- May 3, 2025
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Lorraine Cersosimo, Shannon Pokorski and Karen Brady
Photo by Janet CombsDr. Smeryk Volodymyr, Linda and Jeff Limbocker, Alice and Pete Biegel, and Jenni and Paul Hudson
Photo by Janet CombsDr. Chad Turnbull, Dr. Amy Spizuoco and Patrick DuBois
Photo by Janet CombsJeff and Carol Webster
Photo by Janet CombsAlison Kanter, Michelle Hermey and Danielle Gladding
Photo by Janet CombsJody and Siobhan Young with Leslie Ruben
Photo by Janet CombsRiley Barrett, Guy Hoke, Aubree Hoke, Michele and Rick Tromble, Stephanie Tromble and Owen Gorman
Photo by Janet CombsDawn Mays, Jorge and David Roodbeen and Persefoni Nicolosi
Photo by Janet CombsJanet Beach has been to six or seven of these galas and always enjoys attending.
Photo by Janet CombsBrandon Anderson, Skylar Siegfried, Brooke Mussallem, Tori Mussallem, Sandy and Steve Anderson, and Doug Kutchman
Photo by Janet CombsJanet McIntyre, Ashley McIntyre and Kristin Elwell
Photo by Janet CombsBrian and Kim Calka, Chris Piotrowski, and Pat and Fran McGettigan
Photo by Janet CombsGeorge Suszko from St. Martha's Church prepares to enjoy a deconstructed salad of fresh burrata with sliced prosciutto de parma served on a bed of arugula.
Photo by Janet CombsCatholic Charities Ball Committee Chair Bridget Spiess gives a welcome address to the guests.
Photo by Janet CombsWendy Barroso with Katie and Webster Bull
Photo by Janet CombsThe invocation was given by Rev. Frank J. Dewane, Bishop of the Diocese of Venice in Florida
Photo by Janet CombsThe invocation was given by Ref. Frank J. Dewane, Bishop of the Diocese of Venice of Florida
Photo by Janet CombsRobyn Lista sang a rendition of the national anthem that left tears on more than a few cheeks.
Photo by Janet CombsThe Diocese of Venice celebrated 40 years of serving all with a gala held on Feb. 17 at Michael's On East
Photo by Janet CombsTo celebrate 40 years of serving those in its area, the Diocese of Venice held its annual Catholic Charities Ball on Feb. 17 at Michael's On East. Hundreds of guests attended the sold-out event, where monies raised go to to serving the needs in the community.
Beginning with a cocktail hour that included bagpipe playing by Kevin Wiegand and passed hors d'oeuvres, guests were seated and presented with a deconstructed salad of fresh burrata with sliced prosciutto di parma, served on a bed of arugula. Michael's special roasted garlic and herb crusted Chateau de Boeuf was the main course, and guests were treated to a classic tiramisu dessert.
Ball Committee Chair Bridget Spiess gave a warm welcome and asked guests to remember two 'H' words when serving neighbors: hope and help, and touched everyone's heartstrings as she explained how many people are served in this community. Robyn Lista sang the national anthem, Michael Klauber served as emcee and auctioneer, and the invocation was given by Rev. Frank J. Dewane, Bishop of the Diocese of Venice. Entertainment was provided by the Phase 5 Band out of the Tampa Bay area.
Catholic Charities Dioceses of Venice's values include compassion, integrity and empathy in the service and treatment of clients and employees, effectiveness and efficiency in the fight against social injustices and oppression in all its forms, and recognition of the dignity and worth of each individual.
