Reverend Joseph E. Kurtz, D.D. Bishop | Archdiocese of Louisville
As Lent approaches, Catholic Charities is encouraging community involvement through their "40-Day People Up Challenge." Lisa DeJaco Crutcher, Chief Executive Officer for Catholic Charities of Louisville, expresses gratitude for the volunteers supporting social service organizations throughout the archdiocese. She reflects on Jesus' sacrifices during Lent and Holy Week, emphasizing the importance of following his example to help others.
The organization invites everyone to take one selfless action each day during Lent to support those in need. This includes aiding the hungry, poor, elderly, survivors of human trafficking, and refugees. The challenge aligns with the seven themes of Catholic social teaching, particularly focusing on the "Call to Family and Participation," which highlights the responsibility to engage in communities for the common good.
Catholic Charities aims to inspire individuals to actively participate in lifting people up through acts of kindness. Crutcher encourages visiting cclou.org/challenge for more information on how to get involved.