Homeless Archives

Catholic groups face risks to help homeless in Brazil

Church in the Americas
Jul 2, 2019

The Archdiocese of São Paulo and members of Catholic lay movements have been making a huge effort to deal with the needs of homeless people, but they say the problem is getting worse.

Funeral pays tribute to homeless man who lived by Indianapolis cathedral

Catholic News Service, Church in the US
May 21, 2019

In his own way, William “Paco” Pryor never considered himself homeless during the more than 20 years that he lived behind SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral in Indianapolis. Instead, he found his own version of what most people long for in a “home” — a place where he was welcomed and embraced by people who cared about him.

Foot-care ministry offers physical relief, friendship to the homeless

Catholic News Service, Church in the US
Apr 11, 2019

At St. Andre Bessette Church in downtown Portland a team of nurses and volunteers tend to those who spend their days thinking about shelter and safety — not what’s best for their feet.

Organization of American States calls for protection of Brazilian slum priest

Church in the Americas
Mar 30, 2019

Menaced for his work with homeless people on the streets of São Paulo, a Brazilian priest has been issued a “precautionary measure” by the Organization of American States (OAS).

Vatican opens medical clinic for the homeless

Catholic News Service, Vatican
Dec 26, 2018

The clinic, run by the papal almoner’s office, will be staffed by personnel from the Vatican medical service and by volunteer physicians.

Individuals look to deliver faith, food to others

Associated Press, Church in the US
Dec 24, 2018

“Faith Feeding Freedom,” started by Toni Wiesberg, will be feeding the homeless, elderly and low income individuals at The Martinsburg Library at 11:30 a.m. every Friday.