As we approach the close of this year’s Appeal on January 31st, we are striving to reach our goal so that this important work can continue. Your gift solely supports ministries that:

• Share the love of Christ through our parishes, schools, and outreach programs.
• Provide food and assistance to families facing hardship.
• Support the formation of future priests and leaders in faith.
• Offer counseling and resources for those seeking healing and renewal.
• Inspire and guide our youth to grow in faith and hope.

Every act of giving strengthens our mission and extends Christ’s love to those who need it most. If you are able, we invite you to join us once again in this final effort.

Thank you for your faith, generosity, and commitment to our shared mission.

We have currently reached $57,742, which is 80% of our $72,000 goal.
Please note: Donations exceeding our goal are returned to the parish.

You can support our parish efforts in the Bishop’s Ministries Appeal by praying for the appeal (see prayer below) and/or by donating.  You can donate by writing a check to the parish and writing “Roman Catholic Bishop of Oakland” in the memo field or give online here

Comments about the Bishop’s Appeal

“My dear parish family,
Today I share something special: our Bishop’s Ministries Appeal. This year, we embrace a beautiful theme: ‘Ministries of Hope.’ As St. Paul promises in Romans, ‘Hope does not disappoint.’
Through this Appeal, we become bearers of hope across our East Bay community. Your generosity brings renewed hope to thousands in our East Bay community, transforming lives through acts of love and service.
Your support empowers more than 70 vital ministries that:

• Strengthen evangelization efforts, sharing the Gospel and deepening the faith of
  individuals and families in our communities
• Support seminarians preparing to guide our faith community
• Offer counseling to those seeking healing and renewal
• Inspire our youth to grow deeper in their relationship with Christ

Your gift, no matter the size, transforms lives and and shares God’s love. Thank you for being God’s instruments of hope.
May God bless you abundantly.”