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.
The one thing that touched my heart when I arrived in this parish in September 2018 was the warmth and hospitality of you the parishioners, truly the charisma of Our Lady of Refuge is in your hearts.
As an active and faith filled parishioner, you are aware of the many blessings we have to be grateful for, in our parish. Your family has likely celebrated many Sacraments here and your children may have attended school. Our parish plays a vital role throughout our lives.
Just as we now benefit from the generosity of those who came before us, we too are called to renew our Church for the future.
I am pleased to announce the launch of our parish’s Called to Renew Capital Campaign, our goal is $790,000, of which 50 percent will remain in the parish.
Please read the following page and see how this campaign will benefit Our Lady of Refuge.
I then ask you to prayerfully consider a five-year pledge to the campaign.
Called to Renew is essential to ensuring our church is vibrant and healthy and our parish remains a presence in the lives of parishioners and the community for years to come.
Pledged over 5 years for the Called to Renew Campaign.
Our Parish Receives
$395,000
To renew our parish and strengthen ministries.
Parish Needs
Sound System
During Mass we celebrate the Liturgy of the Word, and the Liturgy of the Eucharist. Sometimes it is difficult to hear either part 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.
New Lighting
Lighting has become a focal point of the visual aspect of our church; therefore we plan to improve lighting while also saving energy and maintenance costs. With many families live streaming and expanding their video capabilities, it is important that the church be sufficiently illuminated.
Flooring
Beauty is an integral and essential part of our Catholic liturgy. When a church’s beauty is allowed to wither, the liturgy experience suffers. It is time for us to restore some of the beauty and luster to our church by cleaning and polishing the Terrazzo on the floor and church sanctuary.
Restrooms
Upgrading our church restrooms can provide easier access, improved hygiene, and lower operating costs for our parish community. As part of the upgrades, our parish will paint the restrooms, tile the floors, replace washbasins and toilets.
Parish/School Kitchen Renovation Projects
Our parish and school kitchen is an important part of our parish community. Our community kitchen is used for parish and school events that provide fellowship opportunities that connect our families. With the use of Called to Renew funds, we will remodel the kitchen by upgrading the sinks, cabinets, flooring, lighting, and painting for our growing parish and school community.
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.