About the Appeal
Catholic Services Appeal
The goal for the 2011 Catholic Services Appeal is $9.3 million. This goal is shared by our 204 parishes in our 12-county area.
For parishioners, the Catholic Services Appeal opens a wide door of opportunity to be partners in the great enterprise of making Jesus known and loved. Through our gifts, we can be the heart and hands of Jesus, reaching out to our community and our world.
The Church is the presence of Jesus Christ in the world, and when we give, we extend the ministry of the Church, touching the lives of thousands.
Parish Benefit
At least 25% of what is raised by your parish for the Appeal is returned directly to your parish to use for educational efforts and faith formation.
About Our Theme
We are one Body is our Catholic Services Appeal theme for 2011.
Our theme was chosen from the writings of Saint Paul to the Romans 12:4-6 which states, “We, though many, are one body in Christ and individually parts of one another. Since we have gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, let us exercise them.”
Chair Couple Message
Mary & Pat Regan, 2011 CSA Chair Couple
We cherish the many blessings the Catholic Church has showered on our family. The Catholic Services Appeal is the perfect way for us to convey our gratitude. When we support the Church’s mission, others can experience the same blessings we have.
We cannot do it alone, as individuals or as parishes, so once a year we come together as a Catholic community to ensure that the vital ministries in our Archdiocese continue to change lives. It’s time to open our hands and hearts.
Please join us today by making a generous pledge to the Catholic Services Appeal.
Mary & Pat Regan
2011 CSA Chair Couple
The Archbishop’s Circle
Advancing the mission of the Church is the heart of this annual appeal, an appeal that provides needed services to those most in need as well as services to the 204 parishes that proclaim the Word of God. The CSA is unique in that it provides a Christ-centered approach to helping the people served by this Archdiocese. Your generosity, your love for the Church and your belief in the Word of God continues to make a real difference in our world.
Levels of Giving
- Benefactor: $25,000 and above
- Patron: $10,000 – $24,999
- Steward: $5,000 – $9,999
- Member: $1,500 – $4,999
In Appreciation
Those participating in the Archbishop’s Circle receive:
- An invitation to a morning retreat and noon luncheon with Archbishop Nienstedt in the Spring of 2011
- Thanksgiving Card – Prayer Intentions
- Knowing what you did for the Church is good
- Special announcements from the Archbishop
- Archbishop’s Update publication
- A limited edition, hand-painted Christmas ornament
Benefactors and Leaders
In addition, Benefactors, Patrons, and Stewards will be invited to a special Mass at the Archbishop’s residence, followed by brunch or dinner in the fall of 2011.
