Cross Catholic Outreach

In Haiti, "konbit" is more than just a word—it's a way of life. It represents unity and the power of community. Today, we celebrate konbit, where neighbors join together to work, harvest and strengthen their community bonds.

As we witness these beautiful moments of people working together in the fields, let us be inspired to create the same spirit of unity in our own lives. Together, we can achieve so, so much!

Tick-tock, friends! ⏰—time’s running out to get your FREE Box of Joy project kit! Comment below and we’ll send you the link to request yours.

to when the amazing Brandi Milloy and Sergio Serrano joined us to deliver Box of Joy gifts to kids in need.

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🥇 Gold medal winners, that's YOU!🥇 Last year, thanks to our volunteers and donors, we delivered over 37 million meals to those in need. You also supported 24 nutrition projects in communities around the world.

Go for the gold again this year🥇and be a champion for those in need! Visit our website to find a project to support or volunteer opportunity.

No matter where they are in the world, moms & dads share the same dreams for their kids: access to nutritious food, a safe home, a good education and clean water 💦. All so kids can grow and thrive in God's love. ❤

Thanks to your support, in 2023 you uplifted countless families!

▪3,022 people got microloans to start small businesses
▪3,131 people received homes
▪18,996 people were fed through community programs
▪274,377 people got access to clean water
And more!

On Parents' Appreciation Day, let's offer a prayer for all parents who model Christ's love every day. May God bless and guide you in your noble vocation.

Ready to help a family in need? Check out Ways to Give on our website.

Rawrrrr! 🦕From roaring dinosaurs to The Story of Jesus, cars & more, Abel’s Box of Joy is dino-mite!!🦖

Help spread some roars of joy! See the comments ⬇️ to learn more.

Happy Friday! ❤️✝️ Felix and his baby sister Aoilia are here to show us that faith and family make the perfect pair. Take a breather and let this sweet family inspire a wonderful weekend ahead!

"...the best gift you can give someone is to bring the love of Jesus to others." - Bishop Jerry Vincke ❤

📷 Bishop Vincke blessing Box of Joy gifts before they're sent to kids living in impoverished communities around the world.

Move over, superheroes—meet Ifride! 🦸‍♀️Thanks to you, she’s growing papayas, corn, and eggplants, feeding her 5 kids, and earning a small income. Ifride even shares her garden's bounty with neighbors. Ifride says: "When you give, you receive." 🙏😍

Ifride’s story shows us the power of sharing and caring for one another. Be part of our mission. Visit our website to learn how you can get involved & change lives. 🙏

In the eyes of a child, we find hope for a brighter future. Let’s pray and work towards a world filled with peace and love. 🙏❤

📷 Edin R. with his baby chick.

Praying together, smiling together—this is what faith and friendship look like! 🌼🙏

➡Important Reminder: Less than a month left to send in your prayer requests for the special Vatican Mass! After submission, download your free keepsake Mass card. https://crosscatholic.org/day-of-prayer/

Newsfeed got you down? 🛑 Stop doom scrolling and start uplifting!

Join us and make a REAL difference: help a mother plant a vegetable garden to feed her kids and earn a small income; send a child to school; or rebuild homes after floods and more!

We invite you to explore our website & learn about the latest projects across eight areas:

💧 Water & Health
👶 Vulnerable Children
🏠 Housing
📚 Education
🌾 Agriculture
💼 Microenterprise
🚨 Disaster Relief
🍲 Food

📷 Maria D. and Michele Sagarino, president of Cross Catholic Outreach

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Riding into happiness! 🚴💨 This little one just received his Box of Joy and loves his new shades and rosary! 📿

✨ Cardinal Konrad Krajewski will offer Mass for your intentions on the Solemnity of the Assumption at St. Peter’s Basilica! Submit your prayer requests by July 31st at midnight EST. ⏰ 𝘚𝘦𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘬 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘸!

📸 Here's Cardinal Krajewski with a Box of Joy, which we shared with him last year.

Today, we reflect on the blessings we enjoy and the responsibility we have to be a light in our community. Whether through acts of service or spreading kindness, we can make a difference!

“Freedom consists not in doing what we like, but in having the right to do what we ought.” -St. John Paul II

Wishing you a safe & joyous 4th of July!

📷 St. Theresa School in Ashburn, VA held a food packing event this past spring where volunteers packed meals for the hungry — and enjoyed the presence of a cardboard cutout of St. John Paul II.

⏰Time flies when you're spreading joy! 🎉 Can you believe it's been 10 years of Box of Joy? You've blessed 646,163 kids around the world with these amazing gifts—kids just like little Mia!

Today, we celebrate the unwavering faith and dedication of Sts. Peter and Paul, two pillars of the Church who spread the Gospel to the ends of the earth. Their work and teachings continue to inspire and guide us in our mission.

May we be inspired to live out our faith with the same zeal and passion as these two great saints!

When Fr. Anthony arrived at St. Joseph’s Catholic Parish in Kinango 12 years ago, he faced a BIG challenge.

Deforestation had destroyed the environment. The soil was eroded & water sources were gone.

Fr. Anthony took action. 🌴🌴🌴

His plan: Inspire the community to stop cutting down trees for charcoal and start planting new trees.🌴🌴🌴

Here's Fr. Anthony with a tree he planted 12 years ago.

⬇️Full story in the comments! ⬇️

"On the faces of these children, you can truly see the love, joy and hope these boxes bring through Our Lord and his church." -Michele Sagarino, president of Cross Catholic Outreach

✝️ Hi there Catholic teachers and group leaders, here’s an opportunity to teach the joy of giving! Get your FREE Box of Joy Project kit and bless kids in impoverished communities around the world ➡ https://www.boxofjoy.org.

"Man should not consider his material possession his own, but as common to all, so as to share them without hesitation when others are in need." -St. Thomas More

Today, we honor St. Thomas More, a devoted husband and father, who stood firm in his faith and principles, even in the face of great adversity.

St. Thomas More, pray for us!

We are delighted to share this moment with you! Our CEO, Jim Cavnar, and President, Michele Sagarino, were honored to meet with His Holiness, Pope Francis. They had the opportunity to share the mission of our Box of Joy ministry with him.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude for your continued support and prayers. Together, we are making a big impact and spreading Christ’s love and joy around the world!

Al Kresta was not only a prominent figure in Catholic media but also the voice behind our Box of Joy ministry on Ave Maria Radio. His profound spiritual influence touched countless lives and his legacy will continue to inspire us all.

May his soul rest in eternal peace, and may his family find comfort in the outpouring of love and support during this difficult time.

Let us come together in prayer for a man who dedicated his life to spreading faith and joy.

Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. Amen.

Happy Father's Day ✝️ to all fathers - biological, adoptive, and spiritual. May the Lord give you the grace to live a holy vocation and lead others to our Heavenly Father!