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events events Giving Hope Changing Lives Gala April 27 • The Galt House in Louisville St. Elizabeth Catholic Charities hosted its annual Giving Hope Changing Lives gala April 27 at The Galt House in downtown Louisville. The black-tie optional event began with a silent auction and social hour before Father Eric Johnson, dean of New Albany Deanery, offered the blessing. Monsignor Bill Stumpf, administrator for the Archdiocese of Indianapolis, attended and spoke at the gala. Doug Harritt, of Harritt Group, was the evening’s charity auctioneer. Extol Magazine’s Editor in Chief Angie Fenton served as emcee. Cathy Kruer and Jeanne Schmidt received the Spirit of Hope award for being dedicated ambassadors of St. Elizabeth’s. All monies raised at the event will benefit one of St. Elizabeth’s eight programs that serve individuals in our community. Photos by Tony Bennett (Clockwise from top left) n Kris Jakoby, Peggy Cody and Leah McCrite. n Betty and Bill Russo. n JoAnn Glotzbach, Ellen Rogers and Pat McCrite. n Monsignor William Stumpf and David Bethuram. n Auctioneer Doug Harritt donated his time and services. n Dawn and Troy Bennett. 74 EXTOL • JUNE/JULY 2017