Evangelization

Building vibrant, united faith communities.

"If you have faith the size of a mustard seed, nothing will be impossible for you." (Matthew 17:20)

Sustaining Parishes to Share the Good News

Pope Francis reminds us “Each Christian and every community must discern the path that the Lord points out, but all of us are asked to obey his call to go forth from our own comfort zone to reach all the ‘peripheries’ in need of the light of the Gospel” (Joy of the Gospel, 20). Taking this to heart, we will use existing diocesan ministries to lead us in our call to be witnesses to the person of Jesus and the love of God. The campaign goals address the diocese’s current needs and are supported by feedback received from both clergy and laity during the assessment period.

Please review our English or Spanish case statements for more information.

Religious Education and Faith Formation Office - $13.2 Million

In a culture seeking identity, purpose, and healing—ultimately searching for God—our mission is to empower clergy and laity to share the Gospel. To advance this mission, we will endow the following initiatives, generating (annual distributions):

  • Invest in Lay Evangelization ($265,000 annual distribution)
  • Religious Education & Youth Ministry Parish Cohorts ($170,000 annual distribution)
  • Diocesan Mentor Program ($162,000 annual distribution)

Catholic Schools - $12.1 Million

With optimism for the future, we aim to guide students in daily encounters with Christ, forming faith-filled Christians and future parish leaders. The following initiatives – with (annual distributions) generated through endowments – will expand our impact and share His light:

  • Investment in Our Students – Tuition Assistance ($304,500 annual distribution) 
  • Student and Family Evangelization ($80,000 annual distribution) 
  • Incentives / Strategic Partnerships ($80,000 annual distribution) 
  • Developing Centers of Excellence ($80,000 annual distribution)

Life and Family Evangelization (LiFE) Office - $2.7 Million

Strong Catholic families are vital to the Church’s mission of proclaiming the Gospel. Endowed funds will support two bilingual coordinator positions (with an annual distribution of $120,000) to build up English- and Spanish-speaking families through prayer, formation, advocacy, and accompaniment:

    • Hispanic Marriage Preparation and Natural Family Planning 
    • Family and Respect Life Ministries

Bishop Lane Retreat Center ($1.5 Million)

For six decades, the retreat center has provided the space and time for retreatants to “…ponder over one’s proper relationship with God and to his fellow man…”. There are numerous possibilities to provide spiritual and emotional benefits to clergy and laity; those seeking respite and healing, or simply a stronger relationship with their Creator. Projects included in the renovation of the retreat center include the following areas:

  • Retreat Bedrooms ($600,000) 
  • Private Baths ($300,000) 
  • Common Areas ($400,000) 
  • Youth Center ($200,000)
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