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Welcome to Our New President, Brian O’Malley!

Archbishop Robert J. Carlson has appointed Brian J. O’Malley as the new president of Catholic Charities-Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Since 2009, Mr. O’Malley has served as Executive Director of the Homeless Services Coalition that coordinates services to the homeless throughout the Kansas City area. Prior to his role at Homeless Services Coalition, he served as Executive Director of Family Services of the Mid-South as well as Associated Catholic Charities-Diocese of Memphis, where he developed the agency into the largest single social service provider in Tennessee.

Catholic Charities Housing Resource Center (CCHRC) is in need of supplies to distribute to the homeless people they serve. If you plan to make a very large donation, please contact Jane Schoeck at jschoeck@ccstl.org or 314-244-7106 to confirm details. CCHRC is at 800 N Tucker, 63101.

Personal Items:

Deodorant, Toothpaste, Toothbrush, Soap, Shampoo, Men's underwear (t-shirts/undershorts), White socks (men and women's), Lotion, Feminine Hygiene products, Washcloths, Disposable razors

Food Items:

Peanut Butter, Wrapped crackers & cheese, Wrapped crackers & peanut butter, Granola bars, Fruit bars, Fruit snacks, Tuna, Spaghetti and meatballs, Beef ravioli, Beef stew, Chicken & Dumplings, Soup, Baked beans, Pork & Beans

St. Patrick's Irish Open

Join us for the 2010 St. Patrick's Irish Open

when for the 26th year, we will raise money to help St. Patrick Center clients build permanent, positive change! Our elegant Irish Open dinner auction will be held Saturday, June 5 from 5-10pm at the Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis. Our distinguished Irish Open golf tournament will be held Monday, June 7 at Norwood Hills Country Club, with morning and afternoon play. To reserve your dinner table or golfer fivesome, contact Katie Holcomb at 314-802-1976 or kholcomb@stpatrickcenter.org

Centennial Prayer

Catholic Charities USA Centennial Prayer

2010 marks the 100th Anniversary of Catholic Charities USA.

Please pray this prayer on behalf of Catholic Charities USA.

Lenten Message-Pope Benedict XVI

Pope Benedict XVI's message for Lent 2010 is a reflection on "The justice of God has been manifested through faith in Jesus Christ." (Rm 3:21-22). He reflects on the "profound link between faith in God who 'lifts the needy from the ash heap' (Ps 113, 7) and justice towards one's neighbor."

To assist your reflection on these themes, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has an entire page of Lenten resources. The USCCB has also created an Examination of Conscience based on the Seven Principles of Catholic Social Teaching.