Give Back to the Lord in Thanksgiving

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
 
THANK YOU to everyone who attended the informational forums this past week.  We had well over 200 people attend between the two of them. Over the last couple of months, we have been preparing for our campaign this fall. Next weekend, on September 15 ^th and 16 ^th, we will be kicking off our campaign titled Give Back to the Lord in Thanksgiving.   I am enthusiastic and fully support the campaign because it shows our gratitude to the Lord and generations of parishioners and priests who advanced the mission and vision of Holy Cross Catholic Church.  It also demonstrates our willingness and responsibility to maintain our current church home while preparing for the future. 
 
The campaign funds will build the St. John Paul II perpetual adoration chapel, renovate and refresh the interior of our church, and expand the education center on our campus.
 
The goal of $4.9 million will be reached with a number of substantial pledges and others at lesser levels.  Some parishioners are blessed with ample resources, and others are not.  It is important that your gift be proportionate to your means and reflect a spirit of sacrifice in thanksgiving to God.
 
We are approaching the kick-off date and you will have a volunteer contacting your family to set-up a visit.  Prior to making your pledge, I ask you to:
 
· Reflect on the importance of the Church in your life;
· Prayerfully consider the request being made of you; and
· Make a three-year pledge that is truly one of sacrifice – one that you are proud of and gives you peace of mind.
 
I appreciate your support and your dedication to our church in Batavia. With your prayers and participation, I am assured of the success of this campaign, and that it will accomplish great things for our parish and education center.  Working together we can make this happen!
 
God Bless you abundantly through Mary,
Fr. Parker