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At IOCC, we’ve helped people in more than 60 countries across the world.
Check out where we're making a differenceWe’ve provided more than $800 million in worldwide relief and development programs.
Learn About Our ApproachOn average over time, IOCC has used 92¢ of every dollar for direct program services.
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Fourth Sunday | St. John Climacus
On the fourth Sunday of Lent, the Church connects this gospel reading with St. John Climacus, a saint who wrote on acquiring holiness through humility and ascetical struggle.
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Third Sunday | Veneration of the Holy Cross
This Sunday of the Holy Cross, could we each consider what service looks like for us in daily life—in what small (or large) ways we might take up our personal cross through service?
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IOCC Volunteer Update | 2024 Issue 3
IOCC’s annual booklet of Lenten reflections is now available to view online or download on our Lenten Resources page. This year’s reflections come from women who have volunteered with IOCC in various capacities.
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Second Sunday | St. Gregory Palamas
Our Lenten practices are prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, and St. Gregory Palamas taught the practice of quiet prayer (hesychasm).
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Lenten Recipe: Creamy Carrot & Sweet Potato Soup with Roasted Almonds
Our weekly Lenten recipe is here!
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