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 gratitude that I announce the launch of Called to Renew at St. Anthony of Padua Parish. This campaign will provide much-needed funding for parishes throughout the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, including ours, as well as strengthen important ministries and programs that affect us all.
Each parish has been given a goal for the campaign. Our goal is $790,000, of which 50% will remain at our parish. We will also retain 100% of the funds we collect over our goal. If our campaign is successful, we will receive a minimum of $395,000 to address our own needs.
St. Anthony of Padua Parish has a rich history in Gardena and the South Bay. Called to Renew will ensure we can continue to be a vital presence in our community. Details about how we plan to use our share of campaign funds are on the following page.
Please take a moment to prayerfully discern how you can most generously support this campaign. I encourage you to consider making a generous five-year pledge, which will allow us the best opportunity to reach our goal. This is a wonderful parish, and I am amazed at how our community has always worked together to meet needs that arise. I know you will do whatever you can to make this campaign a success.
We entrust our Called to Renew campaign to the intercessions of our Blessed Mother and our patron, St. Anthony of Padua.
Thank you in advance for your faithful support. With every best wish, I remain,
Pledged over 5 years for the Called to Renew Campaign.
Our Parish Receives
$395,000
To renew our parish and strengthen ministries.
Parish Needs
Gym in the Old Church
Major renovation of the old church interior to create a gym for use by both schools.
Rectory Offices
Enlargement of offices by enclosing the area east of the rectory front door.
*If we surpass our assigned goal, one or more of the following could be accomplished:
*If we surpass our assigned goal, one or more of the following could be accomplished:
Parking Lot & Convent Yard
Completely resurface the parking lot and parts of the convent yard.
Complete Payment
Complete payment of the expenses of painting and repairing the six properties on 164th Street.
Artwork
Painting of the church interior and artwork added to the sanctuary walls and ceiling to inspire and teach those who come to worship and pray.
Stained Glass Windows
The installation of the original stained glass windows from the old church into the new church.
Church Pews & Kneelers
The pews in the Church get used a lot and are showing their age. Some pews are cracking, and some kneelers are broken. We will either refurbish the pews and fix the kneelers or install new pews and kneelers to provide a more comfortable place for prayer.
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.