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.
In 1963, our parish began with a handful of families who sacrificed to help establish Saint Euphrasia Parish. We are grateful and celebrate the legacy they left us. We have grown into a vibrant, active, dynamic parish from that handful of families.
We now join the Called to Renew campaign already begun by the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. In doing so, we are united with every parish in the Archdiocese.
We benefit from the generosity of those who came before us. We now continue the call to renew our Church at this present moment and ensure future generations can worship, encounter Christ, and continue to care for those in need.
Each parish has a goal for the campaign. Our goal is $855,000, of which 50 percent will remain at our parish. We also retain 100 percent of the funds we collect over our goal. If our campaign is successful, we will receive a minimum of $427,500 to address our own needs.
Saint Euphrasia has a rich history in Granada Hills. 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.
May I ask you to pray and discern how you can most generously support this campaign? I also encourage you to consider making a five-year pledge, which will allow us the best opportunity to reach our goal. 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, Saint Euphrasia.
Pledged over 5 years for the Called to Renew Campaign.
Our Parish Receives
$427,500
To renew our parish and strengthen ministries.
Parish Needs
Restrooms
Upgrade the restrooms to modern plumbing and accessibility standards.
Audio-Visual System
Upgrade the audio-visual system to include live streaming capability and improve the projection system to enhance participation and the celebration of Mass.
Doors
Repair and re-paint all church doors.
Roof
Repair the 59-year-old roof to prevent replacing it.
Access
Improve accessibility to conform to current ADA requirements.
Tree Trimming
Trim/prune about three dozen pine trees on the property.
Finishes and Painting
Paint and refinish the pews and other features to bring the church interior to date and enhance its beauty.
Sanctuary and Sacristies
Improve lighting in the sanctuary and add an artistic design on the sanctuary’s back wall designed to focus attention on the altar; improve the work and priest sacristies.
Interior Lighting
Install lighting that will enhance the shrines and Stations of the Cross.
Exterior Electrical & Lighting
Install new LED lighting to enhance safety and highlight the beauty of our church.
Preventive Maintenance
Establish a master plan to prevent disrepair and promote ongoing maintenance.
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.