Staff profile: Lucio!
Lucio Caruso was pretty happy living in Michigan, where he had lived since moving there from Italy when he was 18 months old. His sons and grandchildren were there. His work was there. And then?
“I got a call from an agency in Louisville. God brought me here.”
Even so, Lucio wasn’t working with the new agency very long before he realized “this is not who I […]
Andy Aliaga-Mendoza leaving CCL
Andy Aliaga-Mendoza, an accredited representative with Immigration Legal Services, will mark her last day with Catholic Charities on Friday, July 2. We wish her all the best in her new endeavors. Thank you for your service to people who need help, especially the poor and oppressed.
Did you know …
Did you know that our very own Mission Department helps make important support groups available in the Archdiocese? For instance…
Grandparents raising grandchildren can get help from the Family Raising Children support group. Get lots of helpful info, resources and, best of all, the insight and support of others sharing your experience. Call or email: 502-424-4201 or 941-228-0261; janieoaks1234@gmail.com or sherriclary12@gmail.com.
If you know a grandparent raising […]
Thanks to Doors to Hope
Big love to Doors to Hope, who donated furniture to Sister Visitor Center for offices, and to Migration and Refugee Services for clients. Pictured here are SVC office manager Shaniece Conner and Sister Brenda, SCN. Thank you!
Lucio’s farewell is this Wednesday
Our beloved Deacon Lucio Caruso is counting down his final days at Catholic Charities of Louisville. Now dry up those tears and get ready to celebrate his time with us and his new work at St. Ignatius Martyr.
Please stop by the kitchen on Fourth Street on Wednesday, June 30, from noon to 2 p.m. Lucio will be there laughing, singing, crying, and probably serving coffee. Please don’t miss this chance […]
Have a chill weekend.
Keep it cool, kids.
6 months to Christmas!
It’s only six months until Christmas. You’re welcome. If you’re in the mood for gift giving now, consider gifting backpacks and school supplies (paper, pens and pencils, calculators, markers, glue, binders, folders, etc.) to Sister Visitor Center for kiddos in West Louisville. Drop off to Sister Visitor Center by July 23. Cash donations are welcome, too!
Becky Jetton joins SVC
Becky Jetton has joined Sister Visitor Center as a case manager. She comes from a background in social services. She was first employed with Seven Counties/Kentucky Impact where she served children with severe emotional disabilities, and their families, in year-round therapeutic programs . She also spent nearly 13 years with the Center for Women and Families where she focused on service to survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual assault. Becky stands against the oppressive […]
Safe at home … at last
Our Immigration Legal Services team has worked with a family for six years to help the wife secure permanent lawful residence. It was a long process, but last month she had her final interview with the U.S. Consulate and obtained her permanent residency! Now she, her U.S.-born husband, and U.S. citizen daughter can enjoy life together. Thanks to the ILS team for your great work serving those in need, especially the poor and oppressed. […]