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Happy to be home
An 18-month nightmare, one that seemed much longer at times, was over. No longer would he be confined to living in only the den and kitchen of his home that was ravaged by Hurricane Ida.
After two months of living in front of his house in a customized POD with a temporary wall, window and air conditioner, Hawkins was finally able to stretch out in his den and wake up in his own bed. Click here to read more
CCDBR food bank to help serve needy in rural areas
A pilot food pantry program launched by Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Baton Rouge will provide food to underserved residents in the rural areas of the diocese as well as offering the same service in the Baton Rouge area. Click here to read more.
What’s next? A flood overwhelms a woman’s home in Bayou Pigeon
The stench of wet wood and mold, cooked under the Louisiana sun, smothers you as you walk into Janet Derrick’s house. The floors remain wet a few days after a dam broke in Iberville Parish. The flooring gives way under each step. After delivering a meal, we asked Janet: “What else do you need?”
Meet Mr. Louis Gibson, Joseph Homes Graduate!
Joseph Homes is the first step to rebuilding the lives of homeless men recently released from prison. Joseph Homes provides short-term housing in a private, clean, efficiency apartment, food, clothing, and referrals for healthcare, mental health counseling, as well as support group meeting for ex-offenders. (more…)
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Happy to be home
An 18-month nightmare, one that seemed much longer at times, was over. No longer would he be confined to living in only the den and kitchen of his home that was ravaged by Hurricane Ida.
After two months of living in front of his house in a customized POD with a temporary wall, window and air conditioner, Hawkins was finally able to stretch out in his den and wake up in his own bed. Click here to read more
CCDBR food bank to help serve needy in rural areas
A pilot food pantry program launched by Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Baton Rouge will provide food to underserved residents in the rural areas of the diocese as well as offering the same service in the Baton Rouge area. Click here to read more.
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What’s next? A flood overwhelms a woman’s home in Bayou Pigeon
The stench of wet wood and mold, cooked under the Louisiana sun, smothers you as you walk into Janet Derrick’s house. The floors remain wet a few days after a dam broke in Iberville Parish. The flooring gives way under each step. After delivering a meal, we asked Janet: “What else do you need?”
Meet Mr. Louis Gibson, Joseph Homes Graduate!
Joseph Homes is the first step to rebuilding the lives of homeless men recently released from prison. Joseph Homes provides short-term housing in a private, clean, efficiency apartment, food, clothing, and referrals for healthcare, mental health counseling, as well as support group meeting for ex-offenders. (more…)
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Today, team members came together for an early #MemorialDay gathering. Before the fun, food, and fellowship, we took a moment to reflect on the lives of those who have died in service to our country and their families. Thank you to all who have served to protect our freedoms. #CCDBR #catholiccharities
Dr. Lisa Namikas was featured on Sunday Journal as a Make-a-Difference Mom in honor of Mother's Day. Check out the segment! #volunteer #CCDBR #catholiccharities
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After a fun and exciting morning, volunteers celebrate preparation of about 20,000 pounds of food for 620 people. Every month, Catholic Charities' Faith-Full Mobile Food Pantry brings food to underserved areas in the Diocese of Baton Rouge. The need is greater than our current reach, and donations are needed to expand this much-needed program. Visit CatholicCharitiesBR.org to donate today!
Today is Birth Mother’s Day. Make a gift today to recognize mothers who made the selfless decision to make an adoption plan for their child. Visit CatholicCharitiesBR.org/mothersday. #birthmothersday #CatholicCharities #CCDBR
