Brunch Hygiene Drive

by | September 25, 2023 | Current Newsletter, Newsletter, Support Us, Volunteer | 0 Comments

Pat Smith was reading the last newsletter when she was inspired by the opportunity for a hygiene drive. Instead of asking for donations from those in her community, she hosted a brunch. Pat invited 13 friends to her home and enjoyed time together while they each...
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#RunServeLift Outpace Poverty 5K

by | September 5, 2023 | Current Newsletter, Newsletter, Outpace Poverty | 0 Comments

#RunServeLift The Outpace Poverty 5K Run/Walk is an annual event, this year held on September 30th at Avila University. People of all ages come together to run or walk with the common goal of fighting poverty in our community. Participants can sign up individually or...
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Mabee Challenge

by | September 5, 2023 | Current Newsletter, New Post, Newsletter, Pantry | 0 Comments

July brought some wonderful news for the south Kansas City Serve&Lift Center food pantry. The J.E and L.E. Mabee Foundation, well known for supporting capital projects that benefit communities throughout Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arkansas, Missouri, and Kansas,...
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The power of prayer: from the perspective of Catholic Charities’ staff

by | September 5, 2023 | Current Newsletter, Employment Services, Newsletter | 0 Comments

Mother Teresa’s work came from a deeply held belief about the way God sees the world, and how He wants it to be. Certainly, when living in the grip of poverty, people can feel like they are invisible, hopeless, and even worthless….. and saints like Mother Teresa are...
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The Social Butterflies Program: Inspiring Love, Hope and Faith

by | September 5, 2023 | Current Newsletter, Newsletter | 0 Comments

It’s been said that parenting is the hardest job you will ever love. There are all the joys of hugs and seeing the world through a child’s wondrous eyes. There are also all the challenges and worries – for physical health, mental development that will lead to academic...
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Hygiene Items Offer Dignity — Consider a Drive.

by | August 6, 2023 | Current Newsletter, New Post, Newsletter, Stories, Welcome Center | 0 Comments

Nora awakens to a bead of sweat running down her face. She arose to the spring heat wave, and her air conditioner is off as it is too costly to operate. This past month has been rough. Incidental expenses have cropped up, including a $55 flat tire that also caused her...
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Shirley Luke Schnell: A Life of Compassion and Generosity

by | July 30, 2023 | Current Newsletter, New Post, Newsletter, Stories | 0 Comments

Shirley Luke Schnell was a local talented artist and dedicated, curious, and creative art teacher who made a significant impact on the art world and the lives of her students. Her work has been shown throughout the United States and in Canada, Japan, and Ireland. She...
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My Journey from a Wrongful Conviction to a Meaningful Life

by | July 16, 2023 | Current Newsletter, New Post, Newsletter, Stories, Welcome Center | 0 Comments

On December 31st, 1981, Judy Henderson was arrested for murder and the trial that followed found her guilty of capital murder with a sentence of life in prison without parole for 50 years. When speaking of that night, Judy says “Because of my choices of being with the...
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At times, God writes straight in crooked lines.

by | June 18, 2023 | Current Newsletter, Employment Services, New Post, Newsletter, Stories | 0 Comments

  Involvement with the justice system often starts with barriers thrown up by poverty. Lack of life’s basic necessities  - food and shelter – leads to feelings of helplessness and hopelessness. In turn those lead to seeking a solution at any cost. Substance abuse...
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Celebration of Hope Artfully Raises $1.3 Million

by | June 15, 2023 | Current Newsletter, New Post, Newsletter, Outreach & Engagement | 0 Comments

Surrounded by magnificent works of art, the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art’s Kirkwood Hall was at capacity for Catholic Charities’ annual Celebration of Hope Gala on April 29. Chaired by Peggy and Terry Dunn, the enchanting evening brought in over $1.3 million for our...
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