Everyone has a story in life. The personal stories shared here show how people's lives have been transformed by the power of giving and receiving. We hope you are inspired to a life of generosity, and that you will share your story as well as these with others.
Abdul
During the 20-year war in Afghanistan, thousands of Afghan nationals served as translators for the U.S. military – but at great risk from the Taliban. One of those translators was Abdul. In 2014, the U.S....
Samuel
Suffering two strokes this year. Fighting for his disability income. Homeless for nearly two years. Isolated from his 17-year-old daughter and missing his deceased parents. These are the hardships Samuel faces every day. Released from...
Stan
Stan has lived a full life. At 96, he looks back with pride on his days as a merchant marine on a Liberty ship in World War II, star college basketball player at Wake Forest...
Yamileydis
At 14 years old, Yamileydis knows she wants to be a leader in her community. She lives on Cleveland’s near west side and attends Garrett Morgan High School, a place she considers to be “another...
Jeff and Christine Kavlick
When Jeff Kavlick approached his 50th birthday, he and his wife Christine thought about ‘what’s next?’ The couple contacted an attorney who specialized in trusts and began to plan their legacy. Jeff explains, “It...
Bishop Edward C. Malesic, JCL
As I reflect on my first year as Bishop of the Diocese of Cleveland, I recognize that I am truly blessed to have been asked to come among you and be your shepherd. I...
The Hoban Family
Much of the Hoban family’s life centers around their parish, St. Raphael in Bay Village. When Monica and Jeremy Hoban, both physicians, arrived in Cleveland for their residencies, they weren’t sure how long they would...
Heart of a Shepherd Campaign
Debbie Brindza
“It’s nice for me to imagine what will happen with my funds in the future,” says Dr. Deborah Brindza, referring to the legacy she is leaving to her favorite local charities through the Catholic...
Fr. Steve Brunovsky
PHOTO: ST. HILARY PARISHIONER FRANK BEVILACQUA WITH PASTOR FR. STEVE BRUNOVSKY. “We are investing in the future,” says Fr. Steve Brunovsky, pastor at St. Hilary Parish in Fairlawn, as he refers to the Heart of a...