Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church
O happy Virgin, you gave birth to the Lord;
O blessed mother of the Church,
you warm our hearts with the Spirit of your Son Jesus Christ.
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Highlights from CCUSA
Final week to register for the 2021 virtual O’Grady Leadership Institute!
The O’Grady Leadership Institute is intended exclusively for Catholic Charities professionals and is designed by content experts at Catholic Charities USA. It offers a unique opportunity to explore the knowledge and skills essential for effective Catholic Charities leadership and integrates leadership and management with theology and spirituality. To register and review the agenda please go to 2021 Virtual O’Grady Leadership Institute. Registration will close on Friday, May 28.
Events and Webinars
Webinar about the elderly after pandemic
You are invited to attend a free webinar series and learn about a groundbreaking release from the Vatican Pontifical Academy for Life: Old Age: Our Future – The elderly after pandemic. Co-sponsored by CHA, the Community of Sant'Egidio and Catholic Charities USA (CCUSA), this series will open a conversation starting from this newest Vatican document and stretch thinking on possibilities for how partnerships and innovation must be created to meet the critical needs of the growing population of elders and the impact on them from the pandemic. This series is for all – and why it is complimentary. Learn more and access registration.
- Webinar IV | May 26, 2021, Noon – 1 PM ET The Elderly – Our Future: Connecting for Greater Understanding and Action for Elders.
Fratelli Tutti: Finding sisterhood and brotherhood to overcome what divides us
Catholic Charities USA is pleased to sponsor an upcoming series hosted by the Franciscan Action Network and featuring expert speakers who will unpack Pope Francis’ latest social encyclical, Fratelli Tutti. Dates, topics, featured panelists, and registration links are as follows:
Each event will begin at 7 PM ET. Discussions will be moderated by Stephen Schneck, executive director of the Franciscan Action Network, and will feature Q&A with the panelists. Please note that there is a separate registration link for each event.
Effects of domestic violence on children
This presentation will highlight research and interventions for working with children who have witnessed domestic violence in their families. Dr. Mindy Thiel, creator of SafeStart, will describe statistics, major studies and resources. She will share effective treatment interventions from the Montgomery County MD Safe Start Counseling Program for children exposed to domestic violence. June 2, 2021, at 3 PM. Register here.
How to help survivors assess their risk of death (Lethality Assessment)
Laura Yeomans, program manager of the Archdiocese of Washington’s DV Awareness response program, will share how to recognize high lethality domestic violence risks and support survivors doing their own risk assessment. Material is based on the key lethality risk factors developed by Dr. Jackie Campbell of the John Hopkins School of Nursing and the Maryland Network Against Domestic Violence. June 16, 2021, at 3 PM. Register here.
Building workforce development collaboration efforts webinar
In 2020, amidst the pandemic, Catholic Charities of Buffalo and C-Tech Associates developed and administered a pilot program to create a comprehensive vocational training program for unemployed, under-employed, and high needs populations. The program provides case management, employment, retention, support services, and industry-recognized credentials for all enrolled students. East Delavan Academy, the site of the pilot, is a comprehensive workforce development program that includes industry-recognized training, academic tutoring, soft skills training, employment and college placement services, and retention services. During the webinar, you will hear how students participated in an intensive 4-week course, administered by C-Tech Associates, which included both classroom and hands-on training. Graduates are certified in Network Cabling, Copper and Fiber Optics, 5G Systems, and Grounding and Bonding.This webinar will cover how effective workforce training partnerships will prepare your clients for many of these jobs. When: June 17, 2021, at 3 PM ET. Register in advance for this webinar here. After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
Register for "Laudato Si and the U.S. Catholic Church: A Conference Series on Our Common Home"
Registration is now open for “Laudato Si’ and the U.S. Catholic Church: A Conference Series on Our Common Home,” to be held virtually from July 13-15, and co-sponsored by the Catholic Climate Covenant and Creighton University. Headline speakers include Cardinal Blase Cupich, Archbishop of Chicago, and Sister Ilia Delos, OSF, PhD, of Villanova University. Click here to register or for more information.
Grant Opportunities and Resources
Grant Opportunity: CCUSA Financial Education AmeriCorps Program
CCUSA is currently looking for additional grantees for the Financial Education AmeriCorps program! The AmeriCorps members in this program will primarily use the FDIC Money Smart curriculum to teach clients how to enhance their financial skills and create positive banking relationships. AmeriCorps members can also provide other asset-development activities, including tax preparation, financial counseling, IDA enrollment, and much more. This program has a goal to help clients improve their financial literacy and navigate financial decisions more efficiently. If your agency is interested in learning more about this federal grant opportunity, please reach out to Abby Qualliotine.
Employment Opportunities
Anyone can view the job opportunities by clicking on the "Careers" tag on the footer of the CCUSA webpage. To post a job opportunity, one must be a member and have access to the members' portal in order to fill out the submission form (click on "Careers" tag on members only portal homepage). If you have any questions about the new job opportunities submission form, please contact David Werning. Please click here to access job opportunities.
CCUSA Photo Gallery
Did you know that one of the benefits CCUSA provides to member agencies is access to a professional photo gallery? Visit our Flickr photo pages to explore our albums and photos. If you would like a high-resolution version for your agency's use, please email CCUSA with photo number.
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