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Survival and Saint John’s Hospice – Meet Craig “40” Kilby
Craig Kilby, known in the Philadelphia neighborhood as “40”, has a kind gentle energy and sly sense of humor felt by staff and residents at Saint John’s Hospice (SJH). A dedicated volunteer of 24 years, the West Philadelphia native is a constant presence, volunteering five days a week.
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Saint John’s Hospice Scores Homerun with Catholic Charities Night at the Phillies
St. Louis Cardinals visit SJH and serve lunch to residents and day services guests ahead of game
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Saint John’s Hospice’s Two Culinary Queens Serve up Daily Meals with Love and Energy
While preparing hundreds of meals daily at Saint John’s Hospice, cooks Rhasheeda Mims and Tah Maddison run a tight kitchen filled with the love of Christ. Their secret ingredients go beyond seasoning to the love and care they put into every dish served.
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PRESS RELEASE: Saint John’s Hospice Celebrates 60 Years of Serving Philadelphians Experiencing Homelessness
Saint John’s Hospice will celebrate six decades of service to the community this year. The celebration will culminate in a special 60th anniversary gala on Thursday, April 18, 2024 at the American Swedish Historical Museum in Philadelphia.
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From Living in Shelters to Uplifting Them: Nikki Johnson-Alfano’s Impact on Saint John’s Hospice
“SJH uplifts but holds people accountable, There are certain things in life no one can do for you. But there has to be an environment that supports you while you’re getting to that place. SJH provides that.”
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Singing with a Purpose: Saint John’s Hospice Choir Breaks the Stigmas of Homelessness
Barry Martin, Program Director (and part-time musician) for Saint John’s Hospice wanted to give the residents of SJH and The Good Shepherd Program more to do than the normal day-to-day.
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Parish Supports St. John’s Hospice Ahead of Annual Warm Clothing Distribution
The Boot Up Philly event is scheduled for Nov. 4, 2023. SJH staff and volunteers will distribute new warm clothing, such as winter boots, underwear, socks, winter coats – all made possible by donations from the community – to more than 1,000 vulnerable men, women and children. Over $80,000 was successfully raised for this year’s…