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CMMB has been dedicated to helping the poor and those marginalized in society for over 100 years. Embracing the bond between our Catholic faith, values, and service to those most in need, CMMB is called to provide effective health solutions founded on love and respect for all.

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Still, I rise.
Still, I rise.
A single bracelet does not jingle.
A single bracelet does not jingle.
Every sunset brings the promise of a new dawn
Every sunset brings the promise of a new dawn
Nothing ever goes away until it teaches us what we need to know.
Nothing ever goes away until it teaches us what we need to know.
When you have an attitude of gratitude you wake up saying thank you
When you have an attitude of gratitude you wake up saying thank you
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We only have what we give. -Isabel Alende
We only have what we give. -Isabel Alende
I think a hero is any person really intent on making this a better place for all people.
I think a hero is any person really intent on making this a better place for all people.
Love more, worry less.
Love more, worry less.
Take time to make your soul happy.
Take time to make your soul happy.
Best friends are people in life that make you...
Best friends are people in life that make you...
No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. - Aesop
No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. - Aesop
Be thankful.
Be thankful.
Make one thing better today than yesterday.
Make one thing better today than yesterday.
If you want to change the world, go home and love your family. -Mother Teresa
If you want to change the world, go home and love your family. -Mother Teresa
Darkness cannot drive out of darkness: only love can do that.
Darkness cannot drive out of darkness: only love can do that.
One day or day one? You decide.
One day or day one? You decide.
There is a miracle in every new beginning.
There is a miracle in every new beginning.
Today, choose JOY.
Today, choose JOY.
Nothing can dim the light that shines from within.
Nothing can dim the light that shines from within.
This little light of mine, I'm going to let it shine.
This little light of mine, I'm going to let it shine.
It is during our darkest moments we must focus to see the light. - Aristotle
It is during our darkest moments we must focus to see the light. - Aristotle
Let the beauty of what you love be what you do. -Rumi
Let the beauty of what you love be what you do. -Rumi
If you are always trying to be normal, you will never know how amazing you can be.
If you are always trying to be normal, you will never know how amazing you can be.
Let today be the day you five up who you've been for who you can become.
Let today be the day you five up who you've been for who you can become.
You are so much stronger than you think.
You are so much stronger than you think.
An old Irish blessing
An old Irish blessing
No matter how long the winter, spring is sure to follow.
No matter how long the winter, spring is sure to follow.
There are far, far better things ahead than any we leave behind. - C.S Lewis
There are far, far better things ahead than any we leave behind. - C.S Lewis
The greatest wealth is health.
The greatest wealth is health.
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This book contains 52 inspiring reflections for every week of the year that explore universal values with Pope Francis. Each page includes original photography of the mothers, children, and families that CMMB serves, along with a quote from Pope Francis that illuminates an essential value of our shared global community. This e-book is a perfect tool for reflection and discussion. Click to receive download your free copy.

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Mother Teresa Quote Booklet

Mother Teresa lived her life in service of others. Her journey on earth brought healing and hope to thousands of people who were left abandoned and hopeless. This booklet is filled with some of Mother Teresa’s most inspiring quotes. We hope these words will fuel your faith and fill your heart with peace.

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2022 Lent Calendar

We created this Lenten calendar – filled with beautiful reflections and important reminders – to guide you as you make your way toward the joy and hope of Easter.

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We all need some guidance sometimes. This booklet is filled with simple and beautiful prayers for your guardian angel. A prayer for friendship in good times and bad, encouragement in times of doubt, joy in times of sorrow, wisdom in a time of uncertainty and hope.

All of us have an angel who watches over us. Your guardian angel is a travel companion, helping you navigate life's journey. Remember that you never walk alone.

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