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Joining Zac and Ashley on this week's episode of “Jesuitical” is Kerry Robinson, the president and CEO of Catholic Charities USA, the domestic humanitarian arm of the Catholic Church in the United States. Kerry was recently awarded the Notre Dame's Laetare Medal, the oldest and most prestigious honor bestowed exclusively on American Catholics. Zac, Ashley and Kerry discuss: - Kerry's family history of serving the Catholic Church - The importance of having more women in leadership positions in the church  - How Kerry has navigated challenging political opposition to Catholic Charities' work with migrants and refugees In Signs of the Times, Zac and Ashley discuss the Supreme Court's likelihood to side with Catholic Charities in a religious-rights case; and a recent article in The Economist about Carlo Acutis, who is set to be made the first “millennial saint” on Apr. 27, 2025.  Links for further reading:  Kerry Alys Robinson, president and CEO of Catholic Charities USA, to receive 2025 Laetare Medal Catholic Charities USA: Working to Reduce Poverty in America Supreme Court seems likely to side with Catholic Charities in religious-rights case The secret life of the first millennial saint Zac's NYC marathon Catholic Charities fundraiser You can follow us on X and on Instagram @jesuiticalshow.   You can find us on Facebook at facebook.com/groups/jesuitical.  Please consider supporting Jesuitical by becoming a digital subscriber to America magazine at americamagazine.org/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gloria Purvis is an author, commentator, public scholar, and the host and executive producer of The Gloria Purvis Podcast. Through her media presence, she has been a strong Catholic voice for life issues, religious liberty, and racial justice. She was Our Sunday Visitor's Catholic of the Year for 2020.She presented a powerful video series entitled Racism, Human Dignity and The Catholic Church through the Word on Fire Institute. She was part of a groundbreaking, exclusive interview with Pope Francis with a delegation from America Media.Most recently, she delivered one of the keynote speeches at the historic National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis, Indiana. She is the Inaugural Pastoral Fellow at the McGrath Institute for Church Life at Notre Dame University and recently received Honorary Doctorates in Humane Letters from the University of Portland in Oregon and Salve Regina University in Rhode Island. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for Catholic Charities USA. We talked today about our Christian responsibility not only to avoid acting unjustly, but also to actively oppose injustice.Listen to an extra segment on our Patreon page.

In his first month back in office, Donald Trump has made cruelty toward migrants and refugees central to his agenda, while J. D. Vance has used his flawed understanding of Catholic social teaching to justify the administration's plans for mass deportation.  Their actions and remarks have alarmed many in the Church. On this episode, three guests tell us how and why. Massimo Faggioli, Commonweal contributor and Villanova University professor addresses the challenges for Catholicism in the second Trump era.  Kerry Robinson, the head of Catholic Charities USA, explains the vital work of her organization and who will be most harmed by the freezes in federal funding.  And Cardinal Blase Cupich of the Archdiocese of Chicago speaks about why “the protection and advocacy for the dignity of migrants” is the Church's new “preeminent urgency.” For further reading:  Massimo Faggioli on what American regime change means for the Church Griffin Oleynick on Francis's rebuke of J. D. Vance's ethno-nationalism Terence Sweeney on how the bishops may respond to Trump

At Christmas time, many charities ramp up their services to help people living along the margins in society, regardless of their faith. Catholic Charities USA is one of them. Monsignor John Enzler, former head of the Washington DC chapter of Catholic Charities USA tells VOA's Carol Van Dam some 50,000 volunteers and staffers work to create hope for those in need.

This week's show is my eye-opening conversation with Anera CEO Sean Carroll, who takes us inside the immense challenges of delivering aid in Gaza. Sean shares the stark reality of what's happening on the ground:   • How Anera's team has managed to deliver 41 million meals and 8 million medical treatments despite tremendous obstacles • Why only 20% of needed aid is getting through, and what that means for families • The daily risks faced by humanitarian workers • How everyday people can make a real difference, whether through $5 monthly donations or spreading awareness   Sean's perspective is both heartbreaking and hopeful: "People want to respond. People want to bring out the best in themselves and in their community in terms of supporting humanity."   Did You Catch Last Week's Episode?   YMCA USA CEO Suzanne McCormick shared how the Y is tackling one of America's biggest challenges: social isolation. Learn how they're: • Building bridges across communities through the innovative "Team Up Project" • Creating spaces where everyone belongs • Serving 13 million members while staying true to their 175-year legacy  

This week, we explore how the Y-USA is adapting to serve America while staying true to its 175-year legacy. CEO Suzanne McCormick shares insights on:   • How YMCAs serve as community hubs, engaging 13 million members nationwide (5 million under age 18) • The innovative "Team Up Project" partnering with Interfaith America, Catholic Charities USA, and Habitat for Humanity to bridge societal divides • YMCA's response to the "epidemic of social isolation" through intentional programming and community spaces   Memorable insights: "The Y is a partner to parents. Parents know their children are in a safe place that allows them to balance work and school schedules."   "We represent the diversity of real America within our movement... we have people who think differently but come together to work on a common mission."   ICYMI: Check out last week's episode with Network for Good CEO Abby Ross   Key takeaways: • Network for Good has facilitated $5 billion in donations to half a million charities • The organization is launching the Giving Platform Collaborative to reduce friction in online giving • They're leveraging AI to improve fund delivery and accessibility • New initiatives focus on supporting Black-led nonprofits and grassroots organizations   Listen on your favorite podcast platform or watch on BBB Wise Giving Alliance's YouTube channel.   #HeartOfGiving #Nonprofits #CommunityImpact #YMCA #NetworkForGood        

Healthy boundaries are the foundation for growth, healing, and authentic connections in therapy. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Ragan Schriver, PsyD, MSW, about how setting clear limits protects both therapists and clients while promoting real change. Ragan is an Associate Professor of Practice at the University of Tennessee College of Social Work, Director of the MSSW Program at the Knoxville Campus, and chair of the Forensic Social Work Certificate Program. He also serves as Special Assistant to the President of Catholic Charities USA, helping to develop integrated health programs across the network. Join us as we explore the evolution of boundaries in clinical work, common misconceptions, and practical strategies for teaching boundary-setting skills.   For more information about the University of Tennessee and its College of Social Work Program, please visit: https://www.csw.utk.edu/ For more information about the UT College of Social Work's Trauma Treatment Post-Graduate Certification Program, please visit: https://csw.utk.edu/academics-and-programs/postgraduate-certificates/trauma-treatment/ For more information about the UT College of Social Work's Organized Leadership Post-Graduate Certification Program, please visit: https://csw.utk.edu/academics-and-programs/postgraduate-certificates/organizational-leadership/ If you are interested in an Information Session to learn more about UT's Social Work Program, learn more at: https://csw.utk.edu/admissions-and-aid/visit/attend-an-information-session/#online

In our polarized society today, the need for civil dialogue is great. So how do we approach that dialogue as Catholics? And what are some of the tools from our faith tradition that we can use in overcoming polarization?   This episode of “The Gloria Purvis Podcast” features a panel discussion between Cardinal Robert McElroy of San Diego, Bishop Robert Barron of Winona-Rochester, Minn., and Bishop Daniel Flores of Brownsville, Tex. The conversation includes reflections on their roles as shepherds and leaders in their dioceses and in the U.S. church, and on important topics such as the Synod on Synodality, a spirit of encounter and where to find hope amid polarization.  This conversation originally aired as a virtual event co-sponsored by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, Catholic Charities USA, Glenmary Home Missioners and the Jesuit Conference. It's part of “Civilize It,” a U.S.C.C.B. initiative in response to Pope Francis' invitation to a better kind of politics, in which Catholics are called to seek the truth, build bridges and find solutions for the common good together.   Please consider supporting this podcast by getting a digital subscription to America Media at www.americamagazine.com/subscribe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cleanup from Hurricane Milton is underway as residents are returning home after the storm barreled across Florida – we speak with Kim Burgo of Catholic Charities USA to hear how Catholic agencies are helping lead relief efforts. It's been one year since Hamas launched an unprecedented terrorist attack on Israel – we speak with a Catholic survivor of the Hamas attack in her first on-camera interview to hear how she says God protected her. At the start of the Synod, the Vatican's doctrinal chief shut down speculation about further theological study into the possibility of women being ordained as deacons – Catholic News Agency correspondent Kristina Millare reports with more from the Vatican. We look back on Kamala Harris' previous scrutiny of judicial nominees over their Knights of Columbus membership – and what it might reveal about her relationship with Catholics and Catholic beliefs. Colm Flynn takes us high up into the steeple of an Irish cathedral to hear how one musician shares the unique sound of the carillon.

Good morning! On today's show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Jennifer Dyer from Catholic Charities USA to discuss their relief efforts in the wake of hurricanes Helene and Milton. Other guests include Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture and Fr. Jonathan Duncan from Bone Church Revival to preview the Sunday Mass readings. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports, and a whole lot more...

Good morning! On today's show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Jennifer Dyer from Catholic Charities USA to discuss their relief efforts in the wake of hurricanes Helene and Milton. Other guests include Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture and Fr. Jonathan Duncan from Bone Church Revival to preview the Sunday Mass readings. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports, and a whole lot more… ***** Morning prayer of St. John Henry Newman May the Lord support us all the day long,Till the shades lengthen and the evening comes,and the busy world is hushed, and the fever of life is over,and our work is done.Then in his mercy may he give us a safe lodging,and holy rest, and peace at the last. ***** Contributions to relief efforts for Hurricanes Helene and Milton can be made at catholiccharitiesusa.org. Ted Flynn is online at iwopf.org. Full list of guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this conversation, Edmund interviews Krisanne Vaillancourt Murphy, the executive director of the Catholic Mobilizing Network (CMN), about the fifth commandment and the work of CMN in promoting the value of life over death. They discuss the history and implications of the death penalty, the role of faith-based advocacy, and the challenges of promoting restorative justice. They also explore the misconceptions and myths surrounding the death penalty and the need for a deeper understanding of the Gospel's call to respect life. The conversation explores the themes of justice, vengeance, and retribution in relation to the death penalty. The revised paragraph 2267 of the Catechism is discussed, highlighting the church's teaching that the death penalty is inadmissible because it attacks the inviolability and dignity of the human person. The conversation also touches on the importance of restorative justice and building a culture of life.00:00 Edmund introduces Krisanne Vaillancourt-Murphy, Executive Director of the Catholic Mobilizing Network (CMN). Krisanne shares her journey into faith-based advocacy, driven by a desire to address social justice issues. She discusses her inspiration from Pope Francis and the film "Dead Man Walking," emphasizing the importance of examining societal norms and moral convictions regarding the death penalty.09:26 In this segment, Edmund and Krisanne discuss surprising facts about the death penalty. Krisanne highlights that 70% of the world has deemed the death penalty illegal or immoral, contrasting with the US's stance. They delve into its historical and racial context, citing that half of US states still uphold it, driven by misconceptions about deterrence and retribution. Krisanne also reveals the staggering number of exonerations from death row and emphasizes the system's inherent flaws and injustices.20:41 Edmund and Krisanne discuss the Church's teaching regarding the death penalty and the revisions to paragraph 2267 of the catechism in 2018. They clarify that the Church's teaching never fundamentally changed, but the practical application changed with society's capacity to protect itself from criminals without resorting to death. The revision reflects a clear stance against the death penalty, aligning with the consistent call for human dignity.28:10 Krisanne reflects on the profound message in paragraph 2267 of the catechism, emphasizing the importance of not depriving anyone, regardless of their crime, of the possibility of redemption. She draws parallels to St. Paul's conversion, highlighting the abundant mercy of God. Edmund resonates with the counterintuitive nature of the Gospel, which challenges conventional notions of justice. They conclude with a call to action, urging listeners to engage in restorative justice efforts and advocate against the death penalty.This episode is sponsored This episode is sponsored by Catholic Charities USA.  Help Catholic Charities serve your neighbors in need.  Join us at  www.WeAreThere.US. An OSV Podcasts partner. Discover more ways to live, learn, and love your Catholic faith at osvpodcasts.com. Sharing stories, starting conversations.

 Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob talk about sports, weddings, the Priests, Deacons, Seminarians Retreat, fatherhood, Steubenville Youth Conferences, and the Eucharistic Revival Pilgrimage that came to Steubenville last weekend. This episode is sponsored by Catholic Charities USA.  Help Catholic Charities serve your neighbors in need. Join us at www.WeAreThere.US

In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Sister Donna Markham, PhD., an Adrian Dominican Sister and immediate past-president and CEO of Catholic Charities USA.  During her ministry there, she led the implementation of national initiatives directed at alleviating the suffering of vulnerable people in the United States.  Donna has dedicated the majority of her life as a licensed and board-certified clinical psychologist to the ministry of personal and global healing.  A writer, speaker and faith-driven leader, she is actively engaged in global peace initiatives and processes of reconciliation that have taken her across the world. Sister Donna received a doctorate in clinical psychology from the University of Detroit.  She is also the recipient of ten (10) honorary doctorates and has been named each year for the past eight years, as one of the Top 50 nonprofit leaders in the U.S. by The NonProfit Times.  Most recently, Sister Donna was honored by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for her extraordinary leadership on behalf of humanity.  In August 2023, she received the Outstanding Leadership Award from the Leadership Conference of Women Religious. And perhaps most impressive of all, Sister Markham was the answer to a question on Jeopardy! Listen to the show broadcast on Salem Radio in San Francisco, via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide or anytime, on ANY podcast platform, including Apple Podcast, Spotify, iTunes, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here. SHOW NOTES: SISTER DONNA MARKHAM, OP, PhD: BIO: BIO: Sister Donna Markham, OP, PhD WEBSITE: Catholic Charities USA ARTICLES: LCWR honors Sr. Donna Markham a 'transformational leader' who took on 'unsolvable problems' — Global Sisters Report CCUSA president and CEO, Sister Donna Markham, to retire — Catholic Charities USA Adrian Dominican Sister Donna Markham, OP, PhD, Receives Outstanding Leadership Award — Dominican Life USA VIDEO CLIPS: Award Presentation: Tribute to and Response from Donna Markham, OP (especially powerful--truly inspiring, lead-by-example leadership and first-hand stories, is Sister Donna's response, which starts at the 19:54 marker )

Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob are thrilled that USA beat Pakistan in the World Cup of Cricket, though neither of them know anything about that sport. They talk about the U.S. Open, NBA and NHL finals, Fr. Dave's pilgrimage to Assisi, challenges in the Diocese of Steubenville, local tragedies, and claiming victory in Jesus Christ. This episode is sponsored by Catholic Charities USA.  Help Catholic Charities serve your neighbors in need. Join us at www.WeAreThere.US

The Church in the U.S. has made a lasting impact on education and social services. From universities and lay apostolates that educate and form young adults to networks of Catholic Charities offices that provide essential help to those in need, Catholicism in the U.S. is not naval-gazing or self-centered. The Church in the U.S. seeks to serve. Fr. Tim Anastos, chaplain at the University of Illinois, and Kerry Robinson, CEO of Catholic Charities USA, share how the missions of formation and charity are a significant part of the story of Catholicism in this country. We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends! Editing provided by Forte Catholic (https://www.fortecatholic.com/)

Recently, Sally Blount, President and CEO of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago welcomed Kerry Alys Robinson to the Windy City. Kerry is the new President and CEO of Catholic Charities USA. While she was in town, Kerry and Sally had a powerful conversation with Cardinal Blasé Cupich about the work of Catholic Charities in the United States, and in the Archdiocese of Chicago. The topic discussed was, “Imagining Abundance: Faith, Hope, and Charity in Today's World.” We'd like to share some of this important discussion with you.

“I am the vine, you are the branches. Whoever remains in me and I in him will bear much fruit” (John 15:5).Disciples are Christ's branches. We grow from him. His life courses through us. The fruit we bear is the sign of his love.As the Eucharistic Revival in the United States reaches its culmination this summer, we at Notre Dame are marking the occasion in a special way, with the performance of an original, three-act musical called “Behold God's Love.” The first of the three acts is “The Roots”, which draw us into the Book of Exodus, where we encounter the Passover and the Manna in the Desert. The second act is “The Vine,” which focuses on the Last Supper and Jesus' meal ministry. And the third act is “The Branches,” where we join the early Christian community at Corinth to receive the Eucharistic teaching and gift.Today, the creator and composer of this new musical joins me to talk about what we can expect and how we will benefit, in our faith and reverence, from enjoying this work of art. Carolyn Pirtle is Program Director of the Center for Liturgy, here in the McGrath Institute for Church Life. She and her cast are preparing this musical now, which will be performed twice on July 6, 2024, both at 1pm and at 7pm in the O'Laughlin Auditorium at Saint Mary's College. It is a free but ticketed event, and you can get your tickets before they run out at the link in our show notes.Follow-up Resources:Find more information about and tickets for “Behold God's Love” “Eucharistic Beliefs among Adult Catholics, with Tim O'Malley,” podcast episode via Church Life Today“Preparing for First Communion, Part 2: The Passover and the Last Supper,” podcast episode via Church Life Today“Rekindling Eucharistic Amazement, with Jem Sullivan,” podcast episode via Church Life Today“The Passion, with J.J. Wright,” podcast episode via Church Life TodayThis episode is sponsored by Catholic Charities USA.  Help Catholic Charities serve your neighbors in need. Join us at www.WeAreThere.USChurch Life Today is a partnership between the McGrath Institute for Church Life at the University of Notre Dame and OSV Podcasts from Our Sunday Visitor. Discover more ways to live, learn, and love your Catholic faith at osvpodcasts.com. Sharing stories, starting conversations.

While Fr. Dave is leading people on a pilgrimage to Assisi, we bring you this compilation episode of our discussions on Sloth, Envy, Pride, and Greed.  Don't worry: Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob know that there are three more deadly sins, and will discuss those in future shows.  For now, enjoy this supercut! This episode is sponsored by Catholic Charities USA.  Help Catholic Charities serve your neighbors in need. Join us at  www.WeAreThere.US

Recently, Sally Blount, President and CEO of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago welcomed Kerry Alys Robinson to the Windy City. Kerry is the new President and CEO of Catholic Charities USA. While she was in town, Kerry had a fascinating conversation with Sally and Betsy Bohlen, Chief Operating Officer for the Archdiocese of Chicago. The topic discussed was, “Realizing Change: Women's Emerging Leadership Roles in the Modern Church.” It was an engaging discussion and we wanted to share some of it with you today.

Recently, Sally Blount, President and CEO of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago welcomed Kerry Alys Robinson to the Windy City. Kerry is the new President and CEO of Catholic Charities USA. While she was in town, Kerry and Sally had a powerful conversation with Cardinal Blasé Cupich about the work of Catholic Charities in the United States, and in the Archdiocese of Chicago. The topic discussed was, “Imagining Abundance: Faith, Hope, and Charity in Today's World.” We'd like to share some of this important discussion with you.

Recently, Sally Blount, President and CEO of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago welcomed Kerry Alys Robinson to the Windy City. Kerry is the new President and CEO of Catholic Charities USA. While she was in town, Kerry had a fascinating conversation with Sally and Betsy Bohlen, Chief Operating Officer for the Archdiocese of Chicago. The topic discussed was, “Realizing Change: Women's Emerging Leadership Roles in the Modern Church.” It was an engaging discussion and we wanted to share some of it with you today.

If you made a list of the best things about the Catholic Church in the United States, Catholic Charities USA would be in that list's very top tier. A network of 168 local agencies based in dioceses throughout the country, Catholic Charities served more than 15 million of our at-risk neighbors last year alone. They serve people without homes, those who are unemployed or underemployed, children who are hungry or malnourished, elderly persons who are isolated, vulnerable migrants and refugees on the move, families recovering from natural disasters, pregnant women and new mothers in need, and persons with disabilities who have inadequate care. All together, the work of Catholic Charities makes up one of the largest networks of humanitarian aid in the nation. Today's guest is Kerry Robinson, the president and CEO of Catholic Charities USA. If Catholic Charities is in the top tier of American Catholic endeavors, Kerry is in the top tier of American Catholic leaders. She's dynamic, passionate, faith-filled and extremely smart. And she's the second-ever woman and second layperson to lead the network. Before joining Catholic Charities, Kerry spent almost two decades working with a group called Leadership Roundtable, which she helped to found in 2005. Leadership Roundtable helps the church develop and implement best management practices to build accountable and transparent leadership culture. Kerry's entire career has been dedicated to strengthening the church, and her experience and vision helped prepare her to lead this massive network. Host Mike Jordan Laskey asked her about what she has learned in her first year on the job, plus how Catholic Charities is responding to the extremely challenging conditions facing migrants and asylum seekers arriving in the US in the hopes of providing safety and opportunity for their families. She also shared some favorite stories and things she has learned from traveling all over the country visiting Catholic Charities agencies and how her Jesuit education at Georgetown University helped set her on her life path. Learn more about Kerry Robinson: https://stories.catholiccharitiesusa.org/introducing-kerry-alys-robinson/ Catholic Charities USA: https://www.catholiccharitiesusa.org/ Catholic Charities staffers facing rising threats: https://religionnews.com/2024/03/22/threats-to-catholic-charities-staffers-increase-amid-rightwing-anti-migrant-campaign/ AMDG is a production of the Jesuit Conference of Canada and the United States. www.jesuits.org/ www.beajesuit.org/ twitter.com/jesuitnews facebook.com/Jesuits instagram.com/wearethejesuits youtube.com/societyofjesus www.jesuitmedialab.org/

Ever felt like an imposter? If you've heard or said phrases like "I'm a fraud" or "I'll never be good enough," you're not alone. Recognizing these thoughts is the first step in overcoming them. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Ragan Schriver. Ragan is an Associate Professor of Practice at the University of Tennessee College of Social Work as well as the Director of the MSSW Program, Knoxville Campus and chair of the Forensic Social Work Certificate Program. He teaches clinical and leadership courses in the MSSW program. He also serves as the Special Assistant to the President of Catholic Charities USA. In this role he takes part in a team process to develop integrated health programs within the network. We're excited to have Ragan with us to discuss imposter syndrome, the different ways imposter syndrome shows up in our lives and explore ways to deal with it.   For more information about the University of Tennessee and its Social Work Program, please visit: https://www.csw.utk.edu/ For more information about the UT College of Social Work's Trauma Treatment Post-Graduate Certification Program, please visit: https://www.csw.utk.edu/post-graduate-trauma-certificate/

Episode 70 of Messy Jesus Business podcast, with Sister Julia Walsh. Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Google Podcasts | Email | RSS | More IN THIS EPISODE In this episode of Messy Jesus Business podcast, Sister Julia Walsh, FSPA, enjoys a conversation with Kerry Alys Robinson, CEO and President of Catholic Charities USA, who shares that witnessing the joy and faith of Catholics serving others in her childhood sparked her own inspiration and desire to serve behind the scenes in pursuit of the common good. “True leadership is service,” says Kerry. “It is a disposition of other-centeredness.” Expressing her passion for Catholic Social Teaching, she addresses the realities of wealth gaps and classism and how injustice can divide the people of God. Responding to the needs of the people of God, Kerry emphasizes, requires not competition but charity and justice. “Generosity is humankind's birthright,” says Kerry about the call to kindness, both to oneself and to others. Together she and Sister Julia explore the messiness of diversity, polarization, judgment and how a life of service and prayer require openness to the other. Says Kerry, “Everything belongs and is interconnected.” ABOUT THE GUEST Catholic Charities USA President and CEO Kerry Alys Robinson is a noted expert in Catholic leadership and philanthropy and only the second woman and second layperson to lead the U.S. Catholic Church's domestic humanitarian work. In the past year, the nationwide Catholic Charities network served more than 15 million people in need. For decades, Kerry has served the church and its mission to alleviate human suffering. Most recently, she was an executive partner at Leadership Roundtable, which since 2005 has promoted excellence and best practices in the management, finances and human resource development of the Catholic Church. She was the group's founding executive director. Prior to that, Kerry served as director of development for Saint Thomas More Catholic Chapel and Center at Yale University, leading a $75 million fundraising campaign to expand and endow the chapel's ministry and construct a Catholic student center. A member of the Raskob Foundation for Catholic Activities and FADICA (Foundations and Donors Interested in Catholic Activities), she has been an advisor to and trustee of more than 25 grantmaking foundations, charitable nonprofits and family philanthropies. She served for 15 years on the national committee for the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops' Catholic Campaign for Human Development. Robinson is an accomplished writer and speaker and wrote the prize-winning Imagining Abundance: Fundraising, Philanthropy and a Spiritual Call to Service. A graduate of Georgetown University and Yale, Robinson is married to Dr. Michael Cappello, professor of medicine and public health at Yale University. They have two children, Christopher and Sophie. MESSY JESUS BUSINESS is hosted by Sister Julia Walsh.  Produced and edited by Colin Wambsgans. Email us at messyjesusbusiness@gmail.com BE SOCIAL:https://www.facebook.com/MessyJesusBusiness Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MessyJesusBusiness Twitter: @messyjesusbiz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/messyjesusbusiness SUPPORT US: https://www.patreon.com/messyjesusbusiness

Published: December 08, 2019This week, Changing Our World‘s, Jim Friend speaks with Brian Corbin, KHS, Executive Vice President for Member Services at Catholic Charities USA. For Brian, Catholic Charities is “a ministry of the Bishop that enables us to continue the work of the early Apostles in caring for the widows, orphans, and strangers among us.” Today, we see how Catholic Charities provides service to people in need, advocates for justice, and calls the entire church and other people of goodwill to do the same.About Brian CorbinPrior to joining Catholic Charities, Brian served as the Executive Director of Catholic Charities for the Diocese of Youngstown. He also served as the Diocesan Director for Migration and Refugee Services (MRS). Brian served as the Diocesan Director of the Catholic Campaign for Human Development and the Director of Catholic Relief Services. He was also the Diocesan Liaison for the Northeast Ohio Diocesan Council of St. Vincent de Paul. With over 27 years of service, Brian provided coordination for the health and social ministries of the Church. He created opportunities for Church and community leaders to understand and be formed in Catholic social doctrine. Brian was Secretary of the National Board of Trustees for CCUSA and chaired the National Advisory Council of the USCCB.Brian holds a Bachelor of Philosophy degree from The Pontifical School of Philosophy. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Politics from The Catholic University of America, Washington, D.C. Brian is completing his Ph.D. at M.I.T. and has completed doctoral work in Organizational Leadership at Youngstown State University. He holds a Certification in Health Care Ethics from The National Catholic Bioethics Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Brian is a member of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem. Brian has been with Catholic Charities for over 28 years and he is married to Dr. Donna DeBlasio.Follow him on Twitter @brianrcorbin Daily Spiritual Reflection and Prayers on “Kristin's Crosses” Join Jim and Kristin Friend and their family on Kristin's Crosses YouTube Channel for “Today's Catholic Prayers.” Jim and Kristin offer the daily Gospel and Reflection along with the Rosary and Catholic Prayers of the day. Click here to visit the YouTube Page and subscribe. If you would like to join the Kristin's Crosses prayer group on Facebook, click here to request to join.

Published: April 05, 2020 The response from Catholic Charities USA to COVID-19 lands them on the frontlines standing shoulder to shoulder with volunteers and those who are most in need. Join Changing Our World‘s Jim Friend for an interview with Sr. Donna Markham OP, Ph.D., President and CEO of Catholic Charities USA, Deacon Tom Roberts, President and CEO of Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada, and Michael Grace, President and CEO of Catholic Charities of Forth Worth, Texas.In the spirit of Holy Week, this episode focuses on charity and the impact of the COVID-19 Crisis on the most vulnerable in our society. These are unsung heroes who selflessly devote their time to feeding families, providing affordable housing, working with immigrant families, and much more. Learn how many senior citizens, those who are unemployed, and many others are finding themselves needing the charitable assistance of Catholic Charities for the first time. Sr. Donna discusses some of the creative ways that she is witnessing a missionary spirit among her agencies and the response of the corporate industry. We also hear how two prominent businessmen left the corporate world and took a role to lead their local Catholic Charities agency. Finally, learn more about how you can get involved and help.FORGING FORWARDDon't miss the webinar series FORGING FORWARD, a virtual philanthropic conference designed to bring you, nonprofit experts, from around the country who are leading through the COVID-19 crisis. Daily Spiritual Reflection and Prayers on “Kristin's Crosses” Join Jim and Kristin Friend and their family on Kristin's Crosses YouTube Channel for “Today's Catholic Prayers.” Jim and Kristin offer the daily Gospel and Reflection along with the Rosary and Catholic Prayers of the day. Click here to visit the YouTube Page and subscribe. If you would like to join the Kristin's Crosses prayer group on Facebook, click here to request to join.

Episode 60 of Messy Jesus Business podcast, with Sister Julia Walsh. Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Google Podcasts | Stitcher | Email | RSS | More "Jesus teaches us that differences aren't deficits. Because a person is in poverty or struggling… that doesn't make them any less human.” - Ralph McCloud IN THIS EPISODE In this episode of Messy Jesus Business podcast, Sister Julia Walsh chats with Ralph McCloud, Director of the Catholic Campaign for Human Development. They dig into some of the fundamental concepts of the Campaign's work, especially what it means to have a preferential option for the poor, and the difference between fairness and justice. Ralph talks about the limits of charity and how fear and racism can prevent engaging with the poor, even if, as he says, "Working with low income communities is... very rarely neat." Julia asks Ralph about how he deals with criticism thrown at him, and how he sees the messy balance between living the Gospel and being a part of a divided Church and society. As Ralph adds, "If we prioritize our way of life, our comfort, our income, our ideology, all of these above the call that says love one another, all of these above worshiping and following Jesus, ... that can throw you into a society that is as polarized as the one we find ourselves in right now." ABOUT THE GUEST Ralph McCloud is the Director of the Catholic Campaign for Human Development (or CCHD), the domestic anti-poverty program of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. CCHD works to break the cycle of poverty by helping low-income people participate in decisions that affect their lives, families and communities and by educating people on poverty and justice. Ralph has served as the national director for fifteen years. Prior to working at the USCCB, Ralph worked as Division Director of Pastoral and Community Services in the Diocese of Fort Worth, Texas. While in this position, Ralph served four terms on the Fort Worth City Council from 1997 – 2005 and 3 terms as Mayor Pro Tempore. He currently serves on the board of the Catholic Mobilizing Network. Ralph is a member of St. Teresa of Avila Parish in Washington DC where he serves on the Finance Council and is a lector. He has served as President of the National Association of Black Catholic Administrators and as a board member of both the National Black Catholic Congress and the Roundtable Association of Social Action Directors. Also, he chaired the County Homeless Commission and was named Tarrant County's First Racial Reconciliation Award Winner by the Tarrant County Community of Churches. He is also the recipient of the State of Texas Courage Award from the Texas Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty. In 2009, he was awarded the History Maker Award from the Archdiocese of Atlanta in 2009 and Catholic Charities USA's Martin Luther King Keep the Dream Alive Award in 2010. In 2017, Ralph was awarded the Bishop John Joseph Keane Medallion from the Institute for Policy Research & Catholic Studies at The Catholic University of America and the Harry A. Fagan Award by the Roundtable for dedication and commitment to social justice in 2018. The main site for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development, where you can find out more about its mission and projects: povertyusa.org/ More information about the CCHD: https://www.usccb.org/committees/catholic-campaign-human-development/who-we-are Ralph's writing on Lent: https://www.usccb.org/committees/catholic-campaign-human-development/lenten-reflections-director-cchd MESSY JESUS BUSINESS is hosted by Sister Julia Walsh.  Produced and edited by Colin Wambsgans. Email us at messyjesusbusiness@gmail.com BE SOCIAL:https://www.facebook.com/MessyJesusBusiness Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MessyJesusBusiness Twitter: @messyjesusbiz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/messyjesusbusiness SUPPORT US: https://www.patreon.

CW: war fighting, sexual violence, genocideAn online transcript is available.The latest iteration of Russia's war on Ukraine has entered its second year prompting us to examine the issue of war trauma — especially the toll war takes on civilians. Russia's indiscriminate targeting of civilian housing, schools, hospitals, and infrastructure has not only made civilians witnesses of war, but victims of it. War-rape, which was only recognized as a crime against humanity following the war in the former Yugoslavia, is being used by Russian forces and paramilitaries as a means of terrorizing civilians.On today's program, four conversations about civilians during and after war..Sr. Donna Markham, OP, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist and Dominican sister, heads Catholic Charities USA. She describes her encounters with Ukrainian civilians during her recent trip to the war zone and the tasks that face the people of Ukraine today. (Watch: Catholic Charities' webinar on Sr. Donna's visit to Ukraine.).Next: we talk with Dr. Zulfiqar Bhutta, MBBS, Ph.D., a physician who co-directs the Centre for Global Child Health at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto about the long-term effects of maternal and child health of living in a war zone and the very real developmental deficits that can arise by disruption of adequate nutrition, normal schooling, and play. (Watch: Aga Khan University's Lecture by Dr. Bhutta on the future of maternal and child health.).And we have a conversation with Shanna Kohn who is Director of International Education at Sesame Workshop. In addition to its longstanding effort to meet the educational needs of refugee children, for the first time ever, Sesame Workshop in Ukraine is producing content for children in an active war zone.  (Watch: the entire episode "Гровер сумує" ["Grover is Sad"]).And finally, we talk with Dr. Nena Močnik, Ph.D., author of Trauma Transmission and Sexual Violence: Reconciliation and Peacebuilding in Post Conflict Settings about the use of rape as a tool of war and the ways victims can begin to recover from the trauma of it. (Watch: Project Eirene's video of Dr. Močnik's webinar on "Women and Post-War Transitions: Oral history,").BONUS: Listen to our episode "Life During Wartime"  (Episode 041) from March, 2022 where we examined the early days of the Russian War on Ukraine through the lens of whole-person care; how every aspect of a person's life is thrown out of balance in the midst of war. It features conversations with displaced people, ex-pats and people of Ukrainian ancestry living in the U.S. eager to help people back home, relief workers assisting refugees, and a journalist with a long history of covering Putin and the Ukraine.    

Recently, Mike had the honor of co-presenting a talk at Catholic Charities USA's annual Applied Institute for Disaster Excellence (AIDE) on the topic of crises communications. It was such a great experience that he and Jen brought on two great people from the institute, Jennifer Dyer, Director, Capacity Building for Disaster Operations at Catholic Charities USA and Daniel Altenau, Director of Communications & Disaster Services, Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Raleigh. Dan was the far more polished co-presenter for the talk on crises communications. On this episode, we chat about how they became involved in disaster response services, how Catholic Charities supports disaster relief work both nationally and locally, and why disaster responders should consider attending AIDE.   For more on what Catholic Charities USA and local offices do when a disaster strikes, check out: https://www.catholiccharitiesusa.org/our-vision-and-ministry/disaster-relief/ Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org. Follow us on... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholic Twitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

My guests this week in the interview segment of Vatican Insider are two of my dearest friends, two priests, two brothers, native Chicagoans, who were both in Rome at the same time: Msgr. Michael Boland, a consultant to Catholic Charities USA following 30 magnificent years as head of Catholic Charities in the archdiocese of Chicago, and his brother Fr. Jeremiah Boland, pastor of a parish I know and love, Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Glenview, Illinois. Fr. Jerry, a priest for 40 years, was in Rome on sabbatical at the North American College's Institute of Continuing Theological Education at the same time that Msgr. Michael, a priest for 35 years, had to attend some meetings. They are two of my most cherished friends and, as I note in our conversation, there are two things that bind us in friendship: celebration of Mass and meals! I know you will hear that friendship when we talk!

My guests this week in the interview segment of Vatican Insider are two of my dearest friends, two priests, two brothers, native Chicagoans, who were both in Rome at the same time: Msgr. Michael Boland, a consultant to Catholic Charities USA following 30 magnificent years as head of Catholic Charities in the archdiocese of Chicago, and his brother Fr. Jeremiah Boland, pastor of a parish I know and love, Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Glenview, Illinois. Fr. Jerry, a priest for 40 years, was in Rome on sabbatical at the North American College's Institute of Continuing Theological Education at the same time that Msgr. Michael, a priest for 35 years, had to attend some meetings. They are two of my most cherished friends and, as I note in our conversation, there are two things that bind us in friendship: celebration of Mass and meals! I know you will hear that friendship when we talk!

My guests this week in the interview segment of Vatican Insider are two of my dearest friends, two priests, two brothers, native Chicagoans, who were both in Rome at the same time: Msgr. Michael Boland, a consultant to Catholic Charities USA following 30 magnificent years as head of Catholic Charities in the archdiocese of Chicago, and his brother Fr. Jeremiah Boland, pastor of a parish I know and love, Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Glenview, Illinois. Fr. Jerry, a priest for 40 years, was in Rome on sabbatical at the North American College's Institute of Continuing Theological Education at the same time that Msgr. Michael, a priest for 35 years, had to attend some meetings. They are two of my most cherished friends and, as I note in our conversation, there are two things that bind us in friendship: celebration of Mass and meals! I know you will hear that friendship when we talk!

For Thanksgiving week, “Inside the Vatican” is bringing you a brief update on a few of the top Vatican stories from the last week. Up first, the way Catholics calculate when to celebrate Easter could be changing. This past Saturday, Nov. 19, Pope Francis met with Mar Awa III, Catholicos-Patriarch of the Assyrian Church of the East, which is an Eastern Christian church based in Iraq. In the meeting, the pope took the opportunity to express his support for the idea that Eastern and Western churches should celebrate Easter on the same date—usually they're about a week apart, with the Eastern Palm Sunday falling on the Western Easter. Echoing Vatican II, Pope Francis said that he is willing to accept any proposal for a common date of Easter provided that the other churches that are not in communion with Rome agree. Next, Pope Francis assigned a lay man and father of two as secretary of the Vatican's Dicastery for Laity, Family and Life last week. Gleison De Paula Souza is the first layperson to serve as second-in-command in this dicastery; three of the four top positions in that office are now held by lay people. Finally, on Nov. 22, Pope Francis overhauled the leadership of Caritas Internationalis, which is the church's charity arm; it includes 162 charitable groups including Catholic Charities USA and Catholic Relief Services. The pope removed Caritas' entire executive team after a review of the organization revealed management weaknesses that had damaged staff morale. Some current and former employees report bullying and favoritism within the organization's Rome headquarters. A statement from the Vatican made clear that there was no financial mismanagement or sexual misconduct. Links from the show: Pope Francis says Catholics are ready for a common Easter date with the Assyrian Church Pope Francis appoints a father of two to No. 2 spot at Vatican family office Pope Francis fires top leadership of Caritas Internationalis after review found poor staff morale Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bishop Parkes talks about the ongoing collections to support victims of the hurricane and the gift that Catholic Charities USA made to the diocese

While Hurricane Ian made landfall in Florida nearly a month ago, the storm's effects are far from over. Katie Oldaker of Catholic Charities USA joins the show to discuss the recovery process and how long it often takes.

A daily news briefing from Catholic News Agency, powered by artificial intelligence. Ask your smart speaker to play “Catholic News,” or listen every morning wherever you get podcasts. www.catholicnewsagency.com - Pope Francis has called on Christians to support communities in the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico devastated by Hurricane Fiona. The pope expressed his solidarity with all affected by the category 3 hurricane in a telegram sent on September 21 to bishops in the Caribbean countries. More than 1.3 million homes and businesses were left without power in Puerto Rico after the storm dumped 30 inches of rain, causing surging floodwaters, submerged homes, and damaged roads. Catholic Charities USA is currently coordinating distributions of food, water, and other essential items. Kim Burgo, vice president of Catholic Charities USA's disaster operations, told CNA that many families are still recovering from Hurricane Maria, the 2017 storm that the government says caused $90 billion in damage in Puerto Rico. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/252349/pope-francis-urges-support-for-hurricane-fiona-victims https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/252344/catholic-charities-to-provide-aid-to-puerto-ricans-devastated-by-hurricane-fiona California Governor Gavin Newsom on Sunday signed a bill into law that will allow the composting of human remains starting in 2027 — a bill that the state's Catholic Conference had opposed. The process of human composting — also known as natural organic reduction (NOR) — is a relatively new phenomenon in the U.S. and is legal in a handful of other states. When a body is composted, it is placed in a reusable container where microbes and bacteria decompose it into soil over the course of 30–45 days. The state's Catholic conference had expressed opposition to the bill in a June letter. Kathleen Domingo, executive director of the California Catholic Conference, said the use of a body composting method originally developed for farm animals creates an “unfortunate spiritual, emotional, and psychological distancing from the deceased.” In addition, she said, the process “reduces the human body to simply a disposable commodity.” The Catholic Church does not have an official teaching on the composting of human bodies but has weighed in many times over the years on the practice of cremation. While strongly discouraged, cremation can be permissible under certain restrictions; notably, the remains are not to be scattered and must be kept in a sacred place, out of reverence for the Church's teaching on the eventual resurrection of the body. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/252342/human-composting-california-bishops-raise-objections Today, the Church celebrates Saint Matthew the Apostle. Although relatively little is known about the life of Saint Matthew, the account he wrote of Christ's ministry – traditionally considered to be the first of the four Gospels - is of inestimable value to the Church, particularly in its verification of Jesus as the Messiah. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/saint/st-matthew-apostle-601

Transcript: https://bit.ly/AIAe036Chai Feldblum is a long-time civil rights advocate and scholar. As Legislative Counsel to the ACLU AIDS Project in the late 1980s, Chai played a leading role in drafting and negotiating the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. She later played the same role on the ADA Amendments Act of 2008. Chai also led the drafting and negotiating of the Employment Non-Discrimination Act, a bill to prohibit discrimination in employment on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity. As a law professor at Georgetown Law, Chai created a Federal Legislation Clinic where she and her students helped non-profit organizations advance their legislative social justice goals. The Clinic's clients included various disability organizations and Catholic Charities USA. Chai also founded and directed Workplace Flexibility 2010, an effort designed to bring employers and employees together on policy approaches to advance workplace flexibility.Chai served as a Commissioner of the Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) from 2010 to 2019 where she played a significant role in establishing the rights of LGBTQ employees under existing sex discrimination laws, enhancing the employment of people with disabilities, protecting the rights of pregnant workers, and leading a proactive effort to prevent harassment in the workplace. From 2019 to 2021, Chai was a Partner and Director of Workplace Culture Consulting at Morgan Lewis, where she helped employers create safe, respectful, diverse and inclusive workplaces. She continues to consult with Morgan Lewis on selected projects. In 2021, Chai became a free-lance civil rights advocate. She assists with legislative and regulatory work regarding civil rights, particularly for LGBTQ+ people, people with disabilities and women. She also serves as Vice Chair of the AbilityOne Commission, a federal agency devoted to the employment of people with significant disabilities.Chai attended Barnard College and Harvard Law School and clerked for Judge Frank M. Coffin on the First Circuit Court of Appeals and for U.S. Supreme Court Justice Harry A. Blackmun.Connect with Chai:https://www.chaifeldblum.com/https://twitter.com/chaifeldblumhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/chai-feldblum-8882894/Connect with the Rocky Mountain ADA Center at https://rockymountainada.org/ or find us on social media. Don't forget to subscribe, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify or anywhere else you get your podcasts!

Most shame-based messages are I am _____, and then we fill in the blank with whatever it may be. Most of our shame is unconscious. We have compensatory behaviors develop typically from an early age that set a course in our lives that everything we do is unconsciously driven by trying to avoid that feeling of I am (shame-based message) and to keep others from discovering this about us. In this episode, Dr. Graham Taylor speaks with Ragan Schriver, PsyD, MSW. Ragan is an Associate Professor of Practice at the University of Tennessee College of Social Work as well as the Director of the MSSW Program, Knoxville Campus, and chair of the Forensic Social Work Certificate Program. He teaches clinical and leadership courses in the MSSW program. He also serves as the Special Assistant to the President of Catholic Charities USA. In this role he takes part in a team process to develop integrated health programs within the network. Together they discuss the experience of shame and how it can become a fundamental part of our lives. They discuss ways to find shame when working with clients and the challenges around shame. They discuss the idea of healthy shame can assist in understanding our limitations, but when we become overwhelmed with negativity, shame can limit our perspective. We discuss shame from a neurological perspective and some ways shame shows up in four general categories. Finally, we discuss how a therapeutic relationship can provide mirrors to question some of our shameful beliefs about ourselves and right side a sense of who you are. Berné Brown says, if you put shame in a petri dish and you add secrecy and silents and judgement, the thing is going to go crazy. But if have shame and add in empathy and invite others into this experience, then that will stunt the growth of shame.   For more information about the University of Tennessee and its Social Work Program, please visit: https://www.csw.utk.edu/ For more information about the UT College of Social Work's Trauma Treatment Post-Graduate Certification Program, please visit: https://www.csw.utk.edu/post-graduate-trauma-certificate/  

A daily news briefing from Catholic News Agency, powered by artificial intelligence. Ask your smart speaker to play “Catholic News,” or listen every morning wherever you get podcasts. www.catholicnewsagency.com - Amid record flooding in Kentucky that has left at least 30 people dead, Catholic Charities of Lexington is collaborating with other Christian churches as well as Catholic Charities USA to provide aid to those affected. The flooding began with heavy rains on July 27, leading to widespread flooding across at least five eastern Kentucky counties by the weekend. At least 18,000 people remained without power Monday, and reports suggest that entire towns — many of which are in already impoverished areas — have been inundated. The Catholic churches in the diocese have a strong collaborative partnership with other Christian communities, since at only 3% to 4% of the population, the majority of the people in eastern Kentucky are not Catholic, especially in the countryside. He said the Catholic communities in rural Kentucky have been working to provide what aid they can for the poor and needy. The Catholic Charities office in Lexington has been in close contact with Catholic Charities USA, working to coordinate national relief efforts. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/251933/kentucky-catholic-charities-coordinates-national-aid-amid-devastating-floods Voters in Kansas are set to decide Tuesday on an amendment to the state constitution which would reverse an earlier state supreme court decision, and exclude a right to abortion in the state. It marks the first statewide vote on abortion in the United States since the US Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade in June. The amendment would not ban abortion, but instead, it empowers state lawmakers to regulate abortion as they see fit. Pro-life volunteers in Kansas have been going door to door canvasing for the amendment ahead of today's vote. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/251928/kansas-pro-lifers-counter-misinformation-on-value-them-both-amendment Lawmakers in the Australian Parliament have proposed a bill to allow two of Australia's ten territories to legalize euthanasia and assisted suicide, following the legalization of the practices in all six Australian states despite vocal Catholic opposition. Australia has six states and ten territories, though the lawmaking abilities of the latter can be restricted by the federal parliament. If the proposed bill passes, the legislation would allow the legislatures of the Northern Territory and the Australian Capital Territory to legalize euthanasia and assisted suicide, which its backers characterize as “assisted dying.” In 1995, the Australian Capital Territory was the first place in the world to legalize voluntary assisted suicide, leading to four deaths by suicide. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/251935/australian-bill-would-allow-legalization-of-assisted-suicide-euthanasia-in-territories Today, the Church celebrates Saint Peter Julian Eymard, who helped many Catholics, both clergy and laypeople, to rediscover the importance of the Eucharist. He is also considered a pioneer in involving laypeople more actively in the life of the Church. In 1851, he answered a call to establish a community of men dedicated to Eucharistic Adoration, called the Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament. Its mission was to promote the importance and significance of the Eucharist. The congregation also worked with the poor and helped them to prepare for first Communion. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/saint/st-peter-julian-eymard-551

We're live with Walter Hoye talks about his book Black and Pro-Life in America: The Incarceration and Exoneration of Walter B. Hoye II and the overturning of Roe v. Wade, Jeff Young, the Catholic Foodie talks about crab meat recipes and Dr. Lisa Namikas, volunteer and board member for Catholic Charities in the Diocese of Baton Rouge joins us to talk about being named 2022 Catholic Charities USA's Volunteer of the Year.

Norma Pimentel, a Sister with the Missionaries of Jesus, has served as the Executive Director of Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley for over 12 years. She oversees the charitable arm of the Diocese of Brownsville, providing oversight of different ministries & services in the Rio Grande Valley through emergency assistance, homelessness prevention, disaster relief, clinical counseling, pregnancy care, food programs, and the Humanitarian Respite Center. In this podcast she shares with us about her early years growing up in Brownsville and Matamoros. She also talks about how she chose this path for her life and her parents' reaction to this matter. Sister Norma, talks about God being the center of her life and also encourages us to give back. In 2015 she received the Martin Luther King Jr. “Keep the Dream Alive” award from Catholic Charities USA and in 2020 TIME100 listed her as one of the most influential people in the world. She ends with life advice for the listeners.

Sister Donna Markham, OP, PhD has made a tremendous impact as President and CEO of Catholic Charities USA since she was named to this position in 2015. Regina Dominican High School, a college preparatory school for young women in Wilmette is honoring Sister Donna at the school's Black & White Gala on March 5th. Join Katie Bredemann as she welcomes Elizabeth Schuster, President of Regina Dominican and Joan Kitchie, Regina's Vice-President of Institutional Advancement to discuss this special event that will underscore our valued partnerships with Catholic Charities USA and Regina Dominican High School.

Katie wraps up her chat with ChangeMaker, Sister Donna Markham, the President and CEO of Catholic Charities USA. Sister Donna leads a network of agencies throughout the U.S. that advocate for social justice and provides services for people in need: from adoption and pregnancy care to housing, senior care, disaster relief, and more.

This week, Mary McCusker and Mike Walsh are joined by Brian Corbin, Executive Vice President of Member Services for Catholic Charities USA, and Kevin Hickey, who serves on the CCUSA Board of Trustees in addition to his role as Executive Director of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden.  Brian and Kevin are both deeply grounded in the guiding principles, social teachings and scriptures that guide the work of Catholic Charities.  Join us to hear some of their insightful reflections about the roots and history of charity in the Church and the work being done locally, nationally, and internationally! To learn more about Catholic Charities USA go to: https://www.catholiccharitiesusa.org/ Listen to Talking Catholic on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Alexa or at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic. You can also catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM https://domesticchurchmedia.org. Follow us on... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholic Twitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

Jane Stenson, vice president for food and nutrition and poverty reduction strategies at Catholic Charities USA, discusses how the national office and local agencies in the Catholic Charities ministry provided food to people affected by the pandemic. Stenson talks about positive developments like creating pantries at senior centers, challenges like lack of refrigeration, and lessons learned.

Carol Rickard, America's Ultimate Stress Expert, has been teaching Stress Management in hospitals for nearly 30 years. In addition to the 25 books published, she has been a featured expert in other publications including Readers Digest, Dr. Oz's The Good Life, and Woman's World Magazine.  Carol is also a Stage III cancer survivor who knows firsthand the enormous amount of stress that can show up unexpectedly in life and how important it is having the right tools and strategies to help manage that stress, so it does not negatively impact your health, your relationships, and your success in life. She has spoken and conducted trainings for organizations including the NJ State Police, Princeton University, Catholic Charities USA, and US Department of Energy.  She is the Creator and Co-Host of a nationally syndicated wellness series called, The WELL YOU Show, which is based out of Princeton Community Television. FB LI Website If you'd like to donate to Life Transformation Radio, click here.

Carol Rickard, America's Ultimate Stress Expert, has been teaching Stress Management in hospitals for nearly 30 years. In addition to the 25 books published, she has been a featured expert in other publications including Readers Digest, Dr. Oz's The Good Life, and Woman's World Magazine.  Carol is also a Stage III cancer survivor who knows firsthand the enormous amount of stress that can show up unexpectedly in life and how important it is having the right tools and strategies to help manage that stress, so it does not negatively impact your health, your relationships, and your success in life. She has spoken and conducted trainings for organizations including the NJ State Police, Princeton University, Catholic Charities USA, and US Department of Energy.  She is the Creator and Co-Host of a nationally syndicated wellness series called, The WELL YOU Show, which is based out of Princeton Community Television. FB LI Website If you'd like to donate to Life Transformation Radio, click here.

Carol Rickard, America's Ultimate Stress Expert, has been teaching Stress Management in hospitals for nearly 30 years. In addition to the 25 books published, she has been a featured expert in other publications including Readers Digest, Dr. Oz's The Good Life, and Woman's World Magazine.  Carol is also a Stage III cancer survivor who knows firsthand the enormous amount of stress that can show up unexpectedly in life and how important it is having the right tools and strategies to help manage that stress, so it does not negatively impact your health, your relationships, and your success in life. She has spoken and conducted trainings for organizations including the NJ State Police, Princeton University, Catholic Charities USA, and US Department of Energy.  She is the Creator and Co-Host of a nationally syndicated wellness series called, The WELL YOU Show, which is based out of Princeton Community Television. FB LI Website If you'd like to donate to Life Transformation Radio, click here.

Carol Rickard, America’s Ultimate Stress Expert, has been teaching Stress Management in hospitals for nearly 30 years. In addition to the 25 books published, she has been a featured expert in other publications including Readers Digest, Dr. Oz’s The Good Life, and Woman’s World Magazine.  Carol is also a Stage III cancer survivor who knows firsthand the enormous amount of stress that can show up unexpectedly in life and how important it is having the right tools and strategies to help manage that stress, so it does not negatively impact your health, your relationships, and your success in life. She has spoken and conducted trainings for organizations including the NJ State Police, Princeton University, Catholic Charities USA, and US Department of Energy.  She is the Creator and Co-Host of a nationally syndicated wellness series called, The WELL YOU Show, which is based out of Princeton Community Television. FB LI Website If you'd like to donate to Life Transformation Radio, click here.

In this episode we have a great discussion on what impacts the newly elected Congress and the next presidential administration could have on the poor and vulnerable. We are joined by Anthony Granado the Vice President of Government Relations for Catholic Charities USA whose mission it is to provide service to people in need, to advocate for justice in social structures, and to call the entire church and other people of good will to do the same. In our mailbag segment, we're covering a question about the big issues at the state capital and what's going to come up at the beginning of the year. And of course, we want to leave you with some practical tips on how you can start to put your faith into action. You’ll want to have your calendar ready for the bricklayer segment. We’ve got an important save-the-date for you to help make your voice heard by lawmakers. Resources mentioned: www.CatholicsAtTheCapitol.org

The episode contrasts the normal response of Catholic Charities to disasters with the response during the pandemic. Topics include the role of Catholic Charities USA, the national office for the Catholic Charities ministry in the United States; communication needs; assessment; immediate response; and ongoing engagement. Resources for local agencies are also mentioned: the disaster page on the CCUSA website, the CCUSA COVID-19 resource center, and a chart entitled "What happens during a disaster." Individuals and families are encouraged to have a plan in place in case of a disaster and to contact their local agency for more information and resources.  Follow us: Facebook (@catholiccharitiesusa), LinkedIn, Twitter (@CCharitiesUSA), and Instagram (@ccharitiesusa).

Host Bob Gilligan talks to Chris Ross, a lawyer who works on social policy for Catholic Charities USA. They discuss the historically-low refugee cap of 15,000 set by the federal government for the new federal fiscal year that started October 1.

Each human being is made in the image and likeness of God. Therefore each person has a God-given dignity that must be nurtured and protected. Fr. Ragan Schriver, special assistant to the president at Catholic Charities USA, talks about the pastoral foundations of the theme of human dignity. Brian Corbin, executive vice president of Member Services at CCUSA, offers insight into the practical implications of believing that each person is made in the image and likeness of God. You can follow Catholic Charities USA on Twitter (@CCharitiesUSA), facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram. Also, be sure to visit CCUSA's website. 

If each person reflects God to the world, then all men and women are brothers and sisters who have a responsibility to work together for the common good. Join us as we discuss this topic with Msgr. John Enzler, president and CEO of Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Washington, and Kim Mazyck, senior manager, Social Policy, Catholic Charities USA.

I had a conversation with Brian R. Corbin, the Executive VP for Catholic Charities USA, as we discuss challenges facing non-profits, how the Cares Act & PPP/SBA will help and what lessons can learn moving forward. #spanningtheneedSUBSCRIBE and watch past episodes of #SpanningtheNeed on my channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_6EYvZ1nVR5oxE2ExQWPkgFollow Me at:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anthonyvspanoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/anthonyvspanoTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/anthonyvspano

This week, Mary McCusker and Mike Walsh chat with Jennifer Dyer, one of the most dynamic and enthusiastic guests to ever join Talking Catholic! Jennifer has spent her entire career living out the social teachings of the Church: internationally through Catholic Relief Services, nationally with Catholic Charities USA, and locally here at Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden. Jennifer has continually served as a visionary, bringing her knowledge and expertise to various programs and initiatives to meet the needs of the vulnerable across the country.  Hear about her how her faith, upbringing, education, and professional experiences have shaped her into the leader she is today! Listen to Talking Catholic on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Alexa or at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic/ You can also catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM https://domesticchurchmedia.org. Follow us on... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholic Twitter: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholic/ Instagram: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

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This week on Family Policy Matters, NC Family President John Rustin talks with Dr. Frank Moncher, a clinical psychologist and consultant for the Diocese of Arlington, Virginia and Catholic Charities USA. Dr. Moncher speaks to the struggles many adults experience in caring for their aging and infirmed parents, and addresses the growing trend of assisted suicide. Furthermore, Dr. Moncher offers insight towards how our faith both influences our view of suffering, and guides us through a difficult period of life.

Marcus Biddle, Senior Case Manager for Catholic Charities’ Veterans Assistance Program, brings a lot of youthful energy into The Vault this week, discussing his recent deployment to Florida to help those affected by Hurricane Michael, the good work of Catholic Charities USA in providing disaster relief in such places as Florida, North Carolina and California, and his own role in providing aid to veterans throughout South Jersey. Also joining Mike and Pete is Talking Catholic favorite, Mary McCusker, Marketing and Communications Coordinator for Catholic Charities, to provide some of her own perspective. Favorite Christmas movies and favorite actors are also part of the quartet’s lively roundtable. And don't forget, our 100th Episode live taping is coming up on December 14th! Make sure you register for this free event now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/talking-catholics-100th-episode-live-podcast-recording-tickets-52223781737

Highlights from a two-day conference on how Catholic health care can best respond to domestic and international disasters is the focus of this episode. Guests include Lance Mendiola from CHRISTUS Health, Karen Reich from Bon Secours, Dr. Alex Garza from SSM Health, and Kim Burgo from Catholic Charities USA. The episode was taped on-site at CHRISTUS Health in Irving Texas. Note: CHA’s publication “Disaster Response: Considerations for Catholic Health Care” can be ordered and downloaded at www.chausa.org/disaster.

In this episode, we explore the intersections of faith-based agencies and affordable housing with Curtis Johnson, Senior Director of Housing Strategy for Catholic Charities, USA. Mr. Johnson discusses the many ways Catholic Charities is involved in affordable housing development and advocacy, why it joined the Opportunity Starts at Home campaign, his personal experiences from a 30-year career in housing, and how social justice teachings can inform the nation’s housing policy. As Catholic Charities explains, “Having a stable, affordable home is essential for both individuals and society. Having a home underscores the inherent dignity of the persons who live there.” Intro/Closing Song by: David Szesztay - "Joyful Meeting" URL:freemusicarchive.org/music/David_Sz…Joyful_Meeting Comments: freemusicarchive.org/ Copyright: Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International: creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/3.0/

Mr. Kevin Hickey, executive director of the Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden, and a trustee of Catholic Charities USA, joins Mike and Pete this week to discuss the upcoming Justice for All Dinner and the work of Catholic Charities in South Jersey. Last year, Catholic Charities served more than 33,000 people through its myriad of programs. We hope you can join Kevin and this year's JFA honoree, Cardinal Joseph Tobin, Archbishop of Newark, N.J. at the October 11 event in Atlantic City. To learn more go to - http://catholiccharitiescamden.org/jfa2017.

It is currently one of 1,640 Catholic Charities USA social service agencies in the United States. Catholic Charities provides social services throughout a 10-county area with most of the services targeted to people living in Colorado Springs and El Paso County. Services are provided to people of all races, backgrounds and beliefs. https://www.facebook.com/CatholicCharitiesofCentralColorado/

Part 7: Finding the Poor - Dominican Sister Donna Markham, president and CEO of Catholic Charities USA, shares how family issues intersect with the lives of the millions of people served each year by Catholic Charities in the United States. Get the book at https://www.osv.com/Shop/Product?ProductCode=T1763 and subscribe to this new feed at http://feeds2.feedburner.com/joyoflove

The focus of the 2009 Young Social Justice institute Summer Conference was "Poverty in the USA & Abroad." Rev. Larry Snyder is the President of Catholic Charities USA. Snyder addressed the reality of widespread poverty in the United States and how the national campaign by Catholic Charities USA seeks to address them. The lecture is named in honor of President Emeritus Rev. William J. Young.

Today's host(s): Scot Landry and Fr. Chris O'Connor Links from today's show: Today's topics: The Obama administration's assault on religious liberty Summary of today's show:Scot Landry and Fr. Chris O'Connor go in-depth on the Obama administration's recent ruling that Catholic institutions must violate their religious beliefs and conscience in providing healthcare to employees. They consider Cardinal-designate Timothy Dolan's forthright remarks that show how extreme the administration's policies on religious freedom are; the three key points highlighted by the US bishops that define this issue; a series of common questions and answers to clarify what's at stake; the USCCB's point-by-point rebuttal of the White House's response; and a particularly egregious column by the Boston Globe's Joan Venocchi. 1st segment: Scot Landry and Fr. Chris O'Connor caught up with their activities of the past week and discussed today's topic. Fr. Chris said it's outrageous what the Obama administration has done with Health and Human Services regulations on the contraception mandate for health insurance coverage. Scot said they will get behind the soundbites and slogan and examine the issue in-depth. 2nd segment: Scot said Cardinal-designate Timothy Dolan has been on the forefront of this issue and read from his recent op-ed: Religious freedom is the lifeblood of the American people, the cornerstone of American government. When the Founding Fathers determined that the innate rights of men and women should be enshrined in our Constitution, they so esteemed religious liberty that they made it the first freedom in the Bill of Rights. In particular, the Founding Fathers fiercely defended the right of conscience. George Washington himself declared: “The conscientious scruples of all men should be treated with great delicacy and tenderness; and it is my wish and desire, that the laws may always be extensively accommodated to them.” James Madison, a key defender of religious freedom and author of the First Amendment, said: “Conscience is the most sacred of all property.” Scarcely two weeks ago, in its Hosanna-Tabor decision upholding the right of churches to make ministerial hiring decisions, the Supreme Court unanimously and enthusiastically reaffirmed these longstanding and foundational principles of religious freedom. The court made clear that they include the right of religious institutions to control their internal affairs. Yet the Obama administration has veered in the opposite direction. It has refused to exempt religious institutions that serve the common good—including Catholic schools, charities and hospitals—from its sweeping new health-care mandate that requires employers to purchase contraception, including abortion-producing drugs, and sterilization coverage for their employees. He played the Cardinal's video statement from the USCCB website on this issue. Scot further explained the Cardinal-designate's point about recent Supreme Court cases and how even justices appointed by Obama are saying the administration's interpretation of the first amendment is getting more and more extreme. Fr. Chris said he hears priests refer to it as the persecution of faith. He said this isn't the Church's war on Obama, but the Church calling for the protection of the freedom of conscience. Scot and Fr. Chris pointed out that our rights do not come from the will of the government, but that they are ours by right of our birth and given to us by God himself and this has been emphasized by Pope Benedict XVI, quoting our own Declaration of Independence. Scot said the contraceptive mandate imposed on health plans by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) violates freedom of conscience, which is guaranteed by the First Amendment and several federal laws. The Bill of Rights says we are free to live by our religious beliefs. Forcing all of us to buy coverage for sterilization and contraceptives, including drugs that induce abortion, is a radical incursion into freedom of conscience. Never before in U.S. history has the federal government forced citizens to directly purchase what violates their beliefs. The Supreme Court recently declared in the Hosanna-Tabor case that the Constitution gives a priority place to Freedom of Religion. Scot and Fr. Chris discussed how this isn't just a Catholic issue. The first amendment protects, for example, Jewish nursing homes from having to serve pork in meals to non-Jewish residents. The government cannot force them to under the Constitution. Scot said HHS created this mandate after Congress asked it to develop a list of services all health plans should provide without co-pay. Instead of keeping with the prevention of diseases like breast cancer, sexually transmitted diseases and gestational diabetes, HHS took it upon itself to include sterilizations, contraceptives and abortion-inducing drugs. It treats pregnancy as an illness like breast cancer. Fr. Chris said we should talk about ensuring life, not discarding it. Obama is asking Catholics to support something that is radically against what we believe at the core of our faith. Scot said the US Conference of Catholic Bishops have been publishing numerous documents to help us understand this issue. One of the key points is that the mandate treats a healthy pregnancy as a disease in need of “prevention,” like breast cancer or AIDS (which other “preventive services” on HHS's list do legitimately seek to prevent). In reality, some of the mandated contraceptives are associated with an increased risk of AIDS, blood clots leading to stroke, and other ailments. Inclusion of these drugs places HHS's effort to prevent disease at war with itself. Militant pro-abortion people in the administration is trying to stick it to the Church. Fr. Chris said this is why he's so glad the USCCB is mobilizing and people are hearing what this is called for. Scot said the second point they make is that HHS wants abortifacient drugs to be required in every health plan. These drugs cause abortions and employers must subsidize abortion and individual Catholics must pay as part of their general premiums for everyone else's abortion drugs. Fr. Chris said the Church will not support this. Scot said the third point is that the rule violates religious freedom and rights of conscience. The rule has an incredibly narrow religious exemption for “religious employers” (not insurers, schools with student health plans, or families purchasing insurance). Even religious employers are exempt only if their purpose is to inculcate religious doctrine, they hire and serve mainly people of their own faith, and they qualify as a church or religious order in a very narrow part of the tax code. Most religious institutions providing health, educational or charitable services to others have no protection. The head of Catholic Charities USA said even Jesus wouldn't qualify for the exemption because he healed everyone regardless of their belief. Fr. Chris said the bill protects individual churches. Scot said it would not include churches if they have a food pantry that serves non-Catholics. It would force the Church to stop providing public services. Fr. Chris said institutions that don't buy in are threatened with fines and those fines could bankrupt them. It's as if the Obama administration wants to put Catholic charitable organizations out of business. 3rd segment: Scot and Fr. Chris discussed a list of questions and answer put out by the USCCB. the first question is “How important is the right of conscience in American tradition?” Scot quoted Thomas Jefferson: “No provision in our Constitution ought to be dearer to man than that which protects the rights of conscience against the enterprises of the civil authority”. In the past, has the federal government respected conscientious objections to procedures such as sterilization that may violate religious beliefs or moral convictions? Yes. For example, a law in effect since 1973 says that no individual is required to take part in “any part of a health service program or research activity funded in whole or in part under a program administered by the Secretary of Health and Human Services” if it is “contrary to his religious beliefs or moral convictions” (42 USC 300a-7 (d)). Even the Federal Employees Health Benefits Program, which requires most of its health plans to cover contraception, exempts religiously affiliated plans and protects the conscience rights of health professionals in the other plans. Currently no federal law requires anyone to purchase, sell, sponsor, or be covered by a private health plan that violates his or her conscience. How has the Department of Health and Human Services departed from this policy? By issuing a mandate for coverage of sterilization and contraceptives (including long-lasting injections and implants, and “morning-after pills” that may cause an early abortion) in virtually all private health plans. In August 2011 HHS included these procedures in a list of “preventive services for women” to be required in health plans issued on or after August 1, 2012. On January 20, 2012, HHS reaffirmed its mandate while deferring enforcement against some religious employers until August 2013. Scot noted that the timing means President Obama won't have to stand for re-election with this issue hanging over him. Fr. Chris noted Mitt Romney's recall of how Catholic Charities in Boston had to get out of the adoption business because of this kind of overreach into religious liberty. Scot noted that many Catholics who supported Obama in 2008 who have said how they are disappointed by this ruling and that they won't be supporting Obama in 2012 unless this changes. Obama won in 2008 with a greater portion of the Catholic vote than John McCain. They discussed prominent Catholic Doug Kmiec who supported Obama in 2008 and later was named Ambassador to Malta by Obama has said this has gone too far. Isn't this an aspect of the Administration's drive for broader access to health care for all? Whether or not it was intended that way, it has the opposite effect. People will not be free to keep the coverage they have now that respects their convictions. Organizations with many employees will have to violate their consciences or stop offering health benefits altogether. And resources needed to provide basic health care to the uninsured will be used instead to facilitate IUDs and Depo-Provera for those who already had ample coverage. This is a diversion away from universal health care. Scot said the bishops weren't very strong opposing the initial mandate in the law because they expected the religious exemption to be included and now the only provision was giving the Church an extra year to figure out how to violate our consciences or drop health care coverage for employees and face massive fines. Fr. Chris said Dolan met with Obama in November and came out of that meeting confident of this conscience clause so this is a real shock to the Catholic bishops. Fr. Chris said the media has reported first that the administration was reconsidering, but then said only that they would listen to concerns. What solution to this dispute would be acceptable? Ideally, HHS can leave the law the way it has always been, so those who provide, sponsor and purchase health coverage can make their own decisions about whether to include these procedures without the federal government imposing one answer on everyone. If HHS refuses, it will be especially urgent for Congress to pass the “Respect for Rights of Conscience Act” (HR 1179/S. 1467), to prevent health care reform act from being used to violate insurers' and purchasers' moral and religious beliefs. 4th segment: Scot said the USCCB issued a response to the White House's contradictory statements on its own contraceptive mandate. The Obama administration, to justify its widely criticized mandate for contraception and sterilization coverage in private health plans, has posted a set of false and misleading claims on the White House blog (“Health Reform, Preventive Services, and Religious Institutions,” February 1). In what follows, each White House claim is quoted with a response. Claim: “Churches are exempt from the new rules: Churches and other houses of worship will be exempt from the requirement to offer insurance that covers contraception.” Response: This is not entirely true. To be eligible, even churches and houses of worship must show the government that they hire and serve primarily people of their own faith and have the inculcation of religious values as their purpose. Some churches may have service to the broader community as a major focus, for example, by providing direct service to the poor regardless of faith. Such churches would be denied an exemption precisely because their service to the common good is so great. More importantly, the vast array of other religious organizations – schools, hospitals, universities, charitable institutions – will clearly not be exempt. Most religious organizations, not just Catholic, would be forced to provide such services. Claim: “No individual health care provider will be forced to prescribe contraception: The President and this Administration have previously and continue to express strong support for existing conscience protections. For example, no Catholic doctor is forced to write a prescription for contraception.” Response: It is true that these rules directly apply to employers and insurers, not providers, but this is beside the point: The Administration is forcing individuals and institutions, including religious employers, to sponsor and subsidize what they consider immoral. Less directly, the classification of these drugs and procedures as basic “preventive services” will increase pressures on doctors, nurses and pharmacists to provide them in order to participate in private health plans – and no current federal conscience law prevents that from happening. Finally, because the mandate includes abortifacient drugs, it violates one of the “existing conscience protections” (the Weldon amendment) for which the Administration expresses “strong support.” Scot said this is about forcing insurers to include them in their plans and individual Catholics must then subsidize those immoral acts. This isn't about directly providing the drugs. Claim: “No individual will be forced to buy or use contraception: This rule only applies to what insurance companies cover. Under this policy, women who want contraception will have access to it through their insurance without paying a co-pay or deductible. But no one will be forced to buy or use contraception.” Response: The statement that no one will be forced to buy it is false. Women who want contraception will be able to obtain it without co-pay or deductible precisely because women who do not want contraception will be forced to help pay for it through their premiums. This mandate passes costs from those who want the service, to those who object to it. Claim: “Drugs that cause abortion are not covered by this policy: Drugs like RU486 are not covered by this policy, and nothing about this policy changes the President's firm commitment to maintaining strict limitations on Federal funding for abortions. No Federal tax dollars are used for elective abortions.” Response: False. The policy already requires coverage of Ulipristal (HRP 2000 or “Ella”), a drug that is a close analogue to RU-486 (mifepristone) and has the same effects.1 RU-486 itself is also being tested for possible use as an “emergency contraceptive” – and if the FDA approves it for that purpose, it will automatically be mandated as well. Scot said the White House is trying to pivot from an unfavorable question to a more favorable. This isn't about a particular drug, but a class of drugs. Claim:“Over half of Americans already live in the 28 States that require insurance companies cover contraception: Several of these States like North Carolina, New York, and California have identical religious employer exemptions. Some States like Colorado, Georgia and Wisconsin have no exemption at all.” Response: This misleads by ignoring important facts, and some of it is simply false. All the state mandates, even those without religious exemptions, may be avoided by self- insuring prescription drug coverage, by dropping that particular coverage altogether, or by taking refuge in a federal law that pre-empts any state mandates (ERISA). None of these havens is available under the federal mandate. It is also false to claim that North Carolina has an identical exemption. It is broader: It does not require a religious organization to serve primarily people of its own faith, or to fulfill the federal rule's narrow tax code criterion. Moreover, the North Carolina law, unlike the federal mandate, completely excludes abortifacient drugs like Ella and RU-486 as well as “emergency contraceptives” like Preven. Scot said some states have policies on this, but they would be overridden by federal law. The state laws don't affect religious employers because federal exemptions sweep them away,but those exemptions would be done away by this. Fr. Chris said the White House is comparing apples and oranges. Claim: “Contraception is used by most women: According to a study by the Guttmacher Institute, most women, including 98 percent of Catholic women, have used contraception.” Response: This is irrelevant, and it is presented in a misleading way. If a survey found that 98% of people had lied, cheated on their taxes, or had sex outside of marriage, would the government claim it can force everyone to do so? But this claim also mangles the data to create a false impression. The study actually says this is true of 98% of “sexually experienced” women. The more relevant statistic is that the drugs and devices subject to this mandate (sterilization, hormonal prescription contraceptives and IUDs) are used by 69% of those women who are “sexually active” and “do not want to become pregnant.” Surely that is a minority of the general public, yet every man and woman who needs health insurance will have to pay for this coverage. The drugs that the mandate's supporters say will be most advanced by the new rule, because they have the highest co-pays and deductibles now, are powerful but risky injectable and implantable hormonal contraceptives, now used by perhaps 5% of women. The mandate is intended to change women's reproductive behavior, not only reflect it. Fr. Chris went back to Pope Benedict who said that the Church's teaching is not based on popularity. It is based on the truth communicated by Jesus Christ. Claim: “The Obama Administration is committed to both respecting religious beliefs and increasing access to important preventive services. And as we move forward, our strong partnerships with religious organizations will continue.”  Response: False. There is no “balance” in the final HHS rule—one side has prevailed entirely, as the mandate and exemption remain entirely unchanged from August 2011, despite many thousands of comments filed since then indicating intense opposition. Indeed, the White House Press Secretary declared on January 31, “I don't believe there are any constitutional rights issues here,” so little was placed on that side of the scale. The Administration's stance on religious liberty has also been shown in other ways. Recently it argued before the Supreme Court that religious organizations have no greater right under the First amendment to hire or fire their own ministers than secular organizations have over their leaders– a claim that was unanimously rejected by the Supreme Court as “extreme” and “untenable.” The Administration recently denied a human trafficking grant to a Catholic service provider with high objective scores, and gave part of that grant instead to a provider with not just lower, but failing, objective scores, all because the Catholic provider refused in conscience to compromise the same moral and religious beliefs at issue here. Such action violates not only federal conscience laws, but President Obama's executive order assuring “faith-based” organizations that they will be able to serve the public in federal programs without compromising their faith. Scot said the bishops are encouraging everyone to contact their Senators and Representatives to ask them to support proposed legislation to protect religious liberty. 5th segment: Scot and Fr. Chris turned to discuss a recent op-ed in the Boston Globe by columnist Joan Venocchi. But not all employees of Catholic institutions are Catholics. Why should their employers impose their religious beliefs on them and deny coverage for birth control and other medical care? As long as those Catholic institutions are getting taxpayer money, they should follow secular rules. That's the Obama administration's argument, and it makes sense. Scot said Venocchi doesn't remember that it's the taxpayers who provide the money that the government disburses to provide services to people. Fr. Chris said the majority of Americans are religious believers, so she forgets that the majority of the people paying the taxes are believers in God who want to protect their conscience. On the larger health care reform issue, this president has the moral high ground, if only he would take it. A church that is supposedly dedicated to feeding the hungry and clothing the naked wouldn't want to leave it to insurance companies and free markets to decide who gets to see a doctor and who gets care - would it? Fr. Chris said he's doesn't understand her point. It's a red herring. People have been receiving health care all along. All the Church is saying is that we cannot support contraception, sterilization, and abortion. Scot said the argument is that if you support universal healthcare, you have to support this mandate. Obama isn't trying to regulate religion or undermine Catholicism. He's telling Catholic leaders they can't regulate the beliefs of those of other faiths. That's fitting in a country that treasures religious freedom, but also values separation of church and state. Scot said Obama is indeed telling Catholics that they can't regular their own beliefs. He said separation of church and state is also misrepresented. It only means the government can't name a particular religion as official. Fr. Chris said this is exactly what the Church wants: freedom from the interference of the state. Scot ended by reciting the First Amendment: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. Freedom of religion is not just how we pray in Church on Sunday, but we live our whole lives every day. This law prohibits the free exercise thereof.

Why have nonprofits historically been seen as workhorses rather than leaders in the search for social innovation? In this panel discussion, Dr. David Shern, CEO of Mental Health America, and Father Larry Snyder, President of Catholic Charities USA, discuss the potential of nonprofits as catalysts for innovation in health care reform. Shern contextualizes the United States’ shortcomings and explains the need for equitable access to healthcare resources, both for preventative and treatment services. Snyder emphasizes the importance of a less monolithic measure of poverty and a more contemporary design for our current “safety net” solutions. “Leadership 18” members Dr. Shern and Father Snyder were invited by the Center for Social Innovation’s Public Management Program and the Center for Leadership Development and Research at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. https://ssir.org/podcasts/entry/dr._david_shern_fr._larry_snyder_the_role_of_the_voluntary_sector_in_the_er

Candy Hill of Catholic Charities USA discusses a legislative proposal on poverty that the agency helped to develop; CNS Spotlight: State ballot issues in November elections; Fr. Michael Montoya of the U.S. Catholic Mission Association discusses "Mission congress 2010;" Fact of Faith: religious orders that craft handmade caskets; Paulist Father Ron Roberson of the USCCB reports on recent meetings between the U.S. Bishops and the Orthodox Church; Movie Review: "The Social Network."

Ron Gering, Director of Family and Children Services in the Diocese of Trenton, comments on winning a Catholic Charities USA "Family Strengthening" Award; Rome Report: Newman Beatification; Life issues Forum: Deirdre McQuade on the emergency contraceptive drug "Ella;" Fact of Faith: St. Dymphna; CRS' work in Sudan: Dan Griffin; CNS Spotlight: San Francisco Archdiocese hosts gathering for victims of abuse; Movie Review: "Nanny McPhee Returns."

Fr. Larry Snyder of Catholic Charities USA explains why he is working to have the Gulf oil spill declared a national disaster; CNS Spotlight: Oil spill's impact; New Vatican procedures to deal with sexual abuse and clergy: Bp. Blase Cupich; Fact of Faith: Admirabilis Fresco in Rome; CRS' John Belanger explains the agency's work with Iraqi refugees in Egypt; Rome Report: Roman Missal iPad app; Movie Review: "Ramona and Beezus."

Dan Buck of the St. Patrick Center in St. Louis discusses an award the center received from Catholic Charities USA; CNS Spotlight: Florida activist against human trafficking honored by U.S. Government; New video on unique aspects of marriage: Andy Lichtenwalner/USCCB; Fact of Faith: origins of grace before meals; Mississippi camp for low income kids: Fr. Tim Murphy Rome Report: Vatican appointments; Movie Review: "The Twilight Saga: Eclipse"

Pat Hvidston of Catholic Charities USA discusses the "Poverty summits" the organization has been conducting as they mark their 100th anniversary; Rome Report: Pedophilia experts and the media; Permanent Diaconate: Fr. David Toups; Fact of Faith: Gregorian chant; CNS Spotlight: update on the health of Father Michael Joncas; People of Life student Leader award: Lauren Roselli; Movie Review: "Metropolis."

Carol Peck of Catholic Charities USA discusses the problem of human trafficking of US citizens; CNS Spotlight: Ministering to wounded Veterans; Life Issues Forum: Deirdre McQuade on forgiveness; Fact of Faith: author J.R.R. Tolkien; Dennis Warner of Catholic Relief Services discusses World Water Day; Rome Report: Vatican Mummy Project; Movie Review: "Alice in Wonderland."

Roger Conner of Catholic Charities USA discusses the increased demand for the agency’s services as unemployment rises; Rome Report—Pope Benedict’s concern for the hungry; USCCB’s Theresa Notare on the bishops’ new marriage pastoral; Fact of Faith—Mortal Sin; excerpt from "Lessons and Carols;" Emily McManus of Catholic Relief Services previews their online gift catalog; CNS Spotlight—Kennedy Center honoree Dave Brubeck; OFB movie review: "Shorts."

Catholic Charities USA's Candy Hill on the economic crisis and poverty; CNS Spotlight looks at the television "V-Chip;" violence on both sides of the abortion debate; Jesuit priest Matteo Ricci's influence in China; decline in Latin literacy; Author Matthew Bunson on St. Damien; Movie review "The Informant."

Bishop David Zubik of Pittsburgh on the G-20 summit meeting; more pharmacy programs at Catholic colleges; Life Issues Forum: health care reform; Fact of Faith: Parishes; Catholic Charities USA recognizes local agencies; Rome Report: Pope’s message to deacons; Web videos on the sacraments; movie review: "Ponyo."

Fr. Larry Snyder of Catholic Charities USA on disaster relief; Life Issues commentary on health care reform; Vatican confessors; U.S. Ordination Class of 2009; El Centro Family Center in Hartford, CT; Missouri couple’s ministry in Guyana; CRS’ new web video and review of "Aliens in the Attic."