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 1923, our first group of parishioners gathered together to celebrate Mass in a small house on South Norton Street. Eventually, this group would expand to become instrumental in constructing our beautiful church of St. Gregory Nazianzen.
By the grace of God, our parish has continued to grow in a multitude of ways, from our initial humble beginnings into the vibrant community we know today. Within this parish community, we have created an environment to nurture our faith, overcome our challenges, and share in the love of Jesus Christ with one another.
As a former student of Religious Education who has received the first Sacrament of Holy Communion here, St. Gregory Nazianzen holds a special place in my heart, as I’m positively certain that it does for you as well.
With this in mind, the needs of our parish community continue to grow, develop, and evolve. In order to help meet those needs, we begin the ambitiously historic Called to Renew campaign, along with every parish in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles.
Every parish has been given a specific goal for this important campaign. Our own goal for this campaign is $435,000, of which 50 percent will specifically remain for the needs of our own parish. Any funds we collect over our goal will also be retained 100 percent by St. Gregory Nazianzen.
All of us have probably experienced God’s generosity and kindness in our lives. I now ask you to please take a moment to prayerfully discern how we can also share and participate in that same generosity. By supporting this campaign and extending the same kindness of Christ to others, we can continue to make our parish an inviting spiritual home for all.
Thank you in advance for your faithful support.
Pledged over 5 years for the Called to Renew Campaign.
Our Parish Receives
$217,498
To renew our parish and strengthen ministries.
Parish Needs
Rectory and Convent Enhancements
The rectory and convent buildings are showing signs of aging therefore we will repaint the exterior of these facilities.
Church Parking Lot
The church parking lot is used frequently and requires major repairs. We will use Called to Renew funds to repave and restripe the parking lot. These improvements will make the parking area more functional and safer for our parish community.
Church Renovations
Beauty is an integral and essential part of our Catholic liturgy and with the use of Called to Renew funds, we will restore its beauty. We will repaint the church, repair the exterior doors, refinish the pews and kneelers, and repair the flooring. These restorations will enhance the beauty of our worship space and create a more inviting atmosphere.
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.