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Navigating a New Life
It was her first day of work as an essential employee, sewing masks during the pandemic.
Jun 8, 2020
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The pandemic has some good after all
The pandemic has given me a chance to reflect deeply on God, life and what matters.
Jun 5, 2020
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Racism and Prejudice Tear Apart the Fabric of our Communities
We have watched the events of this past week with deep sadness.
Jun 2, 2020
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Hope and a Home
Janna lives with her adult son, Cody. Both she and Cody have significant health problems and are at high risk of contracting COVID-19. Cody
Apr 27, 2020
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A Long Day and a Happy Reunion
In mid-March, what would normally have been a single day of air travel, turned into a 29-hour trip for CCC staff
Apr 7, 2020
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CCC's Response to Coronavirus
In response to the rapid spread of COVID-19 across Virginia, the United States, and the world, CCC continues to provide services.
Mar 19, 2020
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Building A Healthy Relationship
Eric decided that he wanted his life to be different when he was released. He wanted a healthy and loving relationship with his partner.
Feb 24, 2020
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Overcoming Trauma Through Counseling
Brad entered CCC’s Healthy Relationships Program after he was arrested for violence towards his ex-girlfriend.
Feb 6, 2020
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City of Richmond Signs Official Welcome to Refugees
The City of Richmond has become one of the first cities in the nation to provide a consent letter welcoming the resettlement of refugees
Dec 4, 2019
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Hope for a Future
As an English-speaker who had previously worked with the United States government in Afghanistan, Aria was hopeful about her prospects
Jun 14, 2019
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Home at Last
Charles was born into a low-income family in Church Hill in 1959 and grew up downtown during segregation.
Jun 14, 2019
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A Long Road to Safety
Amina’s road to the United States has been long and often painful.
Jun 6, 2019
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Volunteer Spotlight
Art Heifetz Much of CCC’s ability to help others depends on volunteers—caring individuals who share their unique talents and skills. Art...
Mar 26, 2019
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CCC Welcomes New Director of Parish Engagement
Originally published in Winter 2019 Chronicle Commonwealth Catholic Charities has hired John Elwell as the new Director of Parish...
Mar 26, 2019
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Q&A With Jay Brown
Originally published in Winter Chronicle 2019 What are some of your priorities for your first few months in your new role? In my first...
Mar 15, 2019
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A Home of His Own
Brendan enjoys his job, going to church, and visiting restaurants. He also has autism which makes certain aspects of his life more...
Mar 12, 2019
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CCC Awarded Grant Supporting Youth Housing Stability Project
On March 6, The Robins Foundation announced the award of the 2019 Lora M. and E. Claiborne Robins, Sr. Community Innovation Grant of...
Mar 7, 2019
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Joy to the World
An Adoption Story by Donna Banks, CCC Pregnancy Counselor & Adoption Case Worker I’ve had the pleasure of working with Amy and Jay, whose...
Jan 24, 2019
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