Compassion on Purpose
Our blog is a collection of stories, columns, perspectives, and updates about the Catholic Charities of Central Colorado community. Blogs are grouped into Stories of Hope, Caritas Corner, Volunteer Voice, and Guest Insights.
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Story of Hope | Jennifer & Steve
After retiring from the military, Steve was ready for a new beginning with his wife, Jennifer, and their three...
January 17, 2018
Story of Hope | Medical Clinic Support
Imagine that you fall off your bike and get a nasty cut. Naturally, you might rush to the Emergency...
January 17, 2018
Story of Hope | Jason
Jason is a self-described “extrovert to the max.” You can find him nearly every day at the Marian House...
January 17, 2018
Story of Hope | Liz
Being alone and homeless is tough. It’s much more difficult with three young children. Liz had a good amount...
January 17, 2018
Story of Hope | Cyndi
Cyndi was adopted when she was three months old. Her mom told her that the first time they saw...
January 17, 2018
Volunteer Voice | Bob
“I appreciate the opportunity to serve,” Bob said when asked why he volunteers at the Marian House Soup Kitchen...
January 17, 2018
Story of Hope | Overcoming Addiction Together
In 2012, after nearly 16 years of cocaine use, Michelle found herself alone in a shelter in Colorado Springs. ...
January 17, 2018
Story of Hope | Sarah K.
After leaving an abusive situation, Sarah ran out of funds before she could find a job and settle down. ...
January 16, 2018
Story of Hope | A Journey to Stability
Choosing to leave an abusive relationship can be one of the toughest choices a person can make. It can...
December 29, 2017
Volunteer Voice | Spencer Hope Volunteers from Iowa
BY JAY VAN GELDER, YOUTH PASTOR AT HOPE REFORM CHURCH I started going to the Marian House back in...
September 13, 2017
Story of Hope | Shirley & Mike
That is what Shirley King has done. After a brief bout of homelessness, Shirley was working to get her...
September 7, 2017
Story of Hope | Simone
Simone’s childhood took place somewhere between living with her homeless mother and going in and out of foster care....
July 28, 2017
Story of Hope | Terri
BY BRANDI RANDLE Terri knows a little about karma. After being an independent businessman, accused of theft, taking advantage...
June 28, 2017
Guest Insights | LSCDC Reaches Milestone: Over 200 Jobs Filled and Counting!
BY ROCHELLE SCHLORTT Catholic Charities of Central Colorado announced today their Life Skills & Career Development Center (LSCDC) has...
June 22, 2017
Guest Insights | Families Experience Hunger Every Day
BY ROCHELLE SCHLORTT Hunger Awareness Month is a time to get educated about hunger issues that affect the people...
June 16, 2017