The chief executive of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago will be stepping down after 30 years with the agency.
The Archdiocese announced Tuesday that Monsignor Michael M. Boland will leave his position as CEO on Aug. 16.
“Leading Catholic Charities in the service of the poor and vulnerable has been an honor and privilege,” Boland said in a statement. “While my heart will always be with Catholic Charities, it is time for me to step back, rest and transition to a new phase of my priestly ministry.”
Boland will serve as a consultant with the agency, and will help in the search for his replacement until he begins his sabbatical in November, the Archdiocese said in its statement.
Cardinal Blase Cupich has asked Kathleen Donahue, a 40-year veteran with the agency, to serve as acting director of Catholic Charities while the Archdiocese seeks a new leader.
Cupich said he was grateful for Boland’s service.
“The generosity of spirit that has motivated him over the years, once again leads him to help ensure our brothers and sisters will continue to receive the basics of life, a second chance, and most of all, hope,” Cupich said in the statement.
Catholic Charities Chicago reports an annual budget of more than $200 million. It delivers services at more than 174 locations in Cook and Lake counties with a staff of 3,000 and the help of more than 15,000 volunteers.
