Catholic Charities West Virginia’s (CCWVa) ninth annual Gala, entitled “Impressions of Hope,” will be celebrated March 2 at Wheeling Park’s White Palace ballroom from 6:30-10 p.m. The Gala will benefit the agency’s programs and services in the Northern Panhandle. “The Gala is a wonderful way for people to support the important work of Catholic Charities...
Month: February 2019
Catholic Charities to Launch Relatives as Parents Program
Catholic Charities West Virginia (CCWVa) is expanding its case management services in Wheeling to offer a new Relatives as Parents (RAP) program. The program launches in February 2019. “Our goal is to provide relevant information to people who find themselves providing for children whose parents are unable to care for them,” said Diana Bell, CCWVa...
Recognizing the Dignity of Work
By Susan Hollis Dignity of work, a tenet of Catholic social teaching, deals with many different aspects of work-related issues, including unemployment, underemployment, and lack of just wages or safe working environment. These are not simply issues dealing with the lack of money. The tenet speaks to the heart of one’s purpose. Not working when...