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Monday, December 17th, 2012
Catholic Charities Junior Board Co-Chair Stephanie Bagley shops with Cardinal Timothy Dolan
More than 600 families in need, many of whom don’t have hats, gloves, coats and even blankets to call their own, will be able to celebrate a warm holiday thanks to the Catholic Charities St. Nicholas Project Kmart Shopping Day event at Kmart at Astor Place.
Armed with hand-tailored lists catered to the needs of individual families, Timothy Michael Cardinal Dolan joined Catholic Charities Executive Director Msgr. Kevin Sullivan, staff and volunteers on Saturday, December 15, 2012 to fill their shopping carts with winter necessities.
During the holiday, the St. Nicholas Project, supported by donations and volunteers from Catholic Charities, provides individuals and families in need with gifts of necessity including warm clothes and household supplies. Caseworkers aid the same individuals throughout the year, providing help and creating hope for New Yorkers from Ulster County to Staten Island through job training, English as a Second Language classes, computer literacy classes, food from Catholic Charities’ many food pantries, and school supplies.
Shopping Day taps into the holiday spirit by providing an opportunity for those from various walks of life to come together to provide gifts for those in need. Approximately 400 volunteers partnered with Catholic Charities. They included individuals and members from corporate and college groups such as Deloitte & Touche LLP, TIAA-CREF, the Junior League, Fordham University, Manhattan College, the Catholic University of America, University of Notre Dame and College of Holy Cross.
Kmart employees, including Store Manager Robert Rothermel and District Manager Stephen Offutt, provided coffee, hot chocolate and donuts for volunteers when they arrived.Volunteers lunched on pizza and soda thanks to the generosity of Famous Famiglia and the Kolaj Family. Paul Kolaj is a member of the Catholic Charities Board of Trustees. And Georgetown Cupcakes donated their special dessert.
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Tuesday, December 11th, 2012
Msgr. Kevin Sullivan receives hurricane-recovery donation from Sr. Margaret Anderson, O.P.
Educators are inspiring students, children are inspiring parents and together through the “Seven for Sandy” hurricane recovery campaign begun at Academy of Our Lady of Good Counsel High School they are working to help those hardest hit by the super storm.
“The mission of our school is compassion,” said Sr. Margaret Anderson, OP, Executive Board President of Newburgh Ministry, an affiliate of Catholic Charities, and Director of Guidance at the high school in White Plains. “This is not just a word for our students. We provide ways for them to live it, to reach out to people and have it become a way of life.”
Sr. Margaret gave Catholic Charities Executive Director Msgr. Kevin Sullivan a $500 check at the Cardinal’s Christmas Luncheon held last week at the Waldorf=Astoria, a third installment of funds collected by the students.
The Catholic high school draws 387 students from Westchester, the Bronx and Putnam counties. A large percentage of them lived without heat, electricity and water for days or weeks after the hurricane whipped through New York on October 29. Yet none of them lost their homes.
They play sports, however, with many who did. The girls varsity soccer and volleyball teams had been scheduled for playoffs with Notre Dame Academy and St. Joseph by-the-Sea High School in Staten Island the week the storm touched down.
Their Seven-for Sandy campaign asks each student to contribute at least $7 to help Staten Island students in need. At the rescheduled playoff games, students gave the Staten Island high schools their first two installments of nearly $500 each plus donations of much needed toiletries and cleaning supplies. Good Counsel students also raised Staten Island students’ spirits – not intentionally, Sr. Margaret said – by losing both games.
Inspired by the students, the school’s parent association developed a Sandy recovery fundraiser as well.
“You think $7 isn’t going to do anything but if everyone puts $7 together it can do something,” said Academy of Our Lady of Good Counsel High School Principal Sr. Laura Donovan, RDC. “We want to be part of the action and inspire others to help.”
Would you like to help others recover?
Text SANDY to 85944 to make a one-time $10 donation.
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Friday, December 7th, 2012
The Ladies of Charity in collaboration with Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York hosted the 67th Annual Cardinal’s Christmas Luncheon on December 6th raising more than $600,000 to support women and children in need whom Catholic Charities serves throughout the Archdiocese of New York.
Nearly 800 guests attended the luncheon, which was held at The Waldorf=Astoria.
Carla Harris was honored with the Christmas Angel Award, celebrating her service to those in need. Ms. Harris leads a long and distinguished career as Managing Director in the Institutional Advisory Group at Morgan Stanley Investment Management, as chair of the board of the Morgan Stanley Foundation and as a well-known philanthropist. She was named to Fortune Magazine’s list of “The Most Powerful Black Executives in Corporate America”, U.S. Bankers Top 25 Most Powerful Women in Finance (2009, 2010, 2011), Black Enterprise Magazine’s “Top 75 Most Powerful Women in Business (2010) and has received numerous other awards and distinctions.
“I’m a 25-year veteran of Wall Street; I believe in returns” she told the audience. “There is no greater return that you can receive than investing your life to serve others.”
Also an accomplished singer who recently released her third gospel CD, Ms. Harris drew on this talent to belt out a gospel rendition of the traditional “Happy Birthday” song to celebrate the birthday of Shirley Dolan, mother of Timothy Michael Cardinal Dolan, who was present in the audience.
After that, Kathleen and Dean O’Hare were honored with the Spirit of St. Nicholas Award. Mr. O’Hare is the retired Chairman and CEO of the Chubb Corporation based in Warren, New Jersey. He is also deeply involved in several philanthropic activities including serving as Co-Chair of the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City. His wife, Kathleen, also committed to philanthropic endeavors, previously served as Director of Catholic Charities in Metuchen, New Jersey.
His Eminence, Timothy Michael Cardinal Dolan, Dorothea McElduff, Archdiocesan President of the Ladies of Charity, and Monsignor Kevin Sullivan, Executive Director of Catholic Charities New York presented the awards.
“We’re honored to recognize Ms. Harris and Mr. and Mrs. O’Hare for their devotion to helping New Yorkers in need,” said Monsignor Kevin Sullivan. “Because of their service and the generosity of our supporters, Catholic Charities is able to continue helping families during the Christmas season and throughout the year.”
The event was rounded out by a host of distinguished speakers and performers. Rosanna Scotto, co-host of Good Day New York, served as the luncheon emcee. Author Mary Higgins Clark served as the event chair, Joseph E. Spinnato, President and CEO of the Hotel Association of New York City, Inc. served as corporate chair, and philanthropist Anna Murdoch-Mann served as honorary chair. Metropolitan Opera mezzo-soprano Jamie Barton sang traditional Christmas carols as did students from the Mt. Carmel-Holy Rosary School Chorus.
Cardinal Dolan brought home the holiday spirit by narrating the Christmas story from the Gospel of St. Luke as students at Saint John Chrysostom School performed the Christmas tableau.
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Tuesday, November 27th, 2012
Photo: Ben Hider/NYSE Euronext
His Eminence, Timothy Michael Cardinal Dolan, Archbishop of New York, rang the Opening Bell at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on Monday, November 26, 2012 following the Cardinal’s Committee for Charity (CCC) 2012 Wall Street Breakfast. The NYSE hosted the breakfast for the Wall Street division of the Cardinal’s Committee for Charity, which provides financial resources and counsel to help solve the problems of New Yorkers in need, non-Catholics and Catholics alike.
The event included a conversation between Larry A. Silverstein, President and CEO of Silverstein Properties, Inc., and Daniel Henninger, Deputy Editor of The Wall Street Journal Editorial Page on the future development of the financial district.
The annual breakfast, which took place in the historic Board Room of the New York Stock Exchange, has raised during its eight-year history nearly $4 million of much-needed funds to support families and individuals in greatest need who are served by The Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York.
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Tuesday, November 20th, 2012
In the midst of Catholic Charities’ efforts to help those impacted by Hurricane Sandy and left without adequate food or shelter, Catholic Charities continues to meet the basic human needs of thousands of New Yorkers. On November 20, 2012, Timothy Cardinal Dolan led the annual Catholic Charities distribution of Thanksgiving meals to more than 400 needy New Yorkers at the Kennedy Center in Harlem.
“We don’t ask people what their creed is,” Cardinal Dolan said. “We don’t ask people where they come from. We love everyone and we open our doors to them–there’s always another chair at the table.”
Calling attention to the plight of the hungry throughout the year, Cardinal Dolan also announced the 2013 Feeding Our Neighbors campaign to replenish New York’s stretched food pantries and soup kitchens.
This year, UJA-Federation of New York will join with Catholic Charities to make Feeding Our Neighbors 2013 an interfaith campaign on behalf of New York’s hungry. John S. Ruskay, Executive Vice President and CEO of UJA-Federation of New York, joined Cardinal Dolan and Monsignor Kevin Sullivan, Executive Director of Catholic Charities, for this announcement.
During the Thanksgiving season and beyond, we remember New Yorkers who must turn to food pantries, soup kitchens and senior center meal programs in order to sustain themselves. To contribute to this year’s Feeding Our Neighbors campaign:
- Donate to the campaign online by specifying “Feeding Our Neighbors” in the comments field
- Contribute food
- Volunteer at a food pantry
- Text CCHOPE to 85944 to make a one-time $10 donation to the Feeding Our Neighbors campaign
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Sunday, November 18th, 2012
Nearly three weeks after Sandy left the New York area, victims are still struggling to rebuild their lives. On Saturday, November 17th, Timothy Cardinal Dolan and Monsignor Kevin Sullivan, Executive Director of Catholic Charities New York, visited disaster recovery sites and Holy Rosary Parish on Staten Island to continue assessing ongoing needs and providing help to individuals and families.
Mount Manresa, a temporary housing facility for Sandy victims, is currently housing 30 families who lost their homes. At FEMA’s NYC Restoration Center on Hylan Boulevard, Catholic Charities workers are staffing the case management service at the center.
Catholic Charities, in conjunction with parishes and communities, will continue assisting Sandy victims with everything from the basics like food and clothing to long-term services such as counseling and legal assistance.
“We know that it will take time for people to be able to put all of the pieces of their lives back together, but the Church – our parishes, Catholic Charities, the Al Smith Foundation, and so many dedicated volunteers – will be there with them every step of the way,” Cardinal Dolan said. “I am particularly grateful to those who contributed to our Sandy relief fund, because that will enable us to provide direct assistance to those who need it most right now.”
The Sandy Relief Fund, which has so far raised close to $1 million for relief efforts, is being distributed to the parishes so pastors can put the money directly into immediate services the nearly 1000 families and individuals need.
If you’d like to contribute to the ongoing relief efforts:
Text SANDY to 85944 to make a one-time $10 donation
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Thursday, November 15th, 2012
“The bad news is that the extent of the destruction from the storm seems wider and deeper each day,” Cardinal Dolan wrote in his November 13 blog post.
“…The good news is that God’s people – you – rose to the occasion…Catholic Charities of the archdiocese has been on the front lines, providing not only relief, but coordination of aid, helping as well to renew the spirit by providing counselors for those hit hard by loss.”
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Monday, September 24th, 2012
By Richard Bertin
After completing back-to-back tours of Catholic middle and high school, laughter and faith weren’t subjects I ever put together. But now, as Associate Producer of JustLove, our Catholic Charities weekly radio program on Sirius XM Channel 129. I had the pleasure on September 14 of hearing Timothy Michael Cardinal Dolan, Comedian Stephen Colbert and host Fr. Jim Martin, Author of “Between Heaven and Mirth” and frequent Just Love radio program guest, dig into the lighter sides of faith at Fordham University’s special event “Humor, Joy, and the Spiritual Life.”
The purpose of the event was to have an open discussion about the relationship between humor and faith, something many of us do not think about when we talk about Catholicism. And who better to discuss this topic than arguably three of the most comedic Catholics in the media?
At first thought, a Cardinal and a Comedy Central satirist might seem like polar opposites. After all, the nature of satire is to poke fun at serious things like politics and religion. Although Cardinal Dolan and Stephen Colbert come from different walks of life they actually have a lot in common. Both are Catholic public figures with massive followings, and both use jokes and laughter in a way that is endearing to their audience. As the evening rolled along it became clear that Stephen Colbert takes his Catholic faith seriously and enjoyed the opportunity to discuss the importance of laughter.
“Are there flaws in the Church?” Colbert asked. “Absolutely, but is there great beauty in the Church? Absolutely,” Colbert said to rousing applause. “I like to make jokes about things I love, and I love my church!”
Cardinal Dolan echoed this in his own open remarks by stressing the importance of being joyful with your faith.
“Why is a crabby believer a contradiction?” the Cardinal asked the crowd. He then explained that although we understand Jesus was crucified, he rose three days later for our sake. “‘He, who laughs last, laughs best,” he continued, “so Good Friday did not have the last word…Easter did! That’s why I can laugh.”
For me, as a young Catholic, it felt great to see so many young faces in the crowd enjoying the panel and taking part by submitting their own questions, both serious and humorous. When one student asked the panel for advice on whether it was a good idea to date while considering entering the priesthood, Cardinal Dolan replied that it was good to date as part of deciding whether the celibate life of a priest is something he could live with. He also joked that “by the way, let me give you some of the numbers of my nieces.”
Colbert weighed in on the question by telling the student to “Go for it! It actually could be a great pickup line: ‘I’m thinking of becoming a priest, but you could change that!’” Cardinal Dolan and the crowd roared with laughter.
After seeing Cardinal Dolan, Fr. Martin and Colbert share their joy of being Catholics, I left Fordham with a renewed feeling of pride and joy about my own spirituality and was eager to talk about it with a friend over drinks. After all, as I learned from the panel, it’s healthy to have fun when reflecting on religion. And besides, I thought, “We’re Catholics, not Puritans!”
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Tuesday, September 11th, 2012
Cardinal Timothy Michael Dolan told more than 500 union members and labor leaders that “work is cooperation with God’s plan for creation,” when he celebrated Labor Mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral on September 8. Union members served as readers, gift bearers and servers at the mass. Then, as they later marched down Fifth Ave. past the Cathedral for the annual Labor Day Parade, they and others were greeted by the Cardinal and Catholic Charities Executive Director Kevin Sullivan.
Cardinal Dolan’s message recapped the recent Labor Day Statement released by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.
“Work is more than a paycheck,” the bishops wrote. “It helps raise our families, develop our potential, share in God’s creation, and contribute to the common good.
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Monday, August 27th, 2012
His Excellency, Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan, visited Grace Institute in Manhattan on August 14 to lend his support to this Catholic Charities affiliate that, for more than a century, has provided tuition-free business skills job training for more than 100,000 women in need.
Classes that Grace Institute provides in keyboarding skills, the hands-on experience it offers with Microsoft Office Suite programs Word, Excel, Power Point, Access and Outlook, and its job placement success rate make the Institute’s offerings particularly valuable now during this tightened employment market.
- Click here to see if you or someone you know may qualify for Grace Institute’s tuition-free classes.
- Click here to read the profile of Ivonne Diaz and learn how Grace Institute helped her.
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