Giving Christmas Comfort and Joy to Hurricane Helene Victims

Published on December 26, 2024

Rebuilding efforts and aid are supplemented by spiritual support and gifts for families in need Hurricane Helene struck the southeastern U.S. in late September, killing hundreds and damaging or destroying many homes, businesses, roads and infrastructure. Among the worst hit...

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Christmas is extra special for formerly homeless Long Island man, thanks to Catholic Charities

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Young families celebrate first Christmas in US with hope, despite their needs

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They crossed the border in fear, arrived with nothing and still have little. They are the immigrants who have just arrived by bus to the Washington area, often cold and in need, like Jesus, Mary and Joseph looking for shelter in Bethlehem.Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington hosted a Christmas party for 250 of them Dec. 6 at the agency's center in Silver Spring, a Washington suburb.