Helping Those in Need during this Christmas Season | |
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Dear Friends of Catholic Charities,
As you and your friends gather to celebrate the joy of Jesus’ birth, I hope you will remember how grateful we are for your support of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Wilmington. From feeding the hungry to helping young mothers and their babies, the working poor, the homeless and low-income seniors, Catholic Charities is there to bring aid and comfort in Jesus’ name.
You make miracles happen through your gifts to Catholic Charities. You give hope where hope is needed. You bring comfort to those who are suffering. You shine the light of Christ in the darkest places.
We at Catholic Charities are so grateful for your willingness to answer Christ’s call to serve. And as the need in our Diocese continues, we pray that you will consider making a Christmas donation of $75, $113, or even $150 or more during this Season of Giving.
Your generous Christmas gift to Catholic Charities will go immediately to help someone in desperate need and provide Christmas blessings to:
…A single mother with three young children like Brittany who found herself unable to pay rent and provide for her family’s basic needs while waiting for her nursing license to be approved. To fill the gap, Brittany called on Catholic Charities for help. Catholic Charities provided rental assistance to keep the family housed and fed until Brittany’s license came through and she could secure employment as a nursing assistant.
…a lonely widow like Beverly who was burdened by grief and struggling to make ends meet without her husband. With a heavy heart, she reached out to Catholic Charities for financial assistance with her utility bills. Not only did Catholic Charities help her keep the power on, we also provided with her the compassionate companionship she desperately needed. We gave Beverly a renewed sense of hope in her darkest hour.
…A hungry family like Kevin, Margaret, and their three children, who suddenly found themselves in dire straits because of a job loss. They turned to Catholic Charities to keep food on the table while Kevin searched for a new job. Thanks to this lifeline, they eventually found their footing once more, proving that in times of adversity, Catholic Charities is a beacon of light and sustenance.
From every corner of the Diocese, families and individuals call on Catholic Charities in their time of need. They turn to us when they have no one else to turn to … when friends and family cannot help … and when government aid is insufficient. Because of your support, we can be there for them when no one else can.
This Christmas and in the coming months, children, mothers, fathers, grandparents, and others will need to rely on us.
So please, give as generously as you can to Catholic Charities for Christmas. And as you consider how much to give, make room in your heart for the Holy Family – Mary, Joseph, and the infant Jesus – who gave hope to the world in the dark of night and with no room of their own.
Thank you for your generosity. And may God bless you at Christmas and in the year ahead.
Yours in Christ,
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Fritz Jones, Executive Director,
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Wilmington
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Through your donations, we provide faith-based critical direct care human services
to individuals and families in Delaware and Maryland’s Eastern Shore.
To make an online donation, click here. You can designate your gift to the ministry of your choice.
To mail a donation, make your check payable to Catholic Charities,
Diocese of Wilmington, and mail to P.O. Box 2030, Wilmington, DE 19899-2030.
Write the ministry of your choice on the memo line.
The Catholic Diocese of Wilmington is a 501©(3) religious institution.
Your gift to Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Wilmington is tax-deductible to the full extent of the law.
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Dear Santa,
We at Catholic Charities have been good by helping our community this year! Here are some things that we want for Christmas:
For Marydale Retirement Village, we wish for:
• Volunteers to drive residents to medical appointments on a weekly basis, on Mon, Wed & Fri. A van will be provided. The volunteer driver would need to pass volunteer screening procedures.
For Seton Center, we wish for:
• Donated building space in Princess Anne, MD, to expand Seton Center’s food pantry and thrift shop.
For Bayard House Infants & Toddlers, we wish for: (Please drop off unwrapped gifts by Dec 22)
• Infant: Diapers, size 2
• Child, Age 2: 3T Pull-ups, Clothing, size 3T, Musical toys, A Basketball
• Infant, 3 months old: Onesies, size 6-9 months, Toys appropriate for 3-12 months, Diapers, size 2-3
• Child, 18 months old: Socks, size 18-24 months, Learning toys, A Minnie Mouse Table set
• Infant, 6 months old: A Coat, Clothing, size 6-9 months
• Child, Age 2: Clothing, size 2T
For Bayard House Moms, we wish for:
• Age 20 - Jeans, Junior Size 0-2, Shirts, size Small, Coat
• Age 23 - Gift Cards or a Big Stroller
• Age 26 - Gift Cards, Perfume or lotion, Sweat pants, size Large
• Baby Video Monitor, Store Gift Cards to stores like Walmart, Carter's, etc.
Please bring your new, unwrapped gifts by December 22:
Attn: Leslie Williams
Catholic Charities
2601 W. 4th Street, Wilmington, DE 19805
Mon - Fri between 8:30am - 4:30pm
For questions, please contact Bayard House at 302-654-1184.
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Members of the New York Tenors, from left, Daniel Rodriguez, Andy Cooney and Christopher Macchio perform at Saint Mark’s High School, Sunday, December 10, 2023. Dialog photo/Don Blake | |
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New York Tenors Christmas Show A Big Hit for Crowd of 700!
Encores can be best and judging by the reaction of the audience watching the New York Tenors, the second time was the charm. About 700 people shook off the rain and arrived at Saint Mark’s High School December 10 for the “Sights and Sounds of Christmas 2023,” the group’s second Christmas show in as many years in the Diocese of Wilmington.
It was the first appearance at Saint Mark’s High School with a show benefitting the local Catholic Charities. Andy Cooney, Daniel Rodriguez and Christopher Macchio brought the crowd to its feet more than once ticking off one Christmas classic after another. The group performed together and solo for various favorites and were also joined by soprano Arianna Paz.
The show was opened by Christ the Teacher Middle School Choir. The evening concluded with a meet-and-greet with the performers and Bishop Koenig.
For the full Dialog article, photos and YouTube video's of the Show, click here.
Event Sponsors:
Rocco and Mary Abessinio
Applied Bank
Spotlight Sponsor:
Reese Family of Centerville, Delaware
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Bishop Koenig, race participants, volunteers, friends and families enjoyed the Bishop’s 5K at Saint Mark’s High School, Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. Photo courtesy Fusion Racing. | |
The Bishop’s 5K Supports Catholic Charities
in Diocese of Wilmington
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Clear skies and cool temperatures greeted energetic walkers and runners competing in the family friendly Bishop’s 5K on November 18 at Saint Mark’s High School. Funding was raised for Catholic Charities in the Diocese of Wilmington. This year, the event had 268 registered participants.
We recognize and salute the family, friends, and former associates of Andrea Rotsch, to whom this year's Bishop 5K was dedicated. Team Andrea, organized by George Rotsch, had 52 participants. And others donated to Catholic Charities in Andrea's memory. Her profound impact on the work of Catholic Charities lives on!
Inset Photo: Fritz Jones, Executive Director of Catholic Charities, announces the 5K winners.
Special Congratulations to the following participants!
Overall Male
1st Place Brian Yeager, Saint Mark’s HS Time: 17:08 Pace: 5:31
2nd Place Patrick Hogat Time: 18:08 Pace: 5:51
3rd Place Abner Murillo, Saint Mark’s HS Time: 18:40 Pace: 6:01
Also finishing in the top 10: Brandon Smith, Evan Paskevicius & Nathan Plouffe of Saint Mark’s HS, along with Lincoln Narvaez of St. Ann’s School.
Overall Female
1st Place Natasha Slijepcevic Time 2:19 P 7:12
Overall Male Masters
1st Place: Frank A Ursomarso, Jr. Time 19:11 Pace 6:11
Team Spirit winning schools competition for most registered participants:
Saint Mark’s High School 42 $1,000
St. Edmond’s Academy 39 $ 500
St. Ann School 16 $ 250
To read the full article in The Dialog, click here.
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Special Thanks!
Thank You to Fusion Racing, Saint Mark’s High School, Knights of Columbus Volunteers, Student Volunteers, and All of Our Sponsors for Making the 2023 Bishop’s 5K Event Successful!
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St. Francis de Sales Catholic School Holds Food Drive
Benefiting Catholic Charities Seton Center
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St. Francis de Sales Catholic School in Salisbury, MD held a school-wide food drive to benefit Seton Center. Thanks to this generosity, many families had food for Thanksgiving this year.
“The school’s donation included 3,531 pounds of food,” said Jennifer Trager, Seton Center program manager. “The students have helped bless many families with their efforts.”
The Knights of Columbus picked up the donations from the PK3-8 grade school in Salisbury and delivered them to Seton Center in Princess Anne, MD. Seton Center’s food pantry and community center helps to meet the basic needs of those struggling in Somerset County.
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About Seton Center, Princess Anne, MD
Seton Center is a multi-purpose community center committed to the work of advocacy, outreach and assistance. The Seton Center staff work to identify and respond to the needs of all local residents.
Seton Center’s mission is to provide service, hospitality, and advocacy. The staff at Seton Center strive to serve those in need, to work toward a more just society, and to bring together church and community members as active partners in the education of self and pursuit.
Seton Center provides:
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• Basic Needs Assistance
• Food Share Program
• Emergency Food Pantry
• CHOICE Pantry
• Behavioral Health Services
• Community Enrichment Program
• Thrift Shop
To download our new Seton Center brochure, click here.
For more information about Seton Center, how we help, how you can help, and suggested items for donation, click here.
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Bayard House Benefits from
Knights of Columbus Donations
Bayard House received donations from the Knights of Columbus - Christopher Council #3182 of Claymont, Delaware. The Knights delivered a case of children’s new coats, cans of formula, and a monetary donation. The coats will be used by children of Bayard clients and those who come to the Diaper Bank. Thank you, Knights of Columbus!
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Thank You to All Our Supporters & Partners!
We Appreciate the following Catholic Charities Partners
Rocco and Mary Abessinio, Applied Bank, Delaware Community Foundation, Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA), Catholic Charities USA, Citizens Bank, Community Foundation of Eastern Shore, Federal Home Loan Bank of Pittsburgh (FHLB), Highmark Delaware Fund of the Delaware Community Foundation, Laffey-McHugh Foundation, Raskob Foundation, Somerset County Commissioners, State of Delaware - DSCYF, United Way of Delaware, and United Way of Lower Eastern Shore.
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Eastern Shore of Maryland, regardless of religion, race, or ability to pay.
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Catholic Charities Mission
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Wilmington exists to help fulfill the Christian duty to love and serve God's people. Our mission is rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The universal and local Church proclaims the Gospel and teaches the recognition of the dignity and sacredness of each human life and the belief that we are called to share our resources with the most vulnerable among us.
It is the mission of Catholic Charities to address human suffering and to promote and restore the well-being of people and society by:
- Providing, as a primary focus, caring service to families and persons in need;
- Coming together with members of the community to become informed about and to take action on critical social issues; and,
- Advocating publicly for social policies which enhance human dignity and safeguard basic human rights.
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