He was a priest and he helped Sluh to become the first Jesuit college to allow African Americans

Recently I have found hope in the constant community and love that Christ gives us. We are always his chosen people and he never forgets about any of us. He…

My dad knew i was really stressed and having a bad day so he wrote me an email telling me to take a deep breath and breath. that everything was…

I was really tired at night and had a hard day and my dad came in at night to tell me my sister wanted to sleep with my dog. I…

Saying prays help me to remember that God always has plans for us, and what ever your going though your not alone. My friend Emmy always reminds me of that.

My friend Sofia has truly made a difference in my life. She will always listen to everything I have to say, and never judges. She gives me advice and has…

I recently stopped doing dive because of too many conflicts/ prioritizes and I have an audition coming up. I am trying to trust in Gods plan that hopefully this audition…

I was having a bad day, and i just got back from a bad practice. I went over to my grandparents house to drop something off, but i didn’t want…

Recently I was really struggling with a lot of guilt and weight I was putting on myself due to the loss of a friendship, and I remember as I was…

My mom has really made an impact on my life especially recently, she just had surgery an is one of the strongest people I know. She continues to show me…

One day I was feeling very stressed out, and a friend of mine reached out to me and offered to pray with me.

While worried about a situation, I reached out to my friend who comforted me and gave me hope in the stressful situation.

My friend helped me realize that even if there is distance between us no time can pass as long as we keep in touch. That gave me hope that our…

At my church there is an older priest who has been in the hospital for a while with heart issues, even in this hard time he was hopeful that God…

This person made me feel seen and loved by showing little virtues like patience and kindness to me. I was having a rough day and they came to me with…

My grandma is patient and always makes sure I am okay and that I know I am loved

My barista handed my drink to me personally with a smile.

While our friend Terry had cancer, she pushed through for so long to the point where it was very painful and she was very ill. After a year of fighting,…

We got a call from my grandma and she said she had chest pain, which had been going on and off for a few weeks. She had all the symptoms…

finley allowed my to talk about my problems to her and reminded me to pray and trust that God has plans for my life

I got to spend thanksgiving with my Aunt and Uncle that live in California. I was very thankful and blessed to be able to spend it with them, when I…

I was having a very bad day and i had wanted to get a coffee while walking a homeless man came up to me and started praying and saying that…

I spent thanksgiving with my family and it made me so thankful for all of the people that are around me all of the time.

My grandma was kind and drove me to the ymca.

My brother, tim, has given me significant hope through believing in me, and always pushing me to do my absolute best.

At a church summer camp I found hope for a strong Christian community. Everybody there was kind and welcoming, and they helped guide me in my faith

Me and my friends went hiking with our families and we got lost. We were very scared but then this kind family helped to take us back to the parking…

I loved abroad in Poland for 2 years and I told myself that I would enjoy the experience and appreciate it and I had hope that by the end of…

When I was at youth group and I was sitting in the chapel I felt very connected with God. I felt a sense of hope in the Lord and that…

My friend has been going through so much. she got diagnosed with type 1 diabetes as a kid, and her grandpa just died. her grandma also has brain tumor. she…

Becoming friends it gave us hope knowing that we always have one another. 😊😊

When she was going through a rough time she eventually found God and had hope through her struggles because of him.

my mom is always there for me no matter what and she gives me hope that i can keep going despite things going on in my life

Recently I went through a hard time where I felt very alone and like my thoughts were consuming me. When I told my friends about this they came through and…

The held open a door for me when I had a lot of stuff in my hands.

she said that I was funny and I always made her laugh and it gave me hope that I was a good person

when i was going through one of the hardest times in my life where i thought i might not make it to the next day one of my teachers gave…

I experienced hope this past thanksgiving. I am so lucky to have all of my family members healthy and have a good relationship with all of my family.

When I was at Black Friday when everyone is stressed and running around this older man who was alone was on the escalator above me. And he had a Christmas…

I dropped my lunchbox and my friend who I barely get to talk to picked it up and was so sweet because she didn’t have to do that but it…

My mom always cares for me and makes me feel loved no matter what.

I experienced hope when I had hope to help others and that others would use my hope to help others as well

I was struggling with school and freinds and so I went to one of my best friends and she talked to me about how there is still hope in the…

When my family was sick, my mom spent her entire day and night helping my little siblings feel better even when she herself was not well. This gave me hope…

One time i was working at a summer camp and a worker gave me a card that said jesus loved me. I wasn’t in the best place so that lifted…

I was struggling and they prayed over me and gave me advice

On thanksgiving, my grandpa was not feeling well but, the day before he started to feel better and ended up making it to dinner. Very grateful.

I recently went back to my home town and one of my friends and I went to dinner and for a minute I have thought that I don’t belong, but…

We lit a candle and sang songs.

They said encouraging words that made my day.

While waiting out the sirens with about 350 of my best friends and co-workers in the basement of the school (110 year old structure), there was a lot if anxiety…

kylie is a beacon of light to all around her, her smile lights up a room and her laugh involves all. a faithful follower, she continues in her walk towards…

This morning after Mass at Assumption Parish, I captured the most beautiful moment as Fr. Buehler (VERY tall priest) knelt down outside of church to talk to three young kids…

Quinns has really become my best friend. We just graduated. When my sister gave me the coin as a grad gift I knew exactly who to give it too. Quinns…

When we saw the donation to our Tornado Relief Fund from the 8th Grade class from St. Gerard Majella, and the APT, we had to share. This gift was “leftover…

Hope Comes in a Cup of Lemonade In the heart of North City, where storms left destruction, a different kind of storm was brewing — one of compassion, courage, and…

Today I witnessed so many hearts connecting with care and compassion all through the gentle spirit of A VERY GIFTED Catholic Charities rep who was greeting tornado victims with warmth…

The day of the tornado, my husband and I wee curing up a 30ft maple tree that fell in our yard. S many people stopped to help us clear the…

For the past few years, faith and hope have been bountiful during Adult Faith-Sharing sessions at St. John Vianney High School. These Faith-Sharing gatherings have been organized and facilitated by…

She graduated high school and is going on to study nursing at Rockhurst with a full ride!!

Hope came alive in a conversation with Hector Molina, Zip Rzeppa, Jared Smyth, and Deacons Tyler McClay and Brian Selsor. We explored how Catholic Charities can do more than respond…

At Girls Night Out Loud with Joy-FM 99.1, I had the privilege of meeting a beautiful mother named Riley. She was glowing with love and pride as she told me…

They said in the songs something inspiring

Today I visited with Maria, Ella (St Joseph’s Academy), and Nick and Patrick (St John Vianney High School). I reflected with them on their service with Catholic Charities’ Ministry at…

Today I experienced hope from a neighbor who actually needs it from us. She was standing at the corner holding a sign asking for help, so I grabbed a bottled…

Teresa has always been kind to me. She has a bubbly personality that shines even when she is struggling. She raises her two kids with so much love in her…

A student heard a presentation from a very courageous woman and was inspired to paint the woman’s portrait.

Rhonda is a police officer and she is constantly helping to save lives. But even with her busy schedule she still makes time to see family.

Eileen curated her first art exhibit The Sun Is Still There Even Behind The Clouds featuring women artists of color from four continents. Telling stories through various media, reaching back…

Senior HR People Leaders asked, What does ministry mean to you? An excellent thought-provoking competency-based interview question! It really resonates with my holistic approach to delivering HR services to employees….

I gave a coin to Vicky because she is the first person I see every morning when coming to work. Vicky is very friendly, has a way with the public…

I gave my coin to Beverly Austin because she is a great manager. I noticed that she is always buying lunch for her staff. She is a great listener, a…

I gave my coin to Bailey because I notices what a kind and giving person she is. Not only is she a great manager, but I noticed how her staff…

Randy Eaton and his group of Elk’s volunteers deliver more than 400 backpacks of food EVERY WEEK to children at several Washington County schools. A ministry he’s seen grow from…

When an angry hornet found its way into my office, Walker came and killed it for me without making me feel bad for being scared of it. It is nice…

This lady will drop everything to help you. She takes care of everyone more than herself. She has a heart of gold. She does not realize what she means to…

Mike not only help the students at St. Joseph Imperial he helped a lady that was crying and sat and talked to her and gave her a tissue. He is…

Assumption Life Teen was preparing for their Luke18 retreat for the 8th graders who will be confirmed this spring. That weekend, during a 9am-9pm prep day, the teens were working…

Salt and Light Club members, consisting of middle school students, spent time after school making 100 blessing bags (a bag of personal care items, snacks, and a note) for the…

On vacation I met a woman on the beach praying the rosary. I had just finished my Hallow session for the day and as it was on prayer, I thought…

Kellie embodies what true service means both to our Residents and coworkers. I recently received a call from a Resident who was very complimentary of Kellie and how accommodating she…

This morning after Mass at Assumption Church in South County, I was encouraged to see the parishioners generously giving toiletry items to Saint Martha’s, a ministry of Catholic Charities. Way…

My coworker and friend, Diana, cheered me up today with three warm hugs. That’s really all I needed. Life brings enough challenges. Sometimes, all you really need is a hug…she…

Natalie is a Swansea, IL resident and is running for local Trustee. She gave me hope by taking time to have a conversation that did not involve politics or some…

Alex Suarez is one of my best friends. For the last ten years, he’s been a constant presence in my life—first as a colleague, then as a roommate, an entrepreneur,…