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Discover Deacon Larry Erpelding's inspiring journey with Catholic Charities, where faith meets action. Joined by his wife, Donna, they've become dedicated volunteers, showcasing the transformative power of service. Click to read their story of faith in action.

Every month, Catholic Charities outreach vans travel throughout the 31 counties of northern Kansas to deliver essential food and hygiene items to our rural neighbors in need who are encountering food insecurity. One person who has been impacted by these outreach services is Cathie, a wife and mother from Beverly.

When Mary Ann stepped through Catholic Charities doors for the first time in 2008, she had no idea that it would be a continued place of refuge for her family throughout the next 15 years.

Our Hays team has done amazing work from our office at 122 E. 12th St., but we have outgrown our space and cannot expand the reach of our services to poor and vulnerable families of western Kansas in our current building. An incredibly generous family recently donated a 9,000 sq. ft. building to Catholic Charities and we are redeveloping it into our new western Kansas headquarters. This building will serve as an anchor of hope for families in need in the Hays area community for years to come!

On December 15, 2021, a fire erupted in western Kansas that caused the evacuations of over three towns. Jessica Dockendorf's Russell County ranch was one of the many areas affected that day. Learn how Jessica's family recovered after unexpected disaster.

 Raising a family and welcoming children into a nurturing, loving home is among Kelton and Jill Stecklein’s greatest pillars of marriage. This is why they always felt called to adoption. Learn about how the gift of adoption enriched their lives this past year in an unexpected, beautiful way.

After Bill and Paula Robben won a brand-new car during a raffle, they wanted to pay it forward. Read about their impact of hope!

In 2020, after being diagnosed with stage three breast cancer, Brittanie contacted Catholic Charities for support. Read about the life-saving services she received through the Financial and Housing Assistance Program.

After her family's home was destroyed in a devastating fire, Judy came to Catholic Charities for support. Read how Catholic Charities assisted them on their road to recovery.

In the 101 years of his life, Paul Prellwitz never overlooked an opportunity to put others before himself. He always committed his time and treasure to organizations he believed in. Learn about the beautiful way Paul left his mark on Catholic Charities.

Mary adopted her son, Bryce through Catholic Charities nearly 21 years ago. Learn about the many ways adoption has blessed her family's life and given them the ultimate gift of love.

Anyone can struggle with mental health. Learn how Catholic Charities Counseling helped husband and father Josh turn his life around and strengthen his relationships.

When Shelly came to Catholic Charities, she was anxious, afraid, and unsure. Like many, Shelly struggles with addiction and had relapsed after nine years sober. Learn how Catholic Charities helped her regain control of her life.