Catholic Charities News and Notes

An evening in our Food Pantry and Clothing Center
The girl wanted either pink or glittery shoes; I found her an aqua pair of shoes. We were both rooting for that pair but still looked around for more. However, I found a white pair of Vans. I told...
Catholic Charities Mary Martha Outreach named "Best of Bartlesville" Non-Profit
Catholic Charities Mary Martha Outreach has been named the "Best Non-Profit" in Bartlesville.
"We are not strangers. He is a piece of me."
When she showed me [the waiting family's] book, I knew it was them. They felt like family and I had not even met them.
“When it boils right down to it, they saved my life. There's no doubt in my mind.”
The following is a first-hand account of Billy Harris’ experience with Catholic Charities of Eastern Oklahoma. The Wagoner man and his wife, Sherry, lost everything in a home fire on May 6th. He...
Way More Than a Bag of Groceries
I looked over toward a van that was sitting in the driveway and saw a person asleep in the driver side front seat. I went around the van and tapped on the half-rolled-down window. A man slowly...
Way More Than a Charity
When you give to Catholic Charities, you are living out the commandment to love your neighbor. Your generosity is a blessing to the poor and suffering in our community. Together, we are "Love...
Way more than a bed to sleep in...
Melody described herself when she first arrived at Madonna House as a “very round, terrified, small, human.” Of her first experience of Madonna House, she says, “Nothing anybody could have said...
Jim Sweedyk hired as COO of Catholic Charities
Prior to joining Catholic Charities, Jim worked for more than 40 years at The NORDAM Group.
Catholic Charities hires 3
Catholic Charities of Eastern Oklahoma has selected three Bartlesville residents to join the staff of Catholic Charities Mary Martha Outreach.
Way More Than Origami
Mickey's take on a lemonade stand supports Catholic Charities.
I want to volunteer my time to help
Posted:
February 26, 2020
Currently, volunteers are needed for rebuilding projects. Here are three ways you can get involved: ​1) Volunteers: Volunteer teams can register online at https://dirrt-ok.org/user/register and someone will contact you.
Chef Michael Fusco finds the perfect balance at Catholic Charities
Posted:
May 10, 2019
Chef Michael Fusco, a long-time top chef in Tulsa, has joined the staff of Catholic Charities as manager of Kitchen & Garden Ministries. Chef Michael brings his love of fresh ingredients and healthy eating by preparing delicious meals for our clients. Sharing a meal together is also an important opportunity for fellowship and community. 
An evening in our Food Pantry and Clothing Center
Posted:
December 10, 2018
The girl wanted either pink or glittery shoes; I found her an aqua pair of shoes. We were both rooting for that pair but still looked around for more. However, I found a white pair of Vans. I told her, “Guess what? They’re your size!” She jumped in triumph.
Catholic Charities Mary Martha Outreach named "Best of Bartlesville" Non-Profit
Posted:
November 30, 2018
Catholic Charities Mary Martha Outreach has been named the "Best Non-Profit" in Bartlesville.
"We are not strangers. He is a piece of me."
Posted:
November 29, 2018
When she showed me [the waiting family's] book, I knew it was them. They felt like family and I had not even met them.
“When it boils right down to it, they saved my life. There's no doubt in my mind.”
Posted:
November 1, 2018
The following is a first-hand account of Billy Harris’ experience with Catholic Charities of Eastern Oklahoma. The Wagoner man and his wife, Sherry, lost everything in a home fire on May 6th. He came to Catholic Charities looking for help…

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