Catholic News

The Idaho Catholic Appeal is more than an annual Lenten fundraiser. It is a shared mission that supports more than 20 life-giving ministries, each one an expression of Christ’s peace and light in action. Through the Appeal, seminarians are formed and prepared to answer God’s call to the priesthood, ensuring that the sacraments and pastoral care remain vibrant for generations to come. Deacons and lay leaders receive essential training, equipping them to serve faithfully . . .

Transitional homes offer men and women a place to live while they get back on their feet after prison. “It’s really hard for people when they come out of prison,” Deacon Geraty explained. “They go from an environment where everything is chosen for them, everything is structured, to needing to make so many choices. It can be overwhelming.”

"The successes or failures always need to be valued for what they are – building blocks of a lifetime." David Fry