To Teach Who Christ Is - Catholic Campaign

 

Dear Friends, 

Saint Monica Parish is now officially beginning the "To Teach Who Christ Is" Campaign. This Campaign will be a blessing to our Parish in many ways.

Your generosity will make a significant impact in our parish, school, and in other efforts. Yes, the faithful of our parish will be making an incredible sacrifice in gifts and pledges; however, this sacrifice will ensure the future vibrancy of Saint Monica Parish. Having come to know many of you in the short time that I have been here, I am aware that Saint Monica is blessed to have people committed to strengthening our Parish - parishioners who are always willing to help.

The money raised through the "To Teach Who Christ Is" Campaign will be used for specific parish needs. We will receive 60% of the founds raised. In addition, we will also receive 100% of any funds raised if we exceed our goal. Having decided to reach for a goal of $800,000.00 this means that Saint Monica Parish will receive a minimum of $490,000.00 for our local needs when we reach our goal. While the campaign officially begins this upcoming weekend, pledges have already been made and donations received in the sum of $202,600.00. This is a step in the right direction towards the fulfillment of our goal.

It is my hope and prayer that, through this campaign, we will continue to learn about and appreciate the spirituality of stewardship so that we may cultivate a culture of giving - in light of our mission of evangelization.

I pray that we may realize through this campaign, that "God's
generosity can never be outdone!"

 

May God bless you for all the good you do!

 

Fr. Mariusz P Stefanowski
Pastor

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 HOW WILL ST. MONICA PARISH BENEFIT?

As part of the total $350 million goal, To Teach Who Christ Is will raise a minimum of $150 million to support local needs in every parish across Chicago.

Our assigned by Archdiocese of Chicago goal at St. Monica is $775,000.00 We will receive 60% of the funds raised. Additionally, we will receive 100% of any funds raised if we exceed our goal. With that in mind, we have decided to reach for a goal of $800,000.00. This means St. Monica will receive a minimum of $490,000.00 for our local needs when we reach our goal!

Our share of the fund will be directed to improving:

- Church improvements: Lights, doors, sound system, wall repairs

- New Organ console

- Renovation of the front office and reception area

- Installation of School Playground

 

CAMPAIGN UPDATE

We have raised more than $200,000.00, thanks to the early commitments from generous families!

Than you for your enthusiasm, generosity, and prayers! Our To Teach Who Christ Is Team continues to invite more and more families to participate each week. Pleas accept their invitation and prayerfully consider how you might help.

Your gift will ensure a vibrant future for our parish, and Catholic education across Chicago.

 

PARISH GOAL: $800,000.00

TOTAL PLEDGED: $740,000.00

PERCENT OF GOAL: 92.50%