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.
I am writing to announce the inauguration of Called to Renew in the St. Raphael community. Archbishop Gomez has called us all to this period of renewal — a renewal of not only our resources, but a spiritual renewal as well. This effort 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 $205,000, of which 50 percent will remain at our parish. We will also retain 100 percent of the funds we collect over our goal. In other words, if our campaign is successful, we will receive a minimum of $102,500 to address our own needs.
St. Raphael has a rich history in South Los Angeles. 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 also encourage you to consider making a five-year pledge, which will allow us the best opportunity to reach our goal. Our wonderful parish is a credit to how we work together to meet needs that arise. I hope and pray 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. Raphael the Archangel.
Pledged over 5 years for the Called to Renew Campaign.
Our Parish Receives
$102,500
To renew our parish and strengthen ministries.
Parish Needs
Church Heating System
Upgrading to an energy-efficient heating system and installing new fixtures will ensure we are being faithful stewards of all of God’s gifts.
Church Interior Renovations
Installing new flooring, repainting the church, and constructing a room for the Blessed Sacrament will enhance our worship space and enrich our worship experience.
Stained Glass Windows
Professionally cleaning the stained glass windows and restoring their frames will beautifully illuminate our worship space.
Parking Lot
Repairing and resurfacing the parking lot will create a safer and more welcoming first impression of our church.
Faith Formation and Youth Ministry
Expanding our faith formation ministry will ensure all parishioners, regardless of their age or abilities, have the opportunity to deepen their encounters with Jesus. Strengthening our youth ministry, as Pope Francis has called all parishes to do, will ensure we are engaging the next generation of our Church during the critical teenage years.
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.