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.
These are exciting times for the Church in Southern California. Archbishop Gomez has called us all to a period of renewal — a renewal of not only our resources, but a spiritual renewal as well. I am pleased to announce the launch of our parish’s Called to Renew campaign. This historic 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 $1,600,000, of which 67 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 $1,077,500 to address our own needs.
St. Rose of Lima has a rich history of service in Simi Valley. Called to Renew will allow us to 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. This is a wonderful parish, and I am amazed at how our community always works together to meet needs that arise. I know that you will do whatever you can to make this campaign a success.
Pledged over 5 years for the Called to Renew Campaign.
Our Parish Receives
$1,077,500
To renew our parish and strengthen ministries.
Parish Needs
Church Interior Renovations
Our parish will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2021. As a legacy project, we will modify our existing restrooms and build accessible restrooms for women and men. A new, aesthetically beautiful wraparound front to the church will accommodate these new restrooms as well as serve as a direct pathway to the bridal room, storage room, mechanical room, and shaft for a future elevator to the choir loft. We will also expand the parish gift store.
Christian Service
One of our parish’s staple programs is feeding hungry families. Helping those in need is a fundamental element of our faith, and this vital ministry is as a daily reminder of our Christian responsibilities. Called to Renew will ensure this program can grow and remain strong for our parish and our 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.