Our community is excited to participate alongside all parishes, missions and Catholic centers in the Archdiocese to strengthen and renew our Church for the future. Please continue reading to learn how this campaign will benefit us.
It is with immense joy and heartfelt gratitude that I announce the launch of the Called to Renew campaign at Church of the Assumption, in conjunction with the Archdiocese of Los Angeles’ effort. This campaign will provide much-needed funding for parishes throughout the Archdiocese, including ours.
Each parish has been given a goal for the campaign. The goal for our parish is $205,000. Fifty percent of the funds we raise up to this goal will stay with our parish, along with 100 percent of the funds we collect over goal. If we are successful, we have the opportunity to keep $102,500 to address our own needs.
Church of the Assumption has a rich history of service in Los Angeles. Called to Renew will allow us to continue to be a vital presence in our community. You will find details about how we plan to use our share of campaign funds on the following page.
As your pastor, I invite you to take a moment in prayer to discern how best you can support this campaign. I also encourage you to consider making a pledge for a five-year period. Pledges will allow us the best opportunity to reach our goal. This is a wonderful faith community, and I am very fortunate to be your pastor. I know you will do whatever you can to make this campaign a success. We entrust this campaign to the intercession of our Blessed Mother.
Pledged over 5 years for the Called to Renew Campaign.
Our Parish Receives
$102,500
To renew our parish and strengthen ministries.
Parish Needs
Permanent Patio Covering
Every Tuesday and Thursday we host a
Food Bank. We have several celebrations
during the year, our yearly “Jamaica“ and
we install several Food booths. Installing
this permanent patio covering will
significantly enhance our different
events and help us to better serve our
community.
Restroom Renovation
Our restrooms are in dire need of
upgrading. Remodeling these restrooms
will make them accessible and
convenient for all our parishioners.
Air Conditioning
We will repair the Air Conditioning in
the Parish Hall to make our events more
comfortable.
Upgrade Parish Kitchen
Many of our utensils and appliances are
severely outdated. We hope to use funds
from the campaign to bring some
much-needed upgrades to our
parish kitchen
Sounds Systems for the Church and Mother Church
During Mass we celebrate the Liturgy of the Word, and the Liturgy of the Eucharist.
Sometimes it is difficult to hear either parts of the Mass due to the inferior quality of our
sound system. We will install a new sound system to improve the quality of sound during
Mass. The microphones on the altar and music area will also be updated.
A Bold Plan of Renewal
We — the Catholic faithful — are the agents of renewal for Church and society. I am grateful for this opportunity to walk alongside clergy and parishioners in strengthening our parishes and ministries, the heart of our Archdiocese.