Don't miss your chance to be automatically entered into a drawing to win a signed copy of Indispensable and Revelations of Divine Care. Five winners will be selected from registrants as of 12/31, and both books will be signed by the authors. portocharities.org/2026conference

As you finalize your year-end charitable giving, would you consider a one-time or recurring monthly tax-deductible gift to Porto Charities? Donate here: fundraise.givesmart.com/form/vL7d_w?vi…

As we enter 2026, we are so grateful for your continued support of Porto Charities and our mission. Your generosity has made a tremendous difference in the lives of the individuals we serve. Read the full newsletter here: conta.cc/4phvPD0

Saturday, the Porto Charities BOD & Staff met to discuss the exciting plan for 2026 and provided updates on accomplishments of 2025. This dedicated and talented group is fulfilling the mission of Porto Charities by embracing, valuing and including individuals with disabilities.

A beautiful new resource is making it easier for those who are neurodivergent to feel at home at Mass. Fr. Schneider built a Sensory-Friendly Mass Directory, a map and list of parishes that offer Masses designed to meet these needs. Read here: aleteia.org/2026/01/13/gre…

Only 2 weeks left: Help us honor outstanding individuals in the Diocese! Nominate link here: tinyurl.com/nhekcywp @paulvicatholic @arlingtoncatholicschools @oconnellhs Bishop Ireton High School John Paul the Great

Coffee Meet-Up for Parents. Thurs January 22 9:30AM Trinity House Cafe, Leesburg, VA. Parents of children/young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Diocese of Arlington are invited! Questions? Email [email protected] @trinityhousecafe

Coffee Meet-Up for Parents. Thursday Jan 22 9:30AM Trinity House Cafe, Leesburg, VA. All parents of children/young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Diocese of Arlington are invited! Questions? Email [email protected] @trinityhousecafe

We join our hearts with pilgrims at the March for Life. As Bishop Michael F. Burbidge reminds us, "Every human life is known, loved, and willed by God." At Porto Charities, our mission is to build a Culture of Life & Belonging for individuals with disabilities in the Catholic Diocese of Arlington

While the snow has been piling up outside, we’re busy heating things up for the upcoming Disability Conference! Early Bird registration ends this Sat., January 31. Watch a video that covers the "why," the "how," & the energy you’ll experience at the event: tinyurl.com/yc6h9cyy

Our Early Bird registration ends this Saturday, January 31. Dedicated tracks for: Parents, Educators, Clergy/Religious, Teens and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and Spanish speakers. portocharities.org/2026conference

While the snow may have postponed Catholic Schools Week celebrations in our area, we hope the highlights in this newsletter will inspire you to celebrate even more vigorously next week. Full newsletter available here: conta.cc/4bsGurl

EWTN shares the story of a Virginia Catholic family that visited over 80 parishes and mission churches in 15 weeks during the Jubilee Year of Hope — an inspiring pilgrimage for their son with autism. youtube.com/watch?v=NL2vF9…

Our monthly parent coffee is tomorrow, Wed, 2/11! It’s a great time to grab a warm drink and connect with other parents. Where: Cuppi Coffee (16830 Dumfries Rd, Unit 120, Dumfries, VA 22025) When: Wednesday, February 11 | Drop by anytime between 9:30 and 11:00 am @Cuppicoffee

The event will include a cocktail reception, followed by dinner and dancing. Ticket and sponsorship opportunities are available at the link below. If you are unable to attend, we would be deeply grateful for your prayers and financial gifts. portocharities.org/gala

Love in Action! We are so grateful to St. Anthony of Padua School for choosing Porto Charities as the beneficiary of their Valentine’s Dress Down Day. #LoveInAction #ValentinesDressDownDay #StudentCouncil @schoolstanthonyofpadua @stanthonychurchva

Following St. Valentine’s example of kindness and compassion, consider serving others by doing acts of service helps you draw closer to Christ as you follow in Valentine’s footsteps. Happy St. Valentine's Day! #SaintValentine #Love #Sacrifice #BeeKeepers #Epilepsy

Join us at the From Inclusion to Belonging Conference on March 7th at St. John Paul the Great High School. To learn more about the conference and register: portocharities.org/2026conference Pastors can register for FREE! Email [email protected] for a discount code.

ReelAbilities Film Festival: When: Sunday, 2/22 at 4 pm Where: Social Hall, Beth El Hebrew Congregation Address: 3380 Seminary Road, Alexandria VA What: Paper Bag Plan (107 Min. | English | U.S.) RSVP for this free event : bethelhebrew.org/event/reelabil…

It is an honor to announce that the recipient of the 2026 Porto Charities Catalyst Award is Susan Rinaldi, Director of Expanded Services at Bishop O'Connell HS. Join us at the upcoming Advocacy Awards Gala to honor Susan and our other award recipients. portocharities.org/gala