of Directors and the co-founder of the Caritas Circle Giving Society, Trini has given of her time, talent and treasure in service to Catholic Charities’ mission of providing help and creating hope for all those in need. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">The 2008 gala, <em>Noche de Serenata</em>, will take place on May 3, 2008 at the InterContinental Hotel. Trini is pleased that the event will feature a Latino influence: "It’s a wonderful way to showcase the diversity of the people we serve."</p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">Trini encourages people to get more involved in the work of Catholic Charities. </font><strong><font color="#325e9a" size="3">"The only way to experience the beautiful work we do is to get involved."</p> </strong></font><font size="3"> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">She added that anyone interested in the agency should come visit and feel the warmth. "Share your time, talent, and treasure with people in need," she added, "</font><font color="#325e9a" size="3">e</font><font size="3">very gift, in any amount, is equally valuable if it is given in love. And Catholic Charities is a place where that love is given back."</p> </font> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/art/?6 noemail@catholiccharities.org Thu, 08 Nov 2007 02:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/art/?4 <strong><font face="Gill Sans MT" size="3"> <p align="left">Dianne was in high school when both of her parents died in a tragic accident. As a result, she spent her final two years in high school being bounced back and forth between the homes of various family members. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">The uncertainty of not knowing if someone would take her in caused her such grief that she fell into depression. It got to a point that she could no longer function and she dropped out of school. </p> <p align="left">As a result, she has spent much of her life suffering with depression. Although she had been successfully treated with medication for many years, her depression grew worse in the fall of 2004. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">Dianne, 25, was referred to Catholic Charities’ Villa Guadalupe Transitional Housing program for assistance after she lost her job and her housing. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">While living at the Villa, Dianne found full time employment in an administrative position. She continued to live at the Villa and saved her earnings until she was able to "get back on her feet" and support herself. Eventually she was able to rent her own apartment.</p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">After leaving the Villa, Dianne wrote a thank-you letter to the Villa’s Staff. She said, </font><font face="Gill Sans MT" color="#325e9a" size="3">"I thank you for everything you did for me when I was in danger of losing what I’d been trying so hard to build for so long." </p> </font><font face="Gill Sans MT" size="3"> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">In her letter she continued to say that if it weren’t for the help she received she is certain that she would have easily slipped back into depression.</p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">Dianne’s life continues to be positive: her medication keeps her stable, and she has kept both her job and her apartment. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p>The staff of the Villa continue to keep in contact with Dianne and are there for her when she simply needs someone with whom to share her successes. </p> </strong></font><strong><font face="Gill Sans MT" size="3"> <p align="left">Dianne was in high school when both of her parents died in a tragic accident. As a result, she spent her final two years in high school being bounced back and forth between the homes of various family members. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">The uncertainty of not knowing if someone would take her in caused her such grief that she fell into depression. It got to a point that she could no longer function and she dropped out of school. </p> <p align="left">As a result, she has spent much of her life suffering with depression. Although she had been successfully treated with medication for many years, her depression grew worse in the fall of 2004. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">Dianne, 25, was referred to Catholic Charities’ Villa Guadalupe Transitional Housing program for assistance after she lost her job and her housing. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">While living at the Villa, Dianne found full time employment in an administrative position. She continued to live at the Villa and saved her earnings until she was able to "get back on her feet" and support herself. Eventually she was able to rent her own apartment.</p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">After leaving the Villa, Dianne wrote a thank-you letter to the Villa’s Staff. She said, </font><font face="Gill Sans MT" color="#325e9a" size="3">"I thank you for everything you did for me when I was in danger of losing what I’d been trying so hard to build for so long." </p> </font><font face="Gill Sans MT" size="3"> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">In her letter she continued to say that if it weren’t for the help she received she is certain that she would have easily slipped back into depression.</p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">Dianne’s life continues to be positive: her medication keeps her stable, and she has kept both her job and her apartment. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p>The staff of the Villa continue to keep in contact with Dianne and are there for her when she simply needs someone with whom to share her successes. </p> </strong></font> <br><br>7-Nov-07 8:00 PM Searching for Inner Peace <strong><font face="Gill Sans MT" size="3"> <p align="left">Dianne was in high school when both of her parents died in a tragic accident. As a result, she spent her final two years in high school being bounced back and forth between the homes of various family members. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">The uncertainty of not knowing if someone would take her in caused her such grief that she fell into depression. It got to a point that she could no longer function and she dropped out of school. </p> <p align="left">As a result, she has spent much of her life suffering with depression. Although she had been successfully treated with medication for many years, her depression grew worse in the fall of 2004. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">Dianne, 25, was referred to Catholic Charities’ Villa Guadalupe Transitional Housing program for assistance after she lost her job and her housing. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">While living at the Villa, Dianne found full time employment in an administrative position. She continued to live at the Villa and saved her earnings until she was able to "get back on her feet" and support herself. Eventually she was able to rent her own apartment.</p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">After leaving the Villa, Dianne wrote a thank-you letter to the Villa’s Staff. She said, </font><font face="Gill Sans MT" color="#325e9a" size="3">"I thank you for everything you did for me when I was in danger of losing what I’d been trying so hard to build for so long." </p> </font><font face="Gill Sans MT" size="3"> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">In her letter she continued to say that if it weren’t for the help she received she is certain that she would have easily slipped back into depression.</p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">Dianne’s life continues to be positive: her medication keeps her stable, and she has kept both her job and her apartment. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p>The staff of the Villa continue to keep in contact with Dianne and are there for her when she simply needs someone with whom to share her successes. </p> </strong></font><strong><font face="Gill Sans MT" size="3"> <p align="left">Dianne was in high school when both of her parents died in a tragic accident. As a result, she spent her final two years in high school being bounced back and forth between the homes of various family members. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">The uncertainty of not knowing if someone would take her in caused her such grief that she fell into depression. It got to a point that she could no longer function and she dropped out of school. </p> <p align="left">As a result, she has spent much of her life suffering with depression. Although she had been successfully treated with medication for many years, her depression grew worse in the fall of 2004. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">Dianne, 25, was referred to Catholic Charities’ Villa Guadalupe Transitional Housing program for assistance after she lost her job and her housing. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">While living at the Villa, Dianne found full time employment in an administrative position. She continued to live at the Villa and saved her earnings until she was able to "get back on her feet" and support herself. Eventually she was able to rent her own apartment.</p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">After leaving the Villa, Dianne wrote a thank-you letter to the Villa’s Staff. She said, </font><font face="Gill Sans MT" color="#325e9a" size="3">"I thank you for everything you did for me when I was in danger of losing what I’d been trying so hard to build for so long." </p> </font><font face="Gill Sans MT" size="3"> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">In her letter she continued to say that if it weren’t for the help she received she is certain that she would have easily slipped back into depression.</p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left">Dianne’s life continues to be positive: her medication keeps her stable, and she has kept both her job and her apartment. </p> <p align="left"></p> <p>The staff of the Villa continue to keep in contact with Dianne and are there for her when she simply needs someone with whom to share her successes. </p> </strong></font> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/art/?4 noemail@catholiccharities.org Thu, 08 Nov 2007 02:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/art/?3 <font size="3"> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"><span style="font-size: 10pt">Magaline and Ivan hoped that adoption would be the answer to their prayers. They knew that bringing a child into their home would add even more joy to their marriage of 18 years.</span></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"><span style="font-size: 10pt">After completing the adoption application process, the couple was well on their way to search for a suitable match. The couple’s first attempt to adopt a child fell through, but their social worker encouraged them not to give up hope. They continued to pray that God would answer their prayers of becoming parents.</span></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"><span style="font-size: 10pt">One month later, they learned of not one, not two, but three sisters who needed a home. The couple went to Livingston, Texas where Alyssa, who was 3 ½ years old at the time, and twin sisters Gabriela and Ayrianna, 2 ½, were living with a foster family. </span></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"><span style="font-size: 10pt">Their four older siblings had been placed in different foster homes. Magaline and Ivan did not want to separate the girls since Alyssa had just recently been reunited with her younger sisters. </span></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"><span style="font-size: 10pt">Naturally, there were some struggles in the beginning for the parents and the girls. Despite these minor adjustments, Magaline and Ivan talk openly about the adoption with the girls. </span></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"><span style="font-size: 10pt">When they ask about their birth mother, Magaline and Ivan explain that she was not always able to take care of them and that God answered the prayers of Mommy and Daddy by bringing the girls to their home. Magaline tells them, </span></span></font><strong><font color="#325e9a" size="3"><span style="font-family: Verdana"><span style="font-size: 10pt">"You don’t belong to my tummy, but you belong to my heart."</span></span></p> </strong></font><font size="3"> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"><span style="font-size: 10pt">Magaline and Ivan tell couples who are considering adoption how wonderful it is to be parents, how wonderful it is to give children love and care. </span></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"><span style="font-size: 10pt">For Magaline, the best part of having three daughters is going shopping together. The girls want to have clothes, jewelry and even lipstick, just like Mommy’s. The best part for Ivan is that he is king of a house, full of girls who love their Daddy.</span></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: Verdana"><span style="font-size: 10pt">Most of all, they both just love the sound of the girls calling them "Mommy and Daddy."</span></span></p> </font> <br><br>6-Nov-07 5:00 PM Plenty of Love to Go Around <font size="3"> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"><span style="font-size: 10pt">Magaline and Ivan hoped that adoption would be the answer to their prayers. They knew that bringing a child into their home would add even more joy to their marriage of 18 years.</span></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"><span style="font-size: 10pt">After completing the adoption application process, the couple was well on their way to search for a suitable match. The couple’s first attempt to adopt a child fell through, but their social worker encouraged them not to give up hope. They continued to pray that God would answer their prayers of becoming parents.</span></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"><span style="font-size: 10pt">One month later, they learned of not one, not two, but three sisters who needed a home. The couple went to Livingston, Texas where Alyssa, who was 3 ½ years old at the time, and twin sisters Gabriela and Ayrianna, 2 ½, were living with a foster family. </span></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"><span style="font-size: 10pt">Their four older siblings had been placed in different foster homes. Magaline and Ivan did not want to separate the girls since Alyssa had just recently been reunited with her younger sisters. </span></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"><span style="font-size: 10pt">Naturally, there were some struggles in the beginning for the parents and the girls. Despite these minor adjustments, Magaline and Ivan talk openly about the adoption with the girls. </span></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"><span style="font-size: 10pt">When they ask about their birth mother, Magaline and Ivan explain that she was not always able to take care of them and that God answered the prayers of Mommy and Daddy by bringing the girls to their home. Magaline tells them, </span></span></font><strong><font color="#325e9a" size="3"><span style="font-family: Verdana"><span style="font-size: 10pt">"You don’t belong to my tummy, but you belong to my heart."</span></span></p> </strong></font><font size="3"> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"><span style="font-size: 10pt">Magaline and Ivan tell couples who are considering adoption how wonderful it is to be parents, how wonderful it is to give children love and care. </span></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"><span style="font-size: 10pt">For Magaline, the best part of having three daughters is going shopping together. The girls want to have clothes, jewelry and even lipstick, just like Mommy’s. The best part for Ivan is that he is king of a house, full of girls who love their Daddy.</span></span></p> <p align="left"><span style="font-family: Verdana"></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: Verdana"><span style="font-size: 10pt">Most of all, they both just love the sound of the girls calling them "Mommy and Daddy."</span></span></p> </font> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/art/?3 noemail@catholiccharities.org Tue, 06 Nov 2007 23:00:00 GMT Articles http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/art/?2 <p align="left"><span>Although she was embarrassed, nervous and a bit scared, 35 year-old Carol was very anxious to provide food for two-year-old son Scott.</span></p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left"><span>At the recommendation of a friend Carol sought out help at the Catholic Charities food pantry in Texas City. </span></p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left"><span>Overwhelmed with emotion and with tears in her eyes, Carol walked in and said, </span><strong><span>"I really just don't know where else to go."</span></strong></p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left"><span>She explained to the food pantry staff that she was undergoing cancer treatment for a brain tumor. The doctors had tried every available option without success and finally decided that she must have surgery to remove the tumor. </span></p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left"><span>Eventually, Carol had to quit her job because she spent so much time in and out of the hospital. She was forced to live on her savings, but when these were all gone, she found herself unable to continue on her own. Her utilities were past due and she was on the verge of being evicted. Her health continued to worsen because she barely ate, instead saving her food for Scott. </span></p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left"><span>The staff determined that Carol qualified for a government sponsored program that helps families like hers. Not only did Carol receive food for her son, she received an entire month's rent, and was assisted with finding other resources that would pay her utilities.</span></p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left"><span>Meanwhile, the surgery to remove the brain tumor took a toll on Carol, rendering her unable to talk for a time, and causing her to experience severe memory loss. </span></p> <p align="left"><span>However, the Texas City staff kept in touch with her family and reminded them of her appointment dates for food and rental assistance. Her son Scott became so used to the monthly visits that he often walked in saying, "Hi, can you give my mama some food please?" </span></p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left"><span>Thankfully, Carol is on the road to full recovery. She says, of the Texas City staff: </span><strong><em><span>"Just knowing they were there for me was such a weight off my shoulders. I know that I can just call if I ever need help again."</span></em></strong></p> <br><br>6-Nov-07 5:00 PM Texas City – A Beacon of Hope <p align="left"><span>Although she was embarrassed, nervous and a bit scared, 35 year-old Carol was very anxious to provide food for two-year-old son Scott.</span></p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left"><span>At the recommendation of a friend Carol sought out help at the Catholic Charities food pantry in Texas City. </span></p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left"><span>Overwhelmed with emotion and with tears in her eyes, Carol walked in and said, </span><strong><span>"I really just don't know where else to go."</span></strong></p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left"><span>She explained to the food pantry staff that she was undergoing cancer treatment for a brain tumor. The doctors had tried every available option without success and finally decided that she must have surgery to remove the tumor. </span></p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left"><span>Eventually, Carol had to quit her job because she spent so much time in and out of the hospital. She was forced to live on her savings, but when these were all gone, she found herself unable to continue on her own. Her utilities were past due and she was on the verge of being evicted. Her health continued to worsen because she barely ate, instead saving her food for Scott. </span></p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left"><span>The staff determined that Carol qualified for a government sponsored program that helps families like hers. Not only did Carol receive food for her son, she received an entire month's rent, and was assisted with finding other resources that would pay her utilities.</span></p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left"><span>Meanwhile, the surgery to remove the brain tumor took a toll on Carol, rendering her unable to talk for a time, and causing her to experience severe memory loss. </span></p> <p align="left"><span>However, the Texas City staff kept in touch with her family and reminded them of her appointment dates for food and rental assistance. Her son Scott became so used to the monthly visits that he often walked in saying, "Hi, can you give my mama some food please?" </span></p> <p align="left"></p> <p align="left"><span>Thankfully, Carol is on the road to full recovery. She says, of the Texas City staff: </span><strong><em><span>"Just knowing they were there for me was such a weight off my shoulders. I know that I can just call if I ever need help again."</span></em></strong></p> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/art/?2 noemail@catholiccharities.org Tue, 06 Nov 2007 23:00:00 GMT Release http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/rel/?14 <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">Catholic Charities has been serving seniors for over 20 years.&nbsp;Catholic Charities is seeking volunteers of all ages, denominations and backgrounds to help fill a need in the senior community.&nbsp;This first-of-its-kind training program will educate and train volunteers to understand case management with seniors.&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">“Many seniors want to stay and live independently in their own homes,” said Ester Valladares clinical coordinator at Catholic Charities.&nbsp;&nbsp;Valladares further went on to explain how seniors living on a fixed incomes often make the difficult decision of whether or not to purchase their medication or pay for food and utilities.&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">“For many seniors, daily living can become difficult,” she said.&nbsp;In addition to finances, Valladares added the physical weakness of a senior often hinders their ability to care for their own household making daily chores almost impossible.&nbsp;</p> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">&nbsp;<br> Georgia is an example of one of many seniors living independently.&nbsp;At 84 years old Georgia is able to enjoy living on her own with the help of volunteers.&nbsp;After losing her husband to Alzheimer’s two years ago, Georgia says receiving counseling and help with groceries and yard work from volunteers makes her life easier.&nbsp;</div> <div style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">&nbsp;</div> <p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt">The informational meeting will be held at 9:30 am, August 8, 2008 at St. Lawrence Parish located at 3100 Sweetwater Boulevard in Sugar Land. Training will include in-class education as well as home visits with Case Managers. Volunteers will be certified to make a meaningful difference for the local senior community.&nbsp;</p> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/rel/?14 noemail@catholiccharities.org Wed, 23 Jul 2008 21:00:00 GMT Release http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/rel/?3 <div><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Verdana">Poverty never takes a holiday. Somewhere in our community this Christmas, there is a child who is hungry, a breadwinner out of a job, or an elderly person in need of a helping hand.&nbsp;<br> <br> This year Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston asks that you “Share Your Blessings” and <a href="/attachments/wysiwyg/1/angelsponsorform.doc">become an Angel Sponsor</a>. Catholic Charities has identified more than 4,500 clients in need of the most basic items such as food, clothing, grocery gift cards, personal hygiene items, household items and toys. <br> <br> Angel Sponsors have the option of choosing to sponsor an individual or family or make a financial contribution. Angels wanting to sponsor an individual or family should fill out an&nbsp;<a href="/attachments/wysiwyg/1/angelsponsorform.doc">Angel Sponsor form</a> and return it to Catholic Charities. Catholic Charities will then send Angel Sponsors a client wish list.<br> <br> Angel Sponsors simply wanting to give a small gift for general distribution can also drop off items during Catholic Charities Drop-off Day scheduled for Tuesday, November 27, 2007 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.&nbsp;<br> <br> For more information contact <a href="smireles@catholiccharities.org">Sylvia Mireles</a> at 713.526.4611.&nbsp; </span></div> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/rel/?3 noemail@catholiccharities.org Mon, 26 Nov 2007 21:00:00 GMT Release http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/rel/?5 Catholic Charities CDC Do you want to experience the pride of owning your own home? Under Mayor Bill Whites Houston Hope initiative, and as part of a tremendous community effort, Catholic Charities CDC is planning to build 40-plus affordable homes in the Independence Heights area. These homes range from $85,000 to $91,000. In addition, families may qualify for up to $30,000 towards the purchase of a home. Affordable monthly payments, with down payment assistance Three floor plans to choose from Energy-efficient Convenient locations Near parks and recreation facilities Close to HISD schools To get started contact Regina Dixon, Housing Counselor, at 713.874.6736 or info@catholiccharitiescdc.org. http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/rel/?5 noemail@catholiccharities.org Mon, 26 Nov 2007 14:00:00 GMT Release http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/rel/?1 Charity Navigator announced today that Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston is one of three Houston area agencies to receive its highest four-star ranking for six consecutive years. Catholic Charities is among only 45 organizations nationwide recognized for having the most efficient and effective operations. According to Catholic Charities&#8217; President Bonna Kol, Catholic Charities is called to serve as a good steward - not only for the clients we serve, but also for our donors, volunteers and the community at large. The Charity Navigator rating indicates that Catholic Charities continues to practice sound financial management while providing quality services to clients. &#8220;We are humbled by this recognition and view it as a reminder of the great responsibility we have for the children, individuals, and families in our community,&#8221; Kol said. Charity Navigator guides intelligent giving by examining the fiscal performance of more than 5,000... http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/rel/?1 noemail@catholiccharities.org Tue, 17 Jul 2007 17:00:00 GMT Directories http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/dir/?1 <p>Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit, sed diem nonummynibh euismod tincidunt ut lacreet dolore magna aliguam erat volutpat. Ut wisis enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exerci tution ullamcorper suscipit lobortis nisl ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. 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Duis te <br /><div class="vcard"> <span class="fn">kim </span><br /> </div> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/dir/?1 Thu, 29 Jun 2006 19:36:10 GMT Content Managers http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cms/?93 Contact Person: Beth Zarate Email: bzarate@catholiccharities.org Phone: 713-874-6654 Fax 713-874-6787 Contact Person: Dr. Joe Rubio Phone: 713-874-6657 Services Provided The Parish Social Ministry (PSM) of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Galveston-Houston is a unique partnership between parishes in the Diocese and Catholic Charities. PSM provides education, leadership training, networking, and resources for local parish and community leaders, empowering them to serve the most vulnerable in their communities through the five elements of the Churchs social teachings and mission: direct service, legislative advocacy, community organizing, justice and peace/ global solidarity and Catholic social teaching formation. In addition we offer the Parish Social Ministry Certificate Programs: A formation program is designed primarily for persons interested in social ministry in a parish setting. It is a gospel-centered program for leadership people, making them aware of the... http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cms/?93 Thu, 07 Aug 2008 20:41:37 GMT Content Managers http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cms/?250 Program Name: Serenity House Location: Central Facility Division: Community Outreach A Program of Community Services for Independence (CSI) Contact Person: Denise Diaz Goal of Service To provide affordable and temporary housing for out-of-town patients receiving treatment in the Texas Medical Center. History of Program/How Long In Existence As the Texas Medical Center’s patient services went from predominantly inpatient to outpatient treatment, this program was developed to meet the increased demand for affordable temporary housing for out-of-town patients and their families. Serenity House became a program of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston in 1990. Services Provided Serenity House provides low cost, temporary housing for out-of-town patients and their families who are receiving outpatient medical treatment. Serenity House is part of coalition of churches that provides housing assistance. To date, the coalition has... http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cms/?250 Wed, 06 Aug 2008 20:29:43 GMT Content Managers http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cms/?387 Program Name: Services to the Alone and Frail Elderly (SAFE) Location: Central Facility Division: Community Outreach A Program of Community Services for Independence (CSI) Contact Person: Denise Diaz Goal of Service To enhance quality of life for elders living inside the 610 loop and to the extent possible, assist clients to remain in the home of their choice as long as possible. History of Program/How Long In Existence This program began over 20 years ago as a friendly visitor program to home bound seniors residing in the inner city. The primary focus was on the basic needs of the elderly, such as transportation for medical appointments and grocery shopping. It eventually became a program of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston and currently receives operating funds from the United Way of the Texas Gulf Coast. Services Provided Comprehensive in-home assessments, escort and transportation to medical appointments,... http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cms/?387 Wed, 06 Aug 2008 20:28:54 GMT Content Managers http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cms/?79 Program Name: AIDS Ministry Location: 2900 Louisiana Division: Community Outreach A Program of Community Services for Independence (CSI) Contact Person: Denise Diaz Goal of Service To provide services in a holistic manner to those suffering from HIV/AIDS while promoting self-sufficiency. History of Program/How Long In Existence Diocesan AIDS Ministry was founded in 1988 by Bishop Joseph A. Fiorenza in the Catholic Diocese of Galveston-Houston to provide a compassionate response and to serve persons with HIV/AIDS, their families, and loved ones. The Ministry became a program of the Community Outreach Division of Catholic Charities in 1996. This program strives to provide a compassionate, non-judgmental response and help clients to be as self-sufficient as possible. Services Provided Case management, spiritual support, HIV education and one-time financial assistance. Eligibility Criteria (Age, etc.) General: Proof of HIV+ status At least... http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cms/?79 Wed, 06 Aug 2008 20:28:25 GMT Content Managers http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cms/?364 Program Name: Family Counseling Division: Children and Family Services Services Provided The program provides individual, group, family and couples therapy, life skills seminars, and intensive workshops targeting family relationships and individual functioning. Services are available in English and Spanish. Calendar of upcoming workshops and life skills seminars. How To Access Contact Person: Lena Estrada Contact the Family Counseling Intake line at 713.874.6590 or 866-649-5862 for more information and to schedule at any counseling location. Eligibility Criteria (Age, etc.) The program serves a diverse population of children, families, singles, and couples regardless of race, religion, or socioeconomic status. Geographic Service Area/Location Counseling services are provided at the following locations: Central 2900 Louisiana St., Houston, TX 77006 Southwest Ft. Bend County United Way Service Center 10435 Greenbough Blvd., #200, Stafford, TX 77477 ... http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cms/?364 Wed, 06 Aug 2008 15:11:45 GMT Content Managers http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cms/?21 <div>From teens in turmoil to parents with difficulties with anger to a couple struggling to keep their marriage together, families have many things to deal with on a daily basis.&nbsp;<a href="http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cms/?364">Counseling&nbsp;Services </a>may be a viable option in working through problems.<br> </div> <ul> <li>Learn more about&nbsp;<a href="http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cms/?364">Counseling&nbsp;Services&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>For information about volunteer opportunities <a href="/en/cms/?530">click here</a>.</li> <li><a href="http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/calendarevents/monthly.asp">Calendar</a>&nbsp;of upcoming workshops and life skills seminars.<br> <br> <span style="font-style: italic">Catholic Charities... providing hope, creating help.</span><br> &nbsp;<br> &nbsp;<br> <br> </li> </ul> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cms/?21 Wed, 06 Aug 2008 15:10:03 GMT Content Managers http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cms/?179 Catholic Charities is currently accepting applications in various disciplines. We offer an environment that values diverse backgrounds and qualities of our employees, and recognizes performance. Our competitive benefits package includes health, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, FLEX plan, 401(k), pension plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and credit union. We are committed to People of faith helping people in need achieve self-sufficiency. Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer. HR Online Contact Information: All interested candidates should send a letter of interest indicating which position he or she is applying for, a resume and salary requirements to Catholic Charities, Attn.: Human Resources, P.O. Box 66508, Houston, TX 77266, or email at humanresources@catholiccharities.org Positions Available: As of August 1, 2008 Case Worker (Part Time) An exciting opportunity working with our Senior Services... http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cms/?179 Fri, 01 Aug 2008 22:56:24 GMT Content Managers http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cms/?74 Program Name: Unaccompanied Refugee Minors Location: Off-site; Contact Michelle Mitchell Division: Children and Family Services Contact Person: Michelle Mitchell, Supervisor Goal of Service The Unaccompanied Refugee Minor Program works to ensure that residents have their medical, dental, psychological, and legal needs addressed within 90 days of placement; participate in English as a Second Language (ESL), life skills, tutorials, and social activities; and were placed in age-appropriate living situations upon leaving the program. History of Program/How long in Existence The program involves two components, individual foster homes and an agency home called St. Jerome Emiliani’s Homes for Children. The program has placed minors by referral only from United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) since February 2003. USCCB identified a need for an Unaccompanied Refugee Minor program in Texas and requested for Catholic Charities to provide that program... http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cms/?74 Mon, 28 Jul 2008 17:55:42 GMT Content Managers http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cms/?839 <div><font face="Arial" size="2"><span class="081580715-03032008" style="font-size: 8pt">Catholic Charities CDC to begin building affordble single-family homes. Open House set for July 21,2008. </span></font> <div> <div> <div> <div><a href="http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/rel/?5"> <div>»&nbsp;more</div> </a></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cms/?839 Thu, 10 Jul 2008 15:43:32 GMT Content Managers http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cms/?510 <p>Long-term volunteers must be at least 14 years of age. </p> <div>Prospective Volunteers and/or Interns submit a&nbsp;General Volunteer application.&nbsp;</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Please note </div> <ul> <li>Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston will conduct a criminal background and <a href="http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cms/?1116">reference check</a>. <li>Beginning in January of 2008, an orientations will be held from 6-7:30 p.m. on the Third Wednesday of every month to acquaint new volunteers with the mission and opportunities at Catholic Charities.&nbsp; All orientations are conducted at Catholic Charities, 2900 Louisiana, Houston 77006. <span style="color: #ff0000">Please call Volunteer Services at (713)874-6727 or e-mail </span><a href="&#109;&#97;&#105;&#108;&#116;&#111;&#58;&#110;&#109;&#101;&#114;&#99;&#97;&#100;&#111;&#64;&#99;&#97;&#116;&#104;&#111;&#108;&#105;&#99;&#99;&#104;&#97;&#114;&#105;&#116;&#105;&#101;&#115;&#46;&#111;&#114;&#103;">nmercado@catholiccharities.org</a>&nbsp;<span style="color: #ff0000">to register for available orientations. </span> <li>Every volunteer that works with children for an extended period of time is required to attend the&nbsp;<a href="http://www.virtus.org" target="_blank">VIRTUS</a> training within three months of placement.<br> &nbsp;<br> For more information contact&nbsp;<a href="&#109;&#97;&#105;&#108;&#116;&#111;&#58;&#110;&#109;&#101;&#114;&#99;&#97;&#100;&#111;&#64;&#99;&#97;&#116;&#104;&#111;&#108;&#105;&#99;&#99;&#104;&#97;&#114;&#105;&#116;&#105;&#101;&#115;&#46;&#111;&#114;&#103;">Nancy Mercado</a> at 713.874.6727.<br> &nbsp;<br> &nbsp;<br> <span>Catholic Charities...&nbsp; providing help, creating hope.</span> </li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <strong><em><font color="#000080"> <p><br> &nbsp;</p> </font></em></strong> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/cms/?510 Tue, 08 Jul 2008 15:48:50 GMT Survey http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/sur/?3 Objectives: <div><font color="#000000">Catholic Charities was so blessed with all of the help and support you provided during our annual Share Your Blessings Gift Giving program.<br> &nbsp;</font> <div>This year we spread the word about our program in a variety of venues and we are eager to know how you found out about our agency. </div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Please take this quick survey that we hope will better help us next year in spreading the good news about Catholic Charities. </div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Blessing to you and yours in this New Year!</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Sincerely, </div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Sylvia Mireles</div> </div> <br><br>Release Date: 31-Jan-08 4:00 PM<br>Expiration Date: 31-Jan-08 4:00 PM<br><div><font color="#000000">Catholic Charities was so blessed with all of the help and support you provided during our annual Share Your Blessings Gift Giving program.<br> &nbsp;</font> <div>This year we spread the word about our program in a variety of venues and we are eager to know how you found out about our agency. </div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Please take this quick survey that we hope will better help us next year in spreading the good news about Catholic Charities. </div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Blessing to you and yours in this New Year!</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Sincerely, </div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Sylvia Mireles</div> </div> http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/sur/?3 noemail@catholiccharities.org Thu, 31 Jan 2008 22:00:00 GMT Survey http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/sur/?2 Objectives: <div><font color="#000000">Catholic Charities was so blessed with all of the help and support you provided during our annual Share Your Blessings Gift Giving program.<br> &nbsp;</font> <div>This year we spread the word about our program in a variety of venues and we are eager to know how you found out about our agency. </div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Please take this quick survey that we hope will better help us next year in spreading the good news about Catholic Charities. </div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Blessing to you and yours in this New Year!</div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Sincerely, </div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>Sylvia Mireles</div> </div> <br><br>Release Date: 31-Jan-08 4:00 PM<br>Expiration Date: 31-Jan-08 4:00 PM<br><table width="100%" border="0"> <tbody> <tr valign="top"> <td class="bold_body_copy" colspan="2"> <table width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td width="95%">2. 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Duis te feugifacilisi per suscipit lobortis nisl ut aliquip ex en commodo consequat.Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit, sed diem nonummy nibh euismod tincidunt ut lacreet dolore magna aliguam erat volutpat. </p> <p>Ut wisis enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exerci http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/sur/?1 noemail@catholiccharities.org Thu, 29 Jun 2006 19:36:09 GMT photos http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/photos/v/540/ <img src ="/tpeople/wwwCatholicCharities4.1/jchappell/photos/540/200-m.JPG" /><br>File uploaded by Julissa Guerrero Chappell. <br><br> 200 File uploaded by Julissa Guerrero Chappell. http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/photos/v/540/ Thu, 07 Aug 2008 21:50:39 GMT photos http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/photos/v/539/ <img src ="/tpeople/wwwCatholicCharities4.1/jchappell/photos/539/199-m.JPG" /><br>File uploaded by Julissa Guerrero Chappell. <br><br> 199 File uploaded by Julissa Guerrero Chappell. http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/photos/v/539/ Thu, 07 Aug 2008 21:50:39 GMT photos http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/photos/v/538/ <img src ="/tpeople/wwwCatholicCharities4.1/jchappell/photos/538/198-m.JPG" /><br>File uploaded by Julissa Guerrero Chappell. <br><br> 198 File uploaded by Julissa Guerrero Chappell. http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/photos/v/538/ Thu, 07 Aug 2008 21:50:39 GMT photos http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/photos/v/537/ <img src ="/tpeople/wwwCatholicCharities4.1/jchappell/photos/537/197-m.JPG" /><br>File uploaded by Julissa Guerrero Chappell. <br><br> 197 File uploaded by Julissa Guerrero Chappell. http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/photos/v/537/ Thu, 07 Aug 2008 21:50:39 GMT photos http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/photos/v/536/ <img src ="/tpeople/wwwCatholicCharities4.1/jchappell/photos/536/196-m.JPG" /><br>File uploaded by Julissa Guerrero Chappell. <br><br> 196 File uploaded by Julissa Guerrero Chappell. http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/photos/v/536/ Thu, 07 Aug 2008 21:50:39 GMT photos http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/photos/v/535/ <img src ="/tpeople/wwwCatholicCharities4.1/jchappell/photos/535/195-m.JPG" /><br>File uploaded by Julissa Guerrero Chappell. <br><br> 195 File uploaded by Julissa Guerrero Chappell. http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/photos/v/535/ Thu, 07 Aug 2008 21:50:39 GMT photos http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/photos/v/534/ <img src ="/tpeople/wwwCatholicCharities4.1/jchappell/photos/534/194-m.JPG" /><br>File uploaded by Julissa Guerrero Chappell. <br><br> 194 File uploaded by Julissa Guerrero Chappell. http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/photos/v/534/ Thu, 07 Aug 2008 21:50:39 GMT photos http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/photos/v/533/ <img src ="/tpeople/wwwCatholicCharities4.1/jchappell/photos/533/193-m.JPG" /><br>File uploaded by Julissa Guerrero Chappell. <br><br> 193 File uploaded by Julissa Guerrero Chappell. http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/photos/v/533/ Thu, 07 Aug 2008 21:50:39 GMT photos http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/photos/v/532/ <img src ="/tpeople/wwwCatholicCharities4.1/jchappell/photos/532/192-m.JPG" /><br>File uploaded by Julissa Guerrero Chappell. <br><br> 192 File uploaded by Julissa Guerrero Chappell. http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/photos/v/532/ Thu, 07 Aug 2008 21:50:39 GMT photos http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/photos/v/531/ <img src ="/tpeople/wwwCatholicCharities4.1/jchappell/photos/531/191-m.JPG" /><br>File uploaded by Julissa Guerrero Chappell. <br><br> 191 File uploaded by Julissa Guerrero Chappell. http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/photos/v/531/ Thu, 07 Aug 2008 21:50:39 GMT Courses http://www.catholiccharities.org/en/courses/view.asp?courseid=1
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