Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Church

From the Pastor

Dear Friends in Christ,

As active and involved parishioners, you are aware of the many blessings we
have to be grateful for here at Mary Star of the Sea Parish. You and your family
have celebrated many rites of passage here, from baptism to first Communion.
Some of you have exchanged wedding vows in our church; others have bid
farewell to loved ones. The Catholic Church plays a vital role throughout our
lives.

But have you ever stopped to think who built all of the buildings we enjoy and
use today? Just as we benefit from the generosity of those who have come
before us, we too are “called to renew” our church so future generations will
have a place to worship and encounter God.

I am pleased to inform you that our parish is participating in the Called to
Renew campaign. This campaign invites each of us to fully consider the many
blessings of God in our lives, and in the life of our parish.

We have been given a goal for our parish campaign, which is $610,000. Fifty
percent of this amount will remain with our parish, as well as 100 percent of the
funds collected above our goal.

I invite you to take a moment to read the following page and learn how Called
to Renew will benefit Mary Star of the Sea, and how we will use these funds.
To reach our goal, I am asking you to prayerfully consider a five-year pledge
to the campaign. This campaign is important to keeping our Church, and our
parish, vibrant and healthy, and will ensure we remain a presence in people’s
lives for years to come.

I hope you will join me in supporting Called to Renew.

Peace in Christ,

Fr. Felizardo Daganta, O.A.R.