Archbishop’s Message
Dear Friends in Christ,
This year’s Catholic Charities Appeal theme, “Because I am Catholic”, inspires each of us to be proud to live out our faith through providing assistance in meeting the material and spiritual needs of others, especially those who are the poorest and most vulnerable among us.
I have set an ambitious, but much needed goal of $10 million for the 2012 Appeal. Achieving this goal will allow us to provide crucially needed funding for the vital programs offered through Catholic Social Services, education for our children with special needs, care for our elderly and infirm priests and in continuing to carry out the mission of Jesus Christ.
We need your support through the Catholic Charities Appeal to continue to do the Lord’s work. Your gift will help guarantee that our brothers and sisters in need will continue to know, and see the loving face of Christ in those who serve them. It also provides a shining example of your belief in the Church’s commitment to the poor, needy, and vulnerable.
Your participation,
small or large,
will make a
profound impact
I cannot do this alone. Whether you have been a donor in the past, have missed a few years or have never given, your participation, small or large, will have a profound impact. Thank you for your generosity and support and please know that you are in my daily prayers.
Sincerely,
Most Reverend Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap.
Archbishop of Philadelphia
