Mercy in Action Stories

Burial assistance offers relief for the souls left behind

The financial assistance Alissa* received from Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago to cover the cost of burying her brother was “a godsend,”...

Transitioning to safety and strength

Catholic Charities partnered with Saint Clement Parish to open Madonna House in February 2024 as a transitional home and counseling program for survivors of...

Christmas Magic: Join Us in the Celebration of Giving

As the holiday season nears, some struggling families worry they won’t be able to capture the magic of Christmas. That’s where the Catholic Charities...

Aging in place with dignity at Frances Manor

With well-kept grounds, and staff that greets everyone warmly, it is not surprising that there’s a four-year waiting list for one of the 75...

Holy moments are everywhere for these weekly volunteers

The journey from Venezuela to Chicago for Dr. Carlos Fernandez may not reflect the path followed by the many recent arrivals he serves as...

After Supper Visions

On the streets of Chicago, life inspires art

Photographers and guests connect at the After Supper Visions exhibit on Friday, September 20. For Lisa, discovering photography has made her life on the...

Welcoming migrants with great love

Janice Roche and Susan Poole, parishioners at St. Barnabas, whose volunteer work has supported recent arrivals to the Chicago region. Saint Teresa of Calcutta...

A beacon of love and understanding for survivors of suicide loss

When investigative reporter Meg Kissinger set out to write her first article on America’s mental health system, her goal was to explore the discrimination...

For these moms, “putting in the work is the reward”

Catholic Charities Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Program has been empowering families with single heads of household to overcome obstacles and achieve self-sufficiency since 1984. The...

Levenfeld Pearlstein: A partnership of welcome

Tuesday night supper guests are served dinner at their table by Noreen Russo, Senior Director of Program Operations for Catholic Charities 721 N. LaSalle St....