"Catholic Social Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia continues the work of Jesus by affirming, assisting, and advocating for individuals, families, and communities."
January 12, 2012
 We are pleased to present an electronic copy of the Winter 2011-12 edition of CSS Connections, headlined by seven young people from Notre Dame Mission Volunteers who are making a big impact on our work by giving a year of service in various CSS programs. Other stories include a feature on Deacon Joe Lonergan and Immigration Services, the canonization of “Don Guanella,” CSS Divisional Employees of the Year, St. Edmond’s Women’s Auxiliary honoring Denise Clofine, LaSalle University honoring the St. Gabriel’s System, the Mercy Hospice Transitioning Ceremony, the 20th anniversary of the Mother Bachman Maternity Center, and inspiring examples of Servant Leadership throughout the agency. Plus great photos of the Archbishop’s Christmas Benefit for Children, and information about how you can still make a donation to benefit our work with children of all ages. Enjoy!
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October 17, 2011
.jpg) Don Guanella Village is named in memory of Saint Luigi Guanella, who is to be canonized on October 23, 2011. Don Guanella pioneered a program of support for boys and girls abandoned and rejected by society because of their physical and mental disabilities. He challenged the society of his time to accept individuals with intellectual disabilities as brothers and as blessings from God. Father Guanella established two religious congregations to carry out his work: the "Daughters of St. Mary of Providence" and the "Servants of Charity." In 1960, the Servants of Charity came to Don Guanella Village in Springfield, PA. The Daughters of St. Mary of Providence staffed Divine Providence Village from its founding in 1984 through 2004. The Servants of Charity continue to coordinate and offer the spiritual programming at Don Guanella Village and direct Mission Integration and Catholic Identity for the Developmental Programs division of Catholic Social Services. Click here to read more. |
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September 20, 2011
 We are pleased to present our Fall 2011 edition of CSS Connections, headlined by CSS receiving a prestigious national award from Catholic Charities USA and the Annie E. Casey Foundation for its Family Strengthening Initiatives. Other stories include a feature on Sr. Pat Kelly and parish social outreach, the record number of St. Gabriel’s System graduates, faithful volunteers at Saint John’s Hospice, exciting activities for Cardinal Krol Center residents, the Learn to Earn program at De LaSalle Vocational, and the success story of a graduate of the CSS Certified Nursing Assistant training program. Plus great photos of children of all ages having fun at one of our summer camp programs. Enjoy! |
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