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.
I am writing to you with immense joy and heartfelt gratitude in announcing the
launch of our parish capital campaign in conjunction with the Archdiocese’s
Called to Renew effort. This campaign will provide much the needed funding
for parishes throughout the Archdiocese. The campaign will also benefit our
parish – Holy Family in Artesia.
Each parish has been given a goal for the campaign. The goal for our parish
is $1,500,000. 61 percent of all funds raised up to goal will stay with our parish, and
if we go over goal 100 percent of funds collected over the goal will remain with our
parish. That means we get to keep $917,500 to address our own needs.
Holy Family has a rich history of service in the cities of Artesia, Cerritos,
Norwalk and Lakewood. Called to Renew will allow us to continue to be a vital
presence in our community. You will find more details about how we plan to
use our funds on the following page.
As your pastor, I invite you to take a moment in prayer to reflect on how you
can best support this campaign The best way to reach our goal is through
pledges, so consider making a five-year pledge. This is a wonderful parish and
faith community and I assure you that I am very fortunate to serve you. I know
that you will do whatever you can to make this campaign a success.
We entrust this campaign to the intercession of Our Blessed Mother, Our Lady
of Fatima.
Pledged over 5 years for the Called to Renew Campaign.
Our Parish Receives
$917,500
To renew our parish and strengthen ministries.
Parish Needs
Parking Lot
Parking is an immediate concern for
our community. Expanding our existing
parking lot, and repairing the fencing, will
transform the school field into a space for
parking and activities.
Pavilion
Transforming the pavilion into a
weatherproof gathering space, by
installing glass windows and air
conditioning, will create a secure place
for parishioners to share their faith.
Air Conditioning for Classrooms
Ensuring our school classrooms, used
also by religious education, have
adequate air conditioning and insulation
will allow for year-round use for
formational activities
Parish Office and Parish Ministry Center
Modifying our parish office and parish
ministry center, including repartitioning
and reflooring certain areas, will
create welcoming meeting areas to
accommodate our growing ministries
and groups.
Church Interior
Any additional campaign funds will go to essential improvements like painting, roofing,
bell tower repairs, interior lighting and fixtures, sound system and video streaming.
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.