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  5 Stones is a Catholic, not-for-profit organization that partners with mission-driven teams to magnify the reach of their message. We specialize in full-suite technology solutions, marketing and advertising, web and print design, warehousing and distribution, and customer support. Our employees are passionate about serving organizations they believe in and take pride in offering market-specific expertise and personalized support. 5 Stones offers a career doing fulfilling work in a vibrant Catholic community of passionate and engaging colleagues. Be a part of our growing, close-knit team in Sycamore, Illinois that is dedicated to putting our gifts and talents at the service of the Church by supporting Catholic apostolates with business services. Visit WeAre5Stones.com/about to read the rest of our story.    

The mission of Ablaze Ministries is to implement the US Bishops’ vision of comprehensive youth ministry by engaging, nurturing, and empowering discipleship in young people, ministers, volunteers, and families. Ablaze Ministries enables schools and parishes of all sizes to sustain professional, cost-effective, and enthusiastic ministry rooted in prayer, fellowship, and formation. Our ministry enables collaboration of community parishes, highlighting the true connectedness of the universal Church. Ablaze Ministries provides youth ministers with spiritual formation, professional training, and theological teaching. Our team of missionaries work together in community, sharing each other’s gifts and holding each other accountable to meet the needs and the call of the Catholic Church.

"It is our prayer that you find a spiritual home in All Saints Parish community. We are a Catholic family of disciples empowered by the Holy Spirit to enthusiastically build-up the Kingdom of God. We strive to be a family of learning disciples, joyful worshipers, genuine friends, and families and individuals finding strength. We desire to be a place of love and service, welcoming people, healing and hope, and discovering God’s love. We work to be a people who seek God’s guidance, discover gifts, and empower others. We hope to be united, share Good News, and make a difference."   All Saints Parish is a Catholic family growing closer to the Lord in faith, hope and love. As disciples of Jesus, parishioners develop their knowledge of Scripture and Church teaching. They embrace a Catholic understanding of the world. They joyfully gather together to worship and pray. All Saints Parish is a place where people develop life long friendships, where grace and forgiveness are generously extended, where families and marriages are strong, youth are faithful to Christ, children discover God, and where single people joyfully experience God’s vocation. It is a place where people develop spiritual maturity. Parishioners discover and use their gifts and talents to become equipped for significant ministry and leadership. They collaborate to bring people to Jesus and serve those around them. In the spirit of stewardship, members eagerly respond with time, talent and treasure, meeting all the pastoral and financial needs of the parish. All Saints Parish staff is united in vision and in love to serve the parish community. The staff openly shares their God given creativity to further the Gospel. The staff encourages and supports each other in word, prayer, and fellowship. Utilizing their gifts and joyfully collaborating, they work to empower parishioners in their giftedness and leadership abilities to serve God’s people. They are approachable to the parish community. It is our dream that, by the grace of God, the Lord would call us good and faithful servants. That we have glorified Him, and that He is at the center of all that we do. That we have faithfully carried out the ministry of reconciliation entrusted to us. That we have cultivated the experience of Baptism in the Holy Spirit as it is reflected in our lives. That we have followed His guidance and will.   MISSION All Saints Parish is a Catholic family of disciples empowered by the Holy Spirit to enthusiastically build-up the Kingdom of God.      

Almondale Academy, situated on 5 acres of serene countryside in Orangevale, CA is a unique and innovative school that combines the structure and expertise of academia with the openness and ease of the student directiveness of homeschool. Our mission & philosophy is to provide a caring, yet dynamic environment where educators engage with learners in direct experience and focused reflection. We draw on the  best practices of leading research   to help expand knowledge, develop the essential skills to navigate an ever-changing world, and contribute in a meaningful way to one's environment. Almondale's experiential approach includes: the traditional CA standards, project-based education, outdoor and environmental learning, regular off-campus expeditions, and service learning in multi-age classrooms. Faculty and students work in active collaboration to nurture and hone the intellectual, physical, social, and moral capacities.  Virtues, ethics, and genuine respect for each individual are the foundation stones at Almondale.  Positive Discipline is utilized in assisting students to work and play harmoniously together.  The chosen virtues for the 2019-2020 school year are: Responsibility, Honor ,  Graciousness , Resilience , Discernment , and Sincerity .

Amate House is a year-long social justice leadership development program for college-educated adults between the ages of 21-29.  Our program model includes full-time service, faith formation, professional and leadership development, and community living.  Based on their professional interests, Amate House matches young adult leaders with full-time volunteer positions in non-profit organizations, schools and ministries in Chicago’s most under-resourced communities.  These young people live together in an Amate House residence and receive faith formation based on Catholic Social Teaching as well as intensive leadership development programming.   Amate House’s mission is to develop young adult leaders into life-long social justice advocates who serve their communities while deepening their faith.  Ultimately, we aspire to build a more just and loving society through leadership development for the Church and the world. Amate House was established in 1984 as a volunteer program for young adults by three seminarians from the Archdiocese of Chicago, along with other lay and religious men and women, with the objective of transformation through service. The founders chose the name “Amate,” the Latin imperative “to love,” because they envisioned a program in which young adults would put “love into action,” and answer the call to holiness by providing support and service to fulfill the needs of the city and the Archdiocese of Chicago. Amate House is a member of the Catholic Volunteer Network.

We are a Catholic High School in the Holy Cross Tradition. We celebrate our diversity, value each person and welcome one another with the hospitality of Christ. As a family of learners, anchored in gospel values, we empower each other to grow spiritually, develop intellectually and reach out in service to others. Within an innovative and orderly learning environment, we are committed to challenging each student in both heart and mind to be a compassionate individual, a lifelong learner, and a responsible steward of God's creation.

The Archdiocese of Atlanta encompasses the northern half of Georgia covering 21,445 square miles. Specifically, it includes the 69 counties north of and including the following counties: Lincoln, McDuffie, Warren, Hancock, Baldwin, Putnam, Jasper, Monroe, Upson, Meriwether and Troup. The Archdiocese of Atlanta is a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing Catholic community.  As of 2020, there are 102 parishes and missions, 293 diocesan and religious priests, 46 seminarians, 18 archdiocesan Catholic schools, 1.2 million Catholics, and 7.5 million people in north central Georgia. The   History  of the Archdiocese goes back the late 1700s.  Originally part of the Diocese of Savannah, Atlanta was made a Diocese in 1956 and made an Archdiocese in 1962. The   Province of Atlanta   is comprised of five dioceses. The   Most Reverend Gregory John Hartmayer, OFM, Conv.   is the Archbishop of Atlanta. The   Most Reverend Joel M. Konzen S.M.   is a Auxiliary Bishop of Atlanta. The   Most Reverend Bernard E. Shlesinger III   is a Auxiliary Bishop of Atlanta.

ABOUT the Archdiocese of Atlanta The Archdiocese of Atlanta encompasses the northern half of Georgia covering 21,445 square miles. Specifically, it includes the 69 counties north of and including the following counties: Lincoln, McDuffie, Warren, Hancock, Baldwin, Putnam, Jasper, Monroe, Upson, Meriwether and Troup. The Archdiocese of Atlanta is a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing Catholic community.  As of 2018, there are 103 parishes and missions, 277 diocesan and religious priests, 62 seminarians, 18 archdiocesan Catholic schools, 1.2 million Catholics, and 7 million people in north central Georgia. The   History  of the Archdiocese goes back the late 1700s.  Originally part of the Diocese of Savannah, Atlanta was made a Diocese in 1956 and made an Archdiocese in 1962. The   Province of Atlanta   is comprised of five dioceses. The  Most Reverend Wilton D. Gregory, S.L.D.  is the Archbishop of Atlanta. The   Most Reverend Bernard E. Shlesinger III  is the Auxiliary Bishop of Atlanta. Mission Statement We, the faithful of the Archdiocese of Atlanta, are a people of prayer, love and joy who are dedicated to the salvation of all. As disciples and believers in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, we proclaim the good news and grow in faith, hope, love and service to others. We are unified in our commitment to sacramental life, pastoral care and life-long formation in our Roman Catholic faith. We express our love through evangelization, fellowship, Catholic education, social services and charity in the full pursuit of effective discipleship. The Province of Atlanta When the Diocese of Atlanta became the Archdiocese of Atlanta on February 21, 1962, the ecclesiastical Province of Atlanta came into being as well. The Archbishop of Atlanta thus holds the  ex officio  title of Metropolitan of the Province of Atlanta. Dioceses of the Province (Provincial Sees): Charleston, South Carolina Savannah, Georgia Raleigh, North Carolina Charlotte, North Carolina Ecclesiastical Provinces The largest territorial division of the Latin Church, an ecclesiastical province is an administrative district comprising several dioceses. It is united under the presidency of an archbishop or metropolitan who holds this position as a result of the recognition of his diocesan see as the metropolitan see (an archdiocese). The other sees are called suffragan or subordinate sees, each governed by its respective bishop. An ecclesiastical province answers directly to the Holy See.

The Archdiocese of Los Angeles seeks a collaborative fundraiser with an entrepreneurial spirit to serve as Director of Development for the Catholic Education Foundation (CEF). CEF was established as an independent charitable trust in 1987 by Cardinal Roger Mahony with support from a core team of prominent business and community leaders in Los Angeles. CEF’s mission is to provide tuition assistance to the most financially deserving students attending Catholic schools within the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Its purpose is to make a quality Catholic education accessible to students in need because it lays the foundation for academic achievement and develops values for family, community, and service. Other CEF programs and activities are donor-designated and include the SOS (Save Our Students) Program, Visual Arts Program, Sports Equipment Program, and the Big Yellow Bus Program. The Archdiocese of Los Angeles has been directing and sponsoring schools since 1865 and is the oldest, largest, most effective non-public school system in California. For more information, please visit www.cefdn.org .

About the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City The original Diocese of Oklahoma was erected in 1905, became the Diocese of Oklahoma City and Tulsa in 1930, and was erected into the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City in 1972. The Archdiocese is comprised of more than 120,000 Catholics in central and western Oklahoma, and covers 46 counties and 42,470 square miles. Our sacred purpose, as the people of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City, is to joyfully witness to our Catholic faith in central and western Oklahoma through the teaching, sanctifying and governing ministry of Christ and His Church so that the Body of Christ is made present, the universal call to holiness proclaimed and all people are welcomed into the promise of eternal life. To read more about the vision of the Archdiocese, please download Archbishop Paul Coakley's pastoral letter "Go Make Disciples"  Click Here.      

HISTORY Omaha Catholics build the first church in Nebraska territory The first church in the Nebraska Territory was built by Catholics in Omaha. St. Mary’s Church, which stood on the east side of Eighth Street between Harney and Jackson streets, was dedicated in August 1856. The simply designed structure measured 24 by 40 feet. It followed, within a year, the first recorded Mass to be said in Omaha by Father William Edmonds of the Diocese of Dubuque. Catholicism in the area, however, has longer roots, going back to 1838 and the work of Jesuit missionary Peter De Smet, who is known to have visited the site of Bellevue. Although the territory had been under the Vicariate Apostolic of the Indian Territories since 1850, the vastness of the area under that Vicariate (700 miles north to south and 600 miles east to west) led the Jesuit Bishop of the area, John Miege, to request a division. In 1857, the Vicariate Apostolic of the Nebraska Territory was established, but no one appointed to administer it until 1859, when James O’ Gorman, a Trappist monk, became the first bishop of the area. His see was 367,265 square miles with 5,000 Catholics and three priests. On June 25, 1859, the bishop added to his clergy the first priest ordained on Nebraska soil, Father William Kelly. The Sisters of Mercy came to the area in 1864 and the Benedictine Sisters in 1865. St. Mary Church, which became the cathedral and had its name changed to St. Philomena, was quickly outgrown and a new Gothic-style cathedral was built in 1868 at Ninth and Howard streets. By that time, four parishes were established and growing in the area — St. Mary Magdalene and St. Philomena in Omaha, St. Patrick in Fremont, and St. Patrick in Jackson. The tremendous growth in the area caused more than 70 parishes to be established before 1900. The Diocese of Omaha, which included Nebraska and Wyoming, was created on October 2, 1885, while James O’Connor was bishop. The diocese was split on August 2, 1887, and reduced to all counties in Nebraska north of the Platte River. At that time the Dioceses of Lincoln and Cheyenne were created. The Omaha Diocese again was split in March, 1912, as the Diocese of Kearney was created. On April 11, 1917, that diocesan see was transferred to Grand Island as previously disputed counties were transferred to that western Nebraska diocese. The Omaha Diocese became an Archdiocese on October 10, 1945. The Archdiocese of Omaha now comprises 14,051 square miles which includes the counties of Boyd, Holt, Merrick, Nance, Boone, Antelope, Knox, Pierce, Madison, Platte, Colfax, Stanton, Wayne, Cedar, Dixon, Dakota, Thurston, Cuming, Dodge, Burt, Washington, Douglas, and Sarpy. There are more than 230,000 Catholics in the 140 parishes and missions. St. Cecilia Cathedral – The Mother Church for the Archdiocese of Omaha Saint Cecilia Cathedral, the “mother church” for Catholics in northeast Nebraska, is a place of daily worship, the landmark of mid-town Omaha and a destination for thousands of people each year. Catholic people from the 23 counties of northeast Nebraska comprising the Archdiocese of Omaha gather around their Archbishop each year for significant religious events and to celebrate the sacramental life of the Church in its fullness. The Cathedral is also the church and home of an active urban parish. The parish grade school has a century of continuous operation. It has a proud record of student achievement and has consistently received local and national recognition for its programs and faculty. Faith in action is a standard that has guided the parish to be effective in works of mercy, in witnessing to justice and in partnerships within the ecumenical and civic community.

The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Seattle is a Latin Metropolitan archdiocese of the Catholic Church, in the U.S. state of Washington. Headquartered in Seattle, the archdiocese encompasses all counties in the state west of the Cascade Range. There are 173 parishes, missions and pastoral centers in the Archdiocese, serving 579,500 registered Catholics.

First of all, it’s not about us. It’s about an encounter with the living God. For the past 20 years, everything we have done at Ascension has been aimed to help Catholics have that encounter. From our   Bible studies   to our   sacramental prep programs , from our   Q&A-style books   to our   free online videos , everything has been focused on that encounter. That is the longing of our hearts, and the longing of every heart until it rests in God. After helping over 1,000,000 Catholics and 8,000 parishes, and producing more than 50 faith formation programs, we believe that the “secret” to an encounter with God really isn’t so secret … it can all be found in the promise made by Jesus himself: For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I in the midst of them —Matthew 18:20 That’s a promise. And it’s a promise from the highest source there is, a promise from the God who never breaks his word. So we do the best thing any sinner can do in this world; we trust the promise of God; and we base our programs and studies on that promise. When you run an Ascension program, you are acting on your trust in that promise. You are meeting in a group in the name of Jesus, in the name of understanding his Word, trusting—as we do—in the power of God’s promise that he will truly be present in your midst. That’s not a light thing to say. But we didn’t say it. God did. Whether you’re just starting out on your faith journey or well along the road, we have something for you because we have been there, too.

Assumption Catholic Schools seeks to inspire excellence and personal growth for our students academically, spiritually, and socially. Caring and innovative teachers provide challenging academic programs supported by current technology. Student learning is enhanced through our fine arts programs, athletics, service projects, and campus ministry. In ACS, parents are welcomed and encouraged to be fully involved in the educational experience of their children. As a Catholic school, we believe that faith and reason are compatible with each other. Everything we do is centered on ensuring the students who graduate from Assumption Catholic Schools are fully prepared to be contributing members of the 21st century society and are equipped to continue to grow their faith and knowledge throughout their lives.     The Principles of Catholic Identity in Education  articulates elements the Church expects to find in all Catholic schools and which distinguish them from other schools. The disciples are derived from Church documents related to education, including the documents of Vatican II, documents from the Vatican Congregation for Catholic Education, and the writings of various Popes. As a school system, these principles are embedded in our daily lives. The five principles are:  Inspired by Divine Mission Models Christian Communion Encounters Christ in Prayer, Scripture, and Sacraments Integrally Forms the Human Person Imparts a Christian Understanding of the World    

Leadership & Mission Catholic Values and Strong Academics Assumption College, a Catholic institution sponsored by the Augustinians of the Assumption and rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition, strives to form graduates known for critical intelligence, thoughtful citizenship and compassionate service. We pursue these ambitious goals through a curriculum grounded in the liberal arts and extending to the domain of professional studies. Enlivened by the Catholic affirmation of the harmony of faith and reason, we aim, by the pursuit of the truth, to transform the minds and hearts of students. Assumption favors diversity and ecumenically welcomes all who share its goals. A message from the President Choosing a college may be the most important decision you have ever had to consider. You may have already received materials from a number of other institutions, as well as ideas and recommendations from family and friends.  There are many reasons bright, motivated students choose to attend Assumption. As you explore our Web site, you will find a wealth of information related to our excellent programs and our close-knit community. For now, I would like to share three of the reasons that I mention most often when describing Assumption to prospective students and their families. Top liberal arts college with strong business and professional programs. Our students are exposed to an array of disciplines that expand their minds and enhance their critical thinking skills as they consider new ideas, new ways of looking at the world, and new ways of questioning. Faculty members create an academically stimulating environment that challenges students to achieve their full potential as they think through their values and life. At the same time, the skills students learn at Assumption also prepare them for successful and rewarding careers.  Catholic intellectual tradition, unique among colleges. In the Assumpionist tradition we encourage intellectual, social and personal growth. We take religion and faith seriously as an integral part of the human experience. We explore questions that get to the deepest desires of the human heart and recognize the role of faith and reason in the search for truth. Our students encounter ideas that have contributed to the formation of a Christian outlook on the world that reflects the type of education envisioned by Fr. Emmanuel d’Alzon, the founder of the Assumptionists. Whatever a student’s faith, we believe that the Assumption experience provides opportunities for personal spiritual growth and the development of a set of values that will encourage students to use their knowledge in service to others. It is an atmosphere that is intellectually challenging, personally rewarding and spiritually fulfilling.  A place where people look out for one another . When you choose Assumption, you can count on receiving personal attention from kind, friendly people throughout the community. Faculty, administrators, staff, religious, and students all work together to ensure that everyone here is valued and supported. Assumption is small enough so that people know students as individuals, and large enough for students to find diverse opportunities. Experiences inside and outside the classroom help shape a student’s “personal compass” and encourage intellectual, social, and personal growth. If these characteristics reflect what you are looking for, I encourage you to explore our site further and learn more about us. I also hope you will consider visiting Assumption’s beautiful campus and meeting some of the people who make our community so special. Thank you for your interest in Assumption. Warm regards, Francesco C. Cesareo, Ph.D. President 

  The Augustine Institute serves the formation of Catholics for the  New Evangelization . Through our academic and parish programs, we equip Catholics intellectually, spiritually, and pastorally to renew the Church and transform the world for Christ. Our History Responding to the Call During the 1993 World Youth Day in Denver, Saint Pope John Paul II called Catholics to a New Evangelization, to renew our commitment to Christ, so that we might live our faith fearlessly and proclaim it to all people. He chose Denver, Colorado to instill confidence among Catholics worldwide that modern society, with all its sophistication and technical know-how, still hungers for Christ! In 2005, as a response to this call, Catholic scholars established in Denver a graduate school dedicated to transforming Catholic education for the New Evangelization. Since then, the Augustine Institute has become the fastest growing Catholic graduate school in the United States, training our students to proclaim the Gospel with “ new ardor, method and expression ,” as Saint Pope John Paul II insisted. What began as a graduate school has quickly expanded into a multi-faceted Institute providing strategic disciple-based parish programming and leadership formation to dioceses and parishes across America. What makes the Augustine Institute unique? Forming Leaders for The New Evangelization :  We believe the New Evangelization requires Catholics to reclaim a faithful orthodoxy while being witnesses to the living Gospel in our post-Christian culture. A Faculty with Theological Expertise & Pastoral Experience:   Evangelization is as much a skilled practice as it is a mission. Our faculty is unique in its blend of advanced theological degrees and pastoral experience on the front lines of the New Evangelization. Discipleship Driven:   Well-formed disciples make Catholicism compelling and relevant. Leaders for the New Evangelization must be personally discipled by those who are passionate for Christ. We equip lay leaders with the training and parish programming they need to bring the faith alive. State of the Art Methods and Technology:   We must be vanguards of the New Evangelization, imparting ancient wisdom through modern media and technology. Our facility, located in the heart of the Denver Tech Center, features state-of-the-art video production, online delivery methodologies, and a professional production team with a wealth of media experience.  

The Basilica School of St. Mary is a pre-k to 8 Catholic parish school with over 700 students. St. Mary has a long tradition in the faith and sound educational practices.

The Basilica of St. Joseph Proto-Cathedral was the first (proto) cathedral in the United States west of the Allegheny mountains. We are located in Bardstown Kentucky (about 45 miles south of Louisville) named The Most Beautiful Small Town in America by Rand McNally. 

Bayard, a ministry of the congregation of the Augustinians of the Assumption, is an international publishing and communications group with a presence in 41 countries. In North America, through its main divisions — The Pflaum Publishing Group, Twenty-Third Publications and Creative Communications for the Parish — Bayard supports the mission of the church to communicate the Gospel message through books, periodicals, faith formation programs, as well as liturgical and devotional worship companions. Bayard’s brands include the  Pflaum Gospel Weeklies , Today’s Catholic Teacher , Catechist magazine, Catholic Digest , Living Fait h, Living Faith Kids , La Fe Viva , Living with Christ , Exploring the Sunday Readings .

Bayard - a media company of international scope with a unique history that goes back nearly 140 years. Bayard's sole owners are the Augustinians of the Assumption, which guarantees the group's stability, gives witness to our corporate mission, and offers editorial independence to each of our 190 publications. Our products include Catholic Digest, Living Faith, Living with Christ, Pflaum Gospel Weeklies, Today's Catholic Teacher and Catechist, as well as books, booklets, digital products, and one of France's leading daily newspapers, La Croix.

Bellarmine Jesuit Retreat House is a ministry of the Midwest Province of the Society of Jesus. The Bellarmine team is committed to fostering the spiritual development of Catholics and people of faith through a variety of retreats and contemporary programs.  The Bellarmine team works together to provide a sacred atmosphere of quiet hospitality in a setting of natural beauty.

Heir to the 1500 years of Benedictine dedication to learning, Benedictine College’s mission as a Catholic, Benedictine, liberal arts, residential college is   the education of men and women within a community of faith and scholarship.

Benedictine College, which has a full-time undergraduate enrollment of approximately 1900 students, is a mission-centered academic community.  Its mission as a Catholic, Benedictine, liberal arts, and residential college is the education of men and women within a community of faith and scholarship.  Benedictine College provides a liberal arts education through academic programs based on core studies in the arts and sciences. 

The Benedictine Sisters of Saint Walburga Monastery, Elizabeth, NJ, are women who seek God in community through Sacred Scripture and the Rule of St. Benedict.  Our fidelity to the monastic way of life is sustained by the Eucharist, Liturgy of the Hours, Lectio Divina, and presence to one another.  Through active lives balanced by contemplation, we witness to Jesus Christ in community, hospitality and ministry.  

About BECA is a 501©3 organization that recruits, trains, and supports English-speaking volunteer teachers to staff a network of community-run bilingual schools in Honduras that serve low-income communities. Mission BECA exists to provide quality, affordable bilingual education to the educationally disenfranchised while fostering meaningful cultural exchange. Our Story BECA founder Jaime Koppel first traveled to Honduras in 2001 to serve as a teacher and Administrator for a fledgling bilingual school that was established to aid low-income students in Cofradia, Cortes. Two years later, while working with families from the same community, Jaime set up BECA as a US-based non-profit organization to support San Jeronimo Bilingual School (SJBS), a new school for low-income students that would be operated by local Honduran stakeholders. BECA entered into an agreement with SJBS parents in 2004 and on September 1 of that year, SJBS opened as BECA’s first community-partner school. It was built as a labor of love with community members working together to purchase materials and construct the school in their free time over the course of four months. Since the 2004-2005 school year, SJBS has grown by leaps and bounds in terms of the quality of education provided, the resources available to students and teachers, and improvements to the building and grounds. Likewise, BECA has worked to professionalize its activities: creating a 6-week teacher training institute, drafting its own custom curriculum, and implementing policies and procedures to govern the school year. In recent years, BECA has expanded our outreach and now partners with three community-based organizations in Honduras. Our team of about 30 volunteers and 20 Honduran co-workers provide a bilingual education to over 600 students, Pre-K – 9th grade.

ABOUT BISHOP IRETON:  Bishop Ireton, a co-educational, college preparatory high school located in historic Alexandra, Virginia, began its proud heritage of academic excellence rooted in Catholic tradition in 1964.  The notable quote from our Patron Saint, Francis De Sales, “Be  who you are and be that well”  is at the core of Bishop Ireton's extraordinary mission and values which is rooted Salesian spiritual tradition. The school offers a challenging academic environment and outstanding quality of student life,  in academics and co-curricular activities,  and campus ministry.  We have with a strong focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) courses, critical writing across the disciplines, and fine arts. The spirit of community service and giving back is part of everything the school does. Bishop Ireton’s top-tier status is reflected in its talented faculty and staff, who take great pride in seeing virtually every graduate head to college - often to the most prestigious universities.  Together with families, Bishop Ireton provides students with the foundation and relationships for a lifetime, helping to ready the next generation to be exemplary and ethical leaders in an ever-changing world.  Serving students in Grades 9-12, Bishop Ireton is one of four Catholic High School's in the Diocese of Arlington and is accredited by the Virginia Catholic Education Association, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and AdvancED.  BISHOP IRETON MISSION STATEMENT In the Catholic tradition and in the spirit of St. Francis De Sales, Bishop Ireton High School is a college preparatory school that promotes spiritual, intellectual, creative, social, and physical development.  As a Salesian community of learning and service, Bishop Ireton challenges students to Advance Always in the love of God and man in order to meet and surpass present and future challenges in the 21st century. Bishop Ireton High School accomplishes its mission by developing within each student the following: Deepened faith in order to encourage a loving commitment to God and the Catholic Church Spiritual and moral values Desire for life-long learning Pursuit of academic excellence in all disciplines Appreciation of the fine and creative arts Understanding of our multi-cultural heritage to appreciate and respect individual differences Knowledge and application of technological innovations for the benefit of humanity Pursuit of physical fitness and a knowledge of mental and physical health as a life-long goal Bishop Ireton High School is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the Virginia Catholic Education Association.  

Authentically Catholic. Learn it. Live it. Bishop Machebeuf High School was established in 1959 and is named after Bishop Joseph P. Machebeuf, the first bishop of Colorado. Our Mission Based on the foundation and heritage of Bishop Joseph P. Machebeuf, our mission is to be an academic community of faith that strives to form the hearts, minds, and souls of our students in the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the living Tradition of the Catholic Church. Our Spirit of Community Everyone at Bishop Machebeuf High School is an important member of the community. That's what creates the spirit you'll feel on our campus. Students and faculty truly care about each other as people and respect each other as individuals. With only 380 students, you will get to know people well and have the opportunity to make close friends. You will spend time with other students in the classrooms, in the Commons, on the playing field, and in the various co-curricular activities offered at Machebeuf. Whatever happens, everyone values your effort. You'll find this community spirit everywhere at Machebeuf. Our Values Our Core Values are Devotion to God, Academic Excellence, Community Service, Ethnic and Cultural Diversity, Christian Morality. Our Promise Students will experience a more complete development as well as unsurpassed academic and personal success. We deliver a rigorous academic curriculum, faith formation, a nurturing community, and reinforce the family environment.       Bishop Machebeuf High School strives to form students into well rounded individuals by offering a rigorous education, quality sports programs, and teaching them how to give of themselves.  The college preparatory curriculum at Machebeuf is designed to prepare students for their academic futures, eventually placing them in a college that is the best fit. A Machebeuf student is one who accepts challenges, asks pertinent questions, and strives to develop and meet their own academic goals. We take pride in our student athletes who work hard to juggle both academic progress and play a sport throughout their High School years. To date, we are proud to have 100% placement of athletes that had goals to play on a collegiate level over the last 2 years. We also teach our students the importance of service, and have brought groups on mission trips and pilgrimages around the world.   If you are interested in learning more about our school and community please check out our Website and feel free to contact us! Go Buffs!  https://www.machebeuf.org/     Along with being recognized as one of the top 50 Catholic High Schools in the United States, Bishop Machebeuf was awarded the title of a National Catholic Education Honor Roll School by The Cardinal Newman Society.       

As a parish, we are committed to working together to make Jesus Christ known, loved and served in our families, throughout the Hibbing community and in the world. We are also committed to live as the Lord taught, drawing inspiration from the scriptures and strength from the sacraments, especially the Eucharist. Our parish strives to nurture spiritual growth, share the gifts God has given us, and invite others into a relationship with Christ. We are One Body, One Spirit in Christ.

Blessed Sacrament School is located in Savannah, Georgia. It is a community of people who believe in the power of the faith, the strength of knowledge and the wisdom of experience. For over 70 years Blessed Sacrament has been synonymous with educational excellence, strong Catholic faith formation and the integrated development of the whole child. Our school is part of the Catholic Diocese of Savannah. Through our well defined and rigorous curriculum, an integrated approach to childhood education, and a loving and supportive environment, Blessed Sacrament fosters well rounded individuals well prepared to serve God, the Church and the world. The mission of Blessed Sacrament School is to educate the whole child according to Gospel teachings, doctrines, and traditions of the Catholic Church; challenge all students to reach their Academic potential; and prepare them to serve God, the Church, and the world.

Breckinridge Capital Advisors is a Boston-based, independently owned investment advisor specializing in investment grade fixed income portfolio management. Our approach to investing is characterized by our: Singular focus on investment grade fixed income Commitment to rigorous bottom-up research Expertise in ESG integration Strong belief in customized separate accounts Continuous emphasis on innovation Working through a network of investment consultants and advisors, we serve a wide variety of clients ranging from high net worth individuals to large institutions. Breckinridge’s assets under management totaled more than $40 billion as of December 31, 2019. Reflecting our commitment to ESG and sustainability, Breckinridge is a Massachusetts Benefit Corporation and a certified B Corp. We believe these designations help us in our goals to create positive, long-term impact for our clients, employees and the communities in which we live, work and invest.

Burke & Schindler CPAs serves many businesses in our Catholic community and partners with the Dynamic Catholic Institute to hire and mentor Catholic professionals working in all fields, particularly accounting and finance. Formed in 1984, Burk and Schindler is a leading regional Cincinnati business consulting, accounting, and tax and wealth planning firm with clients in all 50 states as well as Europe and Asia. Burke & Schindler advisors have diverse experience, from managing their own businesses to serving on the boards of for-profit and non-profit companies. As business consultants, we’ve helped startup companies get on their feet and experienced owners achieve their exit velocity. Burke & Schindler business advisors bring incomparable tools for generating and growing wealth, regardless of your industry, growth stage, or strategic needs. For more than 30 years, Burke & Schindler has been devoted to building strong business relationships with our clients by delivering high quality services that yield superior results. Burke & Schindler provides a variety of strategic business consulting and advisory services to help you, regardless of your business’s size, including: Strategic growth consulting Exit planning and strategy Value creation Human resource and staffing assistance Retirement planning Accounting & tax services

The Byzantine Catholic Eparchy (Diocese) of Parma is the Catholic Diocese that serves Byzantine Catholics in 12 states across the Midwest.  The Diocese is one of 18 Eastern Catholic dioceses in the United States (and one of the 197 Catholic Dioceses in the US), in full communion with the Bishop of Rome.  On June 1, 2018, Pope Francis appointed 44-year-old Bishop Milan Lach from Slovakia, a Jesuit, as Bishop of the Diocese.  Bishop Milan is one of the youngest Catholic Bishops in the United States.  The Diocese currently has 32 parishes and missions; the heaviest concentrations of parishes are in the metropolitan areas of Cleveland, Detroit, and Chicago. 

"Guided by our Catholic faith we provide a fun and engaging outdoor camping experience where campers and staff learn new skills and grow in faith, confidence, and friendship."

Canterbury Pilgrimages shares a name with one of history's most famous tours led by Geoffrey Chaucer, author of The Canterbury Tales and self-proclaimed host, tour guide, and leader of entertainment. He wrote of an informal gathering of men and women in the 14th century who traveled on a pilgrimage from London to the Cathedral of Canterbury. In the spirit of Chaucer's journey, Canterbury Pilgrimages brings men and women of all ages together to experience the deepening of faith made possible by an authentically Catholic pilgrimage. Having worked with 40 dioceses within the U.S., as well as over 50 cardinals, archbishops, and bishops for various pilgrimages, we try to bring you the best Catholic pilgrimage possible by coordinating everything for you. Whether you want to go to Rome, Fatima, Assisi, Lourdes, Knock, the Holy Land, or the Missions of California, we worry about the planning while you prepare your heart for renewed spiritual fulfillment. Authentically Catholic pilgrimages around the world, every step of the way!      

CARITAS For Children is a Global Ministry. We are a Catholic Lay Apostolate recognized as a Private Juridic Person within the Archdiocese of Chicago dedicated to developing relationships globally while impacting faith locally. At its core, CARITAS For Children provides financial assistance for the health, education, and general welfare of orphaned and disadvantaged children. This is done in partnership with the laity of the local Catholic Church and Catholic religious communities throughout the world. CARITAS brings a future and hopes to children who have been born into a cycle of extreme poverty while creating a Christ-centered encounter with ( caritas -loving) supporters.

We are a Catholic Communications entity pursuant to the state laws of NC Non Profit Corporations with the mission to advance the truth, defined by the Magisterium of the Roman Catholic Church. We provide Media infrastructure to the Dioceses of Charlotte, Raleigh, Rock Hill Oratory and Belmont Abbey College to help answer the call for the New Evangelization of the Catholic Church. We provide relevant national and local programs to educate, encourage, inform and inspire no matter where you are on your journey of faith. We believe that broadcasting the TRUTH of JESUS CHRIST through CATHOLIC RADIO will transform peoples’ lives providing spiritual enrichment to more deeply Learn, Love and Live their Faith for the GREATER GLORY OF GOD. We ask that you prayerfully discern what you can do to help grow CATHOLIC RADIO in the Carolinas. We need your time, your talent and your treasure. What role are you being called to play?

The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, located in the heart of downtown Wichita, is the beautiful mother church for the faithful of the Diocese of Wichita and the parish home to 1500 families. We are a vibrant and diverse family of faith, ministering in English and Spanish. We seek to form and nurture intentional disciples of Jesus Christ through living the sacraments, engaging in evangelization and the stewardship way of life, and by striving to grow in divine charity.

The Catholic Benefits Association (CBA) is an employer association for over 1000 Catholic employers.  As a non-profit organization, we serve our members by protecting their religious liberties, providing HR services consultation that optimizes the Catholic employment experience as well as provide access to cost effective Catholic benefits.

Founded in 2013, Catholic Benefits Association (CBA) advocates for and litigates in defense of our members’ First Amendment rights to provide health insurance and benefits to their employees in an manner consistent with the Catholic faith. A growing and diverse coalition of Catholic organizations make up the CBA. We have obtained federal injunctive relief for both our current members and future members from the Health and Human Services’ implementation of the Affordable Care Act. Introduced in 2012, this mandate requires employers to cover contraceptives, abortifacients, sterilization procedures and contraceptive counseling in their employee health insurance. It directly infringes upon the freedom of Catholic employers to conduct business in a manner consistent with their sincerely held religious beliefs. Since then CBA has engaged in litigation against other federally mandated assaults on religious liberty such as mandatory coverage of abortion, comprehensive transgender services and same-sex benefits. Seven Archbishops are joined by prominent lay Catholics to make up our Board of Directors, who work with the support of leading legal professionals, bioethicists, theologians and other Church authorities. As the political landscape continues to shift, we look ahead to determine how our members can conduct business without compromising their religious beliefs. We work relentlessly to safeguard your right to do business in a manner that is ethical and consistent with our Catholic faith.

Director, Catholic Cemeteries of Spokane Catholic Cemeteries of Spokane invites candidates for the position of Director, who is responsible for the overall spiritual, strategic and operational management of the three Catholic Cemeteries within the Catholic Diocese of Spokane, Washington: Holy Cross Cemetery and Funeral Center, Queen of Peace Cemetery and Funeral Center, and St. Joseph Cemetery and Funeral Center.  The ideal candidate has a ministry-first mind-set, both internally and externally. Primary areas of responsibility include: planning and implementing growth of funeral and cemetery sales, establishing and monitoring operating budget and  expenses, setting and meeting goals for excellent customer service and staff development.  The position reports to the Board of Directors and has significant discretion and independent judgment.   REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Practicing Catholic and familiarity with Catholic teachings and traditions, particularly those beliefs, traditions, and practices that pertain to funerals and burials. Relevant industry experience. Supervisory experience. Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills. Demonstrated high integrity and trust. Model and mentor sound business and ethical practices. Passion and energy to contribute to the growth of our local funeral and cemetery ministries. Ability to interact effectively with broad range of constituents: priests, staff, faith community, bereaved families. Strong leadership and customer service skills. Self-motivated and flexible. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s Degree in relevant area of study Experience in a Catholic Cemetery/Funeral setting SALARY DOE plus a full suite of benefits and possible relocation assistance Spokane, Washington, is a wonderful place to live and work in the beautiful Pacific Northwest.  Spokane’s attractions include four seasons, a vibrant downtown, amazing walking trails, five ski resorts within 90 minutes of downtown, dozens of lakes within one hour, the spectacular beauty of Spokane Falls, five universities and two medical schools, over 50 microbreweries and wine tasting rooms, and a rich variety for every lifestyle, plus an easy commute to outlying areas. TO APPLY :  Email resume, cover letter, names and contact information of three professional references to Aggie Patterson, Director of Human Resources to info@holycross-spokane.org ; review of applications begins January 15th, 2019, with an anticipated start date of March 1, 2019.

Catholic Charities Fort Worth (CCFW), is an enterprising nonprofit with a belief that ending poverty is possible. Our diverse services, poverty solutions, and income-generating social enterprises help tens of thousands in our 28-county diocese each year, most of whom are the working poor, some of whom are even Catholic. We strategically challenge the way poverty is addressed nationwide by scrupulously testing our own case management methods through research partnerships, exporting our known solutions to other nonprofits, and serving as a resource for what works on Capitol Hill. We have been entrusted with a 108-year legacy of doing good and have a bold goal to end poverty for 10,000 families in our community by 2026.

OUR MISSION As the charitable arm of the Archdiocese of Denver, and inspired by God’s love and compassion, Catholic Charities extends the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need. WHO WE ARE Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Denver has been serving northern Colorado since 1927. We serve tens of thousands of people each year in seven ministries: Marisol Services (for women), Early Childhood Education, Shelter Services, Archdiocesan Housing, Sacred Heart Counseling; Family, Kinship, and Senior Services; and Parish & Community Services. We also provide disaster relief services, such as the northern Colorado floods of 2013. Catholic Charities is open to, and serves, all people. Volunteers donated 72,980 hours of their time to serve others through Catholic Charities in our most recent fiscal year. We collaborate with Catholic parishes, local businesses, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, medical facilities and educational institutions. HOW WE HELP WE ALLEVIATE SUFFERING OF THOSE IN CRISIS BY Feeding the hungry Providing shelter to the homeless Providing clothing to the destitute Preventing evictions and utility shutoffs Providing case management and referrals to preserve and promote self-sufficiency   WE PRESERVE AND PROTECT THE DIGNITY AND WELL-BEING OF THE POOR AND VUNERABLE BY Helping seniors to live independently without being isolated Providing assistance to victims of crime Giving legal assistance and advocacy to immigrants Offering mental health services Providing early childhood education Offering intensive case management to foster self-sufficiency Providing low-income and senior housing WE PROVIDE SAFETY AND PERMANANCY FOR CHILDREN BY Preventing neglect and abuse Supporting families that open their home to children in need of safety Providing counseling for pregnant moms and birth parents Providing kinship care to relatives raising children Providing adoption counseling  

The personnel of the administrative departments of the Diocese of Baton Rouge collaborate with the bishop in his work of evangelizing, catechizing, leading worship and giving pastoral care to the people of the larger community, and support the parishes, schools and other organizations of the diocese in accomplishing their ministry.

The Diocese of Lexington was established in 1988 by Pope John Paul II. The diocese was formed from parts of the Archdiocese of Louisville and the Diocese of Covington, covering almost 16,400 square miles and representing 50 counties in Central and Eastern Kentucky. The Diocese of Lexington serves the Horse Capital of the World, with its lavish horse-farms as well as central Appalachia. The 40 Appalachian counties of Lexington are the "other America," where 74 percent of children live below the federal poverty line. The Catholic population of the diocese, at 3% of the total, is very small. In addition, an estimated 60% of the total population within the bounds of the diocese does not belong to any church or denomination, although most of the residents would identify themselves as Christian. The city of Lexington and the surrounding counties are a center of commerce, transportation and education; within this generally prosperous area, however, there are many people in need. The majority of the counties within the diocese are rural and mountain areas, facing the challenges of high rates of unemployment, high rates of poverty, and the problems that affect communities when so many lack basic necessities. Thus, the Diocese of Lexington is designated as a mission diocese within the United States: the geographic, demographic and economic characteristics indicate an acute need to evangelize Gospel values and to provide outreach services elevating human dignity and eliminating human suffering.

Catholic Funeral & Cemetery Services (CFCS) is a charitable organization founded in faith and dedicated to providing education, outreach, and professional funeral, cremation and cemetery services while following the teachings of the Church. With CFCS, you can be assured that you and your family comes first. CFCS knows that the loss of a loved one is always difficult. Celebrating the gift of faith with family and friends is an essential part of the healing process. Our professional staff walks with you through this trying and often tiresome journey while we educate and guide you towards making the right end-of-life decisions for yourself or your loved ones. With programs and services for immediate needs and programs for those who wish to plan in advance, CFCS is a resource that families can trust. If a loved one passes, whether unexpectedly or from an illness, it can be one of the most challenging times of your life. At CFCS we believe in providing the education and guidance you need during this time to make the best decisions for you and your family. At CFCS we believe that planning ahead is one of the most loving and responsible things you can do for your family. Our experienced Family Service Advisors assist in planning for you or your family’s funeral and cemetery needs/services ahead of time to ensure wishes are met and that there is no emotional overspending or stress at a time that should be devoted to grieving and healing. CFCS is committed to helping people from all walks of life, regardless of their family situation or financial status. We offer many different educational and financial assistance programs available to those who are in need. At CFCS, we believe in educating families about our services, the Order of Christian Funerals and all of the end-of-life options available to them. It is not our job to tell a family what their end-of-life services should entail, or try to sway them in one direction or another. We are a committed resource for families, guiding them to ultimately making the best decision based on their life and financial circumstances.

Vision: We see a world where each individual understands their God-given mission in life and is doing their best to fulfill it; a world where Catholic leaders are influential voices in society; a world where Jesus’ example of loving, servant leadership is modeled in every family, workplace, parish, and community.   Purpose: Catholic Leadership Institute (CLI) provides bishops, priests, deacons and lay persons in the Roman Catholic Church with world-class, pastoral leadership formation and consulting services that strengthen their confidence and competence in ministry, enabling them to articulate a vision for their local church, to call forth the gifts of those they lead, and to create more vibrant faith communities rooted in Jesus Christ.   Mission: The Catholic Leadership Institute's mission is to build Catholic leaders for today and tomorrow. We empower people with the finest leadership skills and tools to help them reach their God-given potential as Catholic leaders and Christian witnesses in their family, workplace, community and Church. Equipping Leaders. Igniting Hope.

The Catholic League is the nation s largest Catholic civil rights organization. Founded in 1973 by the late Father Virgil C. Blum, S.J., the Catholic League defends the right of Catholics lay and clergy alike to participate in American public life without defamation or discrimination. Motivated by the letter and the spirit of the First Amendment, the Catholic League works to safeguard both the religious freedom rights and the free speech rights of Catholics whenever and wherever they are threatened.

Welcome to Catholic Mission Trips, Inc., where we help faithful Catholics fulfill their call to serve the poor. Catholic Mission Trips, Inc. had its beginnings 15 years ago. Inspired by Bl. Mother Theresa and St. Pope John Paul II, Steve Nasche, a Youth Director for a Catholic Parish, wanted to do a mission trip to let American youth experience the culture and spirituality of Mexico, as well as assist the people by building homes, chapels, and schools. He contacted person after person and made call after call looking for a place. Finally, he got in touch with Sr. Norma and the relationship with the Missionaries of Jesus was born! Steve began planning mission trips every summer for the Catholic parish he was working for and continued the annual Mexico Mission Trip for his 8 years as a parish youth director. Eventually word got out and soon Steve had other catholic parishes joining him. Thus the concept of Catholic Mission Trips began. We understand that there are lots of people out there who would love to go on a mission trip, but just don’t have any connections or think it’s too difficult to plan. That is where Catholic Mission Trips, Inc., comes in. We do the planning and handle all the logistics for you. All the parish group needs to do is sign up and come. We handle everything else. We make it as easy as possible for groups to have a mission trip experience. We have experienced an overwhelming response since our humble beginnings. We have been a part of mission trips to Mexico, Costa Rica, Honduras, Haiti, Belize, Dominican Republic, South Texas, New Mexico, Joplin, and New Orleans. Highlights: In 2010 we hired our first 5 full time summer staff members and in the summer of 2012, we had 13 full time staff members.  In 2011 we received our official nonprofit status from the IRS. Catholic Mission Trips Inc. is a 501c3 nonprofit based in Texas. Now all donations to Catholic Mission Trips, Inc.,  are tax deductible. In 2014 we hired our first full time staff member.  

Catholic News Agency was founded in 2004, in response to Pope St. John Paul II’s call for a “New Evangelization." It is one of the fastest-growing Catholic news providers in the world. CNA provides free, up-to-the-minute news affecting the Universal Church, giving particular emphasis to the words of the Holy Father and happenings of the Holy See, to any person with access to the internet. CNA is proud to offer free access to its news items to Catholic dioceses, parishes, and websites, in order to increase awareness of the activities of the universal Church and to foster a sense of Catholic thought and culture in the life of every Catholic. Though its focus is spread throughout the world, CNA closely covers the Catholic Church in the United States and news related to the creation of a culture of life. Origins:    The Catholic News Agency's roots begin with its sister agency, ACI Prensa, which was founded in Lima, Peru, in 1980 by Fr. Adalbert Marie Mohm (†1986) Fr. Mohm, a German missionary, wanted to provide a steady flow of Catholic news to the secular media and to news readers, in order to increase the visibility of the Catholic Church in the public square and to help serve its mission. Today ACI Prensa ( www.aciprensa.com ) is the largest and most visited online source of Catholic news in Spanish and Portuguese. Catholic News Agency is overseen by Mr. Alejandro Bermúdez, who serves as executive director of CNA and ACI Prensa. Mr. Bermúdez, a Peruvian journalist, received his training in Social Communications from the University of Lima. In addition to serving as head of CNA and ACI Prensa, he is also the Latin American correspondent for Our Sunday Visitor, the National Catholic Register, and the Spanish magazine Razón y Fe. He is also the host of Cara a Cara on EWTN. In accord with its goal to provide Catholic news free of charge, CNA and ACI Prensa are funded, almost entirely, by gifts from our readers and benefactors. Catholic News Agency is an apostolate of EWTN News. if you would like to be a part of this dynamic and growing organization, please click the JOBS tab above to explore what we currently have available. 

Catholic Social Services of Southern Nebraska, founded in 1932, is the charitable arm of the Diocese of Lincoln, serving all people regardless of faith in the southern third of Nebraska.  Inspired by God’s love and compassion, Immaculate Heart Counseling Center extends the healing ministry of Jesus Christ by bringing psychology to the service of the Church in the Diocese of Lincoln.  More information about our mission and agency can be found at  www.cssisus.org .

About Us Our Mission Catholic Social Services of Washtenaw County is a member agency of the Diocese of Lansing Catholic Charities. “The mission of Catholic Charities is the work of the Catholic Church, to share the love of Christ by performing the corporal and spiritual works of mercy.” As a member of our community, we believe our work attains the greatest benefit when we join with our neighbors and colleagues to create a responsive, compassionate society where all are valued, honored and have the opportunity to thrive. In seeking justice and changing lives, we honor God. Our Vision Help people live safe, meaningful and independent lives, in a more just community. Our Core Values Dignity of all creation Compassion Preferential option for people who are disadvantaged Community Stewardship Catholic Social Teaching History The Way We Were & Who We Are Today When the Diocese of Detroit and community leaders established Catholic Social Services in May 1959, the mission was to extend a helping hand to struggling families regardless of their faith, race or economic background. We salute the legacy and foresight of these remarkable individuals who understood the value of their undertaking. Embracing the tenets of Catholic social teaching, the new agency dedicated itself to changing the lives of our neighbors in the most vulnerable circumstances. That is as true today as it was 50 years ago. Certainly, Washtenaw County was a much different place in 1959. The Big Three automakers were the only players in town—what was good for GM truly was good for the country. A gallon of gas cost 25 cents. Barbie Dolls and Motown launched that year while families gathered around their black and white TVs watching the antics of Beaver Cleaver. Americans feared the threat of nuclear war made all the more ominous by Fidel Castro’s Cuban revolution. As you would expect, the mindset of the 1950’s also influenced how CSSW approached the issues of the day. The discourse surrounding out-of-wedlock pregnancies was uttered, if at all, in hushed, disapproving tones; no one would have encouraged an unmarried mom to parent or openly communicate with her child’s adoptive family. Divorce was blamed for nearly all family dysfunction. Domestic abuse was years away from public scrutiny and growing older typically meant growing feeble. The Agency’s founding philosophy of family preservation affirmed these deeply held beliefs, which by contemporary standards may seem quaint, naïve or even dogmatic. Today’s vision—to help people live safe, meaningful and independent lives, in a more just community—is much broader, reflecting the increasing diversity of our contemporary culture. In addition to offering more than two dozen programs designed for myriad life challenges, we also collaborate on initiatives with our colleagues in the non-profit and government sectors. Without a doubt, CSSW has come a long way. Though subtle, our role as an agency has evolved from helping clients achieve social parity to promoting personal empowerment. That being said, we would never be where we are today if it wasn’t for the commitment of our founders from the Diocese, local parishes and the community at large. They put into action the teachings of the Catholic Church to support those most in need. With gratitude and a good dose of humility, let us honor those board members, staff and volunteers who came before us as CSSW looks forward to starting its second 50 years. Clearly, there is much work yet to be done, needs new and timeless, that are still unmet. It is a tall order, but one we enthusiastically embrace. Because changing lives—then, now and forever—is what we do.  

Established in 1959, Catholic Social Services of Washtenaw County is a member agency of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Lansing. CSSW is a non-profit, social service organization that provides many services to individuals and families in need throughout Washtenaw, Jackson, and Branch Counties.