CHARLOTTE — Catholic Charities Diocese of Charlotte recently received an additional $350,000 in disaster recovery support from Catholic Charities USA, bolstering ongoing efforts to help communities recover from Tropical Storm Helene.
The devastation caused by the storm prompted Catholic Charities USA to launch a comprehensive relief effort that has included financial support, emergency and essential supplies, volunteer coordination, and guidance.
Catholic Charities USA’s initial donation of $2.7 million empowered the first six months of recovery, allowing Catholic Charities to focus on rebuilding and supporting affected families and businesses.
With the additional funds, Executive Director Gerry Carter has encouraged his team to think creatively, supporting restoration in Asheville’s River Arts District, building a playground at a mobile home park, and helping youth sports. This funding is enabling Catholic Charities to address people’s long-term needs.
— Catholic Charities Diocese of Charlotte
CHARLOTTE — More than 30 people attended St. Patrick Cathedral’s Divine Mercy celebration at 3 p.m. on Divine Mercy Sunday, April 27.
The cathedral’s rector, Father Christopher Roux, exposed the Blessed Sacrament for Eucharistic Adoration and led the congregation in reciting the Divine Mercy Chaplet, while parochial vicar Father Raymond Ekosse offered confessions to allow attendees to receive the plenary indulgence granted for Divine Mercy Sunday.
— Mike FitzGerald, correspondent