National Catholic Register: Portland Catholic Charities Chef Jon Wirtis — and a Recipe for Tortilla Lasagna

Hear the story behind the Executive Chef and Lead Instructor of Germaine’s Kitchen and Café, Jon Wirtis. A Californian native, Chef Jon Wirtis always had a heart for cooking. Starting out in his father’s restaurant, Chef Jon worked his way up in the culinary world. Chef Jon believes in the power of food: to help, to heal, and to bring people together.

Read the full article here: https://www.ncregister.com/blog/chef-jon-wirtis

Also included is his recipe for Tortilla Lasagna. Delicious!

Learn more about Germaine’s Kitchen and Café: https://www.catholiccharitiesoregon.org/services/food-services/germaines-kitchen-and-cafe/

Oct 10, 2023

Catholic social teaching: rights and responsibilities

The Catholic Church’s social teaching is a rich treasure of wisdom about building a just society and living lives of holiness amid the challenges of modern society. Here is number three of the seven principles of the tradition.

Aug 22, 2023

New residents will need supplies

In October, Catholic Charities of Oregon will welcome 142 households to their new homes at Good Shepherd Village apartments in Happy Valley. Among the residents at this new, light-filled building will be 58 families and Veterans with very low incomes who are transitioning from homelessness.