Reflecting on 125 years of Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens

 

 

Please join us in listening to the below episode of the Big City Catholics Podcast with Most Reverend Bishop Robert J. Brennan and Msgr. Alfred LoPinto, President and CEO, Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens and Affiliated Agencies for the celebrations marking 125 years of Catholic Charities. 

This podcast is featuring a meaningful conversation between Most Reverend Bishop Robert J. Brennan and Msgr. Alfred LoPinto, President and CEO of Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens and its affiliated agencies. This special episode is part of the ongoing celebrations marking 125 years of Catholic Charities, a milestone that honors more than a century of unwavering service, compassion, and commitment to the people of Brooklyn and Queens. Reflecting on 125 years of Catholic Charities reveals their tremendous impact on our community.

 

In this episode, Msgr. LoPinto reflects on the extraordinary legacy of Catholic Charities and the countless ways the organization has responded to the evolving needs of the communities it serves. From its earliest days at the turn of the 20th century to its expansive network of programs today, Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens has remained rooted in the belief that every person deserves dignity, support, and hope. This milestone of 125 years of Catholic Charities showcases their commitment to addressing issues like food insecurity and more.

The conversation also highlights the dedicated staff, volunteers, and partners who make this mission possible. Their collective efforts have shaped Catholic Charities into one of the largest and most trusted social service providers in the region. As Bishop Brennan and Msgr. LoPinto look back on 125 years of service, they also cast an eye toward the future, emphasizing the ongoing need for compassion-driven work and the importance of remaining responsive to emerging community needs.

We invite you to listen, reflect, and celebrate this remarkable anniversary with us as we honor the past, embrace the present, and look forward with hope to the next chapter of Catholic Charities’ mission celebrating its rich history of 125 years.