Over the last year, we, as a community of faith, have been on a path that few, if any, have ever walked before. As this year began with the hope of continued prosperity, we were confronted with a global pandemic that compelled us to close our businesses, modify the ways our parishes provided essential ministry and retreat into the safety of our homes. As each of us considered how we would manage in this “new normal,” we watched as many of those we knew, were close to or cherished, became ill or lost the means to support their families. If this were not enough, we have watched, over the last several months, our nation struggle to address issues of equality, economic disparity and social justice.
That God may bless our parish and diocese, strengthen our faith and grant us the spirit of Christian stewardship by opening our hearts to the Annual Diocesan Appeal, let us pray to the Lord.
That as faithful stewards of the gifts God has entrusted to us, we may give generously to the Annual Diocesan Appeal and share the benefits of our blessings, let us pray to the Lord.
That we may see the work of the Annual Diocesan Appeal as an opportunity to extend ourselves in love and service beyond the boundaries of our local parish, let us pray to the Lord.
Thanks to the dedicated support of loyal contributors who make a continuous monthly gift to the Annual Diocesan Appeal, a steady stream of income helps to serve the poor, families, clergy and children of our Diocese.
Members of St. Francis Circle make a continuous gift to the Appeal via monthly credit card or automatic bank account withdrawal. Gifts repeat for 12 months and continue from year-to-year.