Aug 20, 2020
Part 2: In part 1, we talked about the “lost sheep” within the fold: how the ability to flourish as human beings is affected in people who struggle with feelings of being unloved or being unable to live as their authentic selves. So, what do we do with these “lost... read more
Aug 18, 2020
A therapist explores two obstacles to human flourishing As a mental health therapist for 17 years, I have noticed a consistent trend emerging among most of my clients. They fall into either one or both of two categories. Both of these categories affect our ability to... read more
Aug 14, 2020
This year Zoila Godoy finally received the news that she had been waiting over three years for when an Immigration Judge approved her application for asylum, permitting her and her son to stay in the United States. Zoila’s long path to safety was treacherous. After... read more
Jul 16, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic that has gripped our nation has not stopped our team at Catholic Charities Hogar Immigrant Services – Legal from providing essential legal services to migrants who come to us for assistance. Nor has the United States Citizenship and... read more
Apr 24, 2020
During this time of social distancing and with large gatherings of people banned, Catholic Charities’ Mercy Van (also known as the Mobile Response Center or MRC) has not been as…mobile. But we’ve still found ways to serve safely. Thanks to our generous... read more
Apr 17, 2020
Sometimes, a handwritten letter can make all the difference. That’s what Maria Mellor thought when she wrote up 70 lovely cards and mailed them to senior participants of our St. Martin de Porres Senior Center who’ve been home since mid-March due to the coronavirus... read more
Apr 9, 2020
Folks in Manassas out to quickly pick up a few groceries during the current COVID-19 pandemic might have wondered what was up this week if they happened by our storefront Migration and Refugee Services program and saw the stuffed multi-colored bags lined up in front... read more
Apr 3, 2020
With the rapid changes brought on by COVID-19, there is an incredible level of stress for everyone in the country. We have worries about our families, our work, finances, and loved ones living in areas that may be experiencing an even greater impact than here in the... read more
Mar 25, 2020
Like all stories Fausto’s story is unique. But, like many we see here at the Catholic Charities Diocese of Arlington Education and Workforce Development program, it also shares three factors in common with other success stories we encounter. Those factors —... read more
