Compassion in Motion 2026
Phil, the Bag Receives Food Donations from Holy Family School, Nazareth
During Catholic Schools Week, students at Holy Family School, Nazareth put their faith into action by collecting food donations for Catholic Charities. “Phil, the Bag” was on hand to receive the generous gifts, symbolizing how even small acts of kindness can make a big impact. Students and families filled bags with pantry staples to support neighbors experiencing food insecurity. Their enthusiasm reflected the heart of Catholic education — service rooted in love and community. Thanks to their generosity, local families will feel the care and compassion shared during this special week.
Catholic Charities Receives Grant from the Catholic Women’s Society of Giving Diocese of Allentown for Bundles of Joy
Catholic Charities is grateful to receive a generous grant from the Catholic Women’s Society of Giving to support the Bundles of Joy program. This funding helps provide essential baby items to families in need, giving infants a healthy and happy start. Through Compassion in Motion, volunteers and staff ensure that every bundle delivered carries care, hope, and encouragement. The Catholic Women’s Society of Giving’s support demonstrates the power of community collaboration to uplift vulnerable families. Together, Catholic Charities and its partners are making a meaningful difference, one bundle at a time.
Divine Mercy Parish Volunteers Respond Quickly in Time of Need
In a time of crisis in Shenandoah, volunteers from Diven Mercy Parish stepped forward to assist their neighbors affected by a prolonged water main break. After the community experienced a water main break and boil water advisory, these dedicated individuals organized the distribution of meals and water buckets, ensuring that essential resources reached those in need promptly.
Catholic Charities extends its gratitude to these selfless volunteers for their invaluable support during the water crisis, and their ongoing support to the Community Café Food Truck every month.