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Bishop Paul Bradley blesses the new Caring Network Prayer Place during the Caring Network 25th Anniversary Celebration (Oct 2, 2014) as William and Julia VanDomelen and Fran Denny pray.
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Catholic Charities Diocese of Kalamazoo
Providing Help. Creating Hope. Serving All.
Your support and partnership brings these words to life. We're excited to share these stories and invite you to join us as we live our mission.
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The CN Prayer Place: Where Two Or More Are Gathered
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 Each year, Catholic Charities' Caring Network Program serves hundreds of pregnant and parenting women and families who are dealing with difficult situations and challenging decisions. Our services are designed to offer much-needed assistance with physical, mental, and emotional needs as we help mothers to prepare for the birth of their baby and families to create safe and loving homes. We invite you to help us serve these families spiritually through the newly established Caring Network Prayer Place.
Every Monday and Wednesday from 12:00 - 1:00 PM volunteer Prayer Partners are gathering at the Caring Network's Van Domelen Center (1441 South Westnedge) to lift up our mothers, babies, and families through prayer. Throughout the week, our clients and staff are encouraged to submit specific prayer requests and we gather to pray for them, requesting the grace, peace, health, and hope that only God can give to each mother and family.
You are invited to join us in this important task - or to visit the Caring Network Prayer Place at other times during the week for solitary prayer. The Prayer Place is open between 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM Monday through Friday. We have resources available to assist you in your prayer and the need is great. Please join us in praying for new life and the families who welcome it. If you would like more information about this opportunity, please contact Sue Heffron Hajec, Prayer Place Coordinator, at [email protected] or 269-548-8954.
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Come One, Come All, Come HUNGRY . . . to CharitiesDine!
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The 3rd annual CharitiesDine takes place November 19th, 2014! 
On that day, participating restaurants will donate at least 20% of their proceeds -- from breakfast, brunch, lunch, linner, dinner, and dessert -- to Catholic Charities to support our mission and our services. It's the yummiest way to support CCDOK all year long!
Please check your e-mail and our website as we are adding participating restaurants soon! Then, grab some friends, your family, the office gang, your neighbors, or some random person off the street and take them out to eat on November 19th.
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Did You Know? Interesting Facts about CCDOK
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The Caring Network Program Offers FREE Pregnancy Tests 
Caring Network staff are now able to offer free pregnancy tests to any woman who is interested. The program also offers supportive case management services to women regardless of the test results -- positive or negative. Simply call or drop-in to take advantage of these services.
The Ark Services for Youth Hosts Drop-Ins in Allegan, Calhoun, and Kalamazoo
Ark Outreach staff are present in area schools and partner organizations several times each month (and sometimes each week) to meet homeless youth and youth in crisis. Youth receive crisis intervention services, information, food/drink/hygiene supplies, referrals, and more depending on their needs. Call 269-281-9800 and ask for Outreach staff to learn more.
Third Annual CharitiesDine! Event - November 19 all day
We mentioned it above, but we can't mention it enough . . . come hungry and eat often to support CCDOK during this delicious event. When you dine at any participating restaurant a minimum of 20% of proceeds will be donated to CCDOK. Stay tuned for more information and a complete listing of participating restaurants.
St Nicholas Event - December 6 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
The Christmas season seems far off, but it is quickly drawing near! Join us for our annual celebration of St Nicholas day at Saint Catherine's Stanley Center. This is truly a family friendly event!! In addition to delicious food and great conversations, Bishop Paul Bradley will be reading the REAL St Nicholas story to all children who attend. Stay tuned for more details as the event draws closer.
If you have any questions about any of these events/announcements or would simply like to know more, feel free to check out our website or call us at 269-381-9800.
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1819 Gull Road, Kalamazoo MI 49048 -- 269-381-9800
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