Each year at this time we are called to prayerfully consider our response as faithful stewards of the gifts which God has generously given us and to participate in the Annual Catholic Appeal. This is an opportunity for all of us to support the essential ministries and shared services of the Archdiocese.

More than 60 ministries and services are supported by your contribution to the Annual Catholic Appeal. Many of these directly benefit our parish faith community and others provide needed assistance to people around us. For example, if you think hospital ministry, prison ministry, seafarer ministry, seminarian formation, and young adult ministry are good ideas, please support the Annual Catholic Appeal.

This year our parish share of the Annual Appeal is $167,200, and I am confident we can reach this target. The added bonus is that if we exceed our goal, all excess payments received will be returned to us to help us with funding our many ministries.

If you gave last year, I would ask you to consider increasing your gift by 5% this year. If you did not give last year, or are not sure what to give, would you consider a gift of $365 ($1 per day)?  Please check with your employer if they will match your gift to the Annual Catholic Appeal. This will also help us reach our goal faster as many businesses match their employees charitable giving.  You may go online http://www.seattlearchdiocese.org/donate to make a secure online pledge or gift.

Your participation, regardless of the amount, will make a difference. Be assured of my gratitude for your support and of my continuing prayers for you and your loved ones.

Fr. Frank Schuster
Pastor

Have you ever wanted to see the hands, faces, and places of the Annual Catholic Appeal in Western Washington? Your Church supports many ministries and services throughout the Archdiocese - made possible by YOU!