View the 2017 CSA video here
This week you are asked to make a commitment to support the work of our diocesan programs and ministries that provide services that no one parish could provide on its own through the Catholic Services Appeal (CSA). Your gift to CSA enables diocesan and parish ministries to reach out to people in our 11 counties in a variety of ways, including formation of our seminarians; youth programming; support for the homebound and those who are incarcerated; families who are struggling; the hungry; and the homeless. Through CSA we all work together to care for the Church by sharing the gifts God has granted us. Our parish goal for 2017 is $45,472. and 100% participation, which means a pledge card from every parish family. Please experience the joy of giving and join us as we work to continue God’s work of spirituality, charity, and education.
I am confident that your generosity will enable us to exceed our goal, but everyone’s participation is needed. Keep in mind that any amount raised above our goal stays in this parish. Thank you for doing your part for CSA 2017.
Here are some statistics about our Diocese:
The Diocese of Grand Rapids serves the people of God across our 11-county region.
In fiscal year 2015-16 there were:
- Over 191,000 Catholics
- 2,332 infant Baptisms
- 2,430 First Communions
- 2,079 Confirmations
- 607 Marriages
- 22 Seminarians in formation
Please pray about your support of our shared mission that benefits our parish, other parishes and the future parishioners. God blesses the generous.