Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap. has asked that all parishes in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia consider taking up a voluntary collection on the weekend of their choosing to support continued relief efforts in the wake of Hurricane Michael.

All contributed funds will be used to support the efforts of Catholic Charities USA and Catholic Relief Services, the official relief agencies of the U.S. Catholic Church, as they respond to immediate emergency needs for such necessities as water, food, shelter, and medical care and aid in long-term rebuilding and recovery efforts. These funds will also be used in response to any other natural disasters that occur this year to support disaster response and recovery efforts.

Individuals may also contribute directly to Catholic Charities USA by visiting https://www.catholiccharitiesusa.org/.

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Editor’s Note:  Catholic Charities USA is the official domestic relief agency of the United States Catholic Church. For additional information please visit www.catholiccharitiesusa.org.

 

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Contact: Kenneth A. Gavin
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215-587-3747 (office)