Refl Ections Of Gratitude - Catholic Diocese Of Dallas .
2 0 1 6 B I S H O P ’ S A N N UA L A P P E A L F O R CAT H O L I C M I N I S T R I E SReflections ofGratitude
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,As I put pen to paper, in what will be my last letter to you as your Bishop, I am overcome with a multitudeof emotions. Feelings of great love for this community rise to the top, as well as my deepest gratitude foryour role in the diocese’s success during the past decade.As I’ve shared before, when I arrived in Dallas in 2007, I didn’t know one single person. Yet, from thebeginning, you embodied the hospitality that Texas is known for and welcomed me into this extraordinaryCatholic family.Together, we shared Christ’s love with the people of North Texas and grew our diocese into the largestfaith community in the region. We pledged our generosity (at every turn) and lifted up those in our citywho were most vulnerable and in greatest need. We expanded our K-12 education programs, ensuring thatwe’re preparing the next generation for productive lives — not only in their future careers, but in serviceto Christ and His Church. And we supported the future of our priesthood, providing the foundation forleadership in the Church for years to come.The report that follows brings my heart much joy. Together, as a diocese, we generated more than 7.5 million in pledges from morethan 26,000 members at 77 parishes during the 2016 appeal, making it one of the most successful efforts in our history.As I leave our community to serve Pope Francis at the Vatican, I ask that youpray for me, asking God to grant me the wisdom and strength I will need toserve the Church in my new role.In closing, I will cherish our time together and know that a part of myheart will reside here forever.Faithfully in Christ,“Please know that while my heart is saddened about the Dallas family I must leave behind,it is overjoyed when I look back on what we accomplished together, through Christ’s love,to make North Texas a better place.”— BISHOP KEVIN J. FARRELLBishop Kevin J. FarrellA NOTE FROM THECATHOLIC DIOCESE OF DALLASRecently, our beloved Bishop Kevin J. Farrell wascalled to his new and very well-deserved post at theVatican. Following the move, in a surprise and blessedturn of events, Bishop Farrell was elevated to Cardinal.He was one of only seventeen bishops to have beenelevated to this role by Pope Francis.While we are sad to see him go, we are proud of allBishop Farrell has accomplished and send him ourprayers and well wishes as he continues to servethe Church and its people.
PASTORAL MINISTRIES ( 750,000)The majority of the funding for Pastoral Ministries goes to CatholicCharities of Dallas, an organization dedicated to identifying and filling theneeds of the voiceless in the community. From senior care to adoption,employment to refugee assistance, Catholic Charities advocates for thewell-being of Dallas’ most underrepresented groups. Pastoral Ministries’efforts also provide outreach and support to additional initiatives that spread ourfaith, and the values we hold dear, throughout our community.Catholic CharitiesAs one of the primary beneficiaries of the Bishop’s Annual Appeal for Catholic Ministries,Catholic Charities is an organization that has offered hope to the downtrodden for the last125 years. From the impoverished and infirmed, to the victims of abuse and refugees of warand oppression, Catholic Charities strives to meet the needs of everyone in the community.Catholic Pro-Life MinistriesDedicated to upholding the sanctity of life, Catholic Pro-Life Ministries advocates for thelives of the unborn and the protection of every human life.SMU Catholic Campus MinistryCollege is a formative time for many young men and women. SMU Catholic CampusMinistry provides a community for Catholic students — and indeed, students of all faiths —to socialize, worship and study in a community of like-minded individuals.Evangelization OutreachKnowledge of one’s faith is essential for its practice. Evangelization Outreach providesministerial and educational outreach programs to youth and adult groups alike.“Let the Church always be a place of mercyand hope, where everyone is welcomed, lovedand forgiven.”— POPE FRANCIS
EDUCATION OF SEMINARIANS ( 2,250,000)Each year, men from across the United States who are calledto service to the Universal Church arrive in Dallas to attend theseminary. Funding for the education of seminarians is essentialto the care and growth of our dynamic faith community.Seminary SupportResponsible for fostering future leaders of our Catholic faith, the seminary educatesa new generation of diocesan priests through the academic and formational programsof Holy Trinity and Redemptoris Mater seminaries.“Religious life ought to promote growth in the church by way ofattraction. The Church must be attractive. Wake up the world!Be witnesses of a different way of doing things, of acting, of living!.It is this witness that I expect of you. Religious leaders should bemen and women who are able to wake the world up.”— POPE FRANCIS
CATHOLIC EDUCATION ( 700,000)An education based in the Catholic faith not only provides studentswith the academic tools they need to grow into successful adults,but with the spiritual resources as well. The various schools ofthe Catholic Diocese of Dallas nurture our next generation ofadvocates, leaders and servants of Christ.Diocesan High Schools Scholarship FundsThese funds provide deserving students with access to quality secondary Catholiceducations at both Bishop Lynch High School and Bishop Dunne High School.Notre Dame SchoolIn keeping with our Catholic tradition of serving everyone in our community, theBishop’s Annual Appeal supports the unique mission of the Notre Dame School,which educates children with developmental disabilities.“What is most important is the ability to lovingly help them grow infreedom, maturity, overall discipline and real autonomy. educationincludes encouraging responsible use of freedom to face issues withgood sense and intelligence.”— POPE FRANCIS
PRIESTLY AND DIACONATE PROGRAMS ( 1,100,000)Since 1972, the Catholic Diocese of Dallas’ priestly and diaconateprograms have provided faith formation and spiritual services tothose called to serve the Church as ordained ministers. Just asdiocesan priests and deacons have dedicated their lives to thewell-being of the Church and its people, the priestly and diaconateprograms are dedicated to those who serve.VocationsThe Vocations Office continues to be a valuable resource for men discerning acall to the priesthood.Diaconal MinistriesFor men who are preparing to enter the diaconate, and for those who already havea permanent role in that vocation, Diaconal Ministries provide formation, supportand educational services for deacons and potential deacons.Clergy Health AssistanceThis program provides health care assistance to priests who have dedicated theirlives to serving the people of the Diocese of Dallas.Vicar for ClergyThe vocation of priesthood, while fulfilling, is not without its challenges. Vicar forClergy provides ongoing formation and support for priests serving in parishes andother ministries.“A priest’s authority must be linked to service, especially tothe care and protection of the poorest, weakest, the leastimportant and most easily forgotten.”— POPE FRANCIS
PASTORAL SERVICES ( 2,300,000)Pastoral Services support the numerousgroups and organizations within theDiocese of Dallas. From prison ministry toworship, catechetical services to family lifeministry, Pastoral Services ensure thateach group has the resources it needs toprovide prayer, formation and advocacyto the diverse groups and cultures inour community.Youth, Young Adult and Campus MinistriesBy providing faith formation and outreach activities to the youth of the diocese,these ministries nurture future generations of leaders within the Catholic Diocese of Dallasand the community as a whole.Catechetical ServicesCatechetical Services provide faith formation for youth and adults alike who are making,and have made, the commitment to join the Catholic Church.Pastoral Juvenil HispanaRecognizing that the Diocese of Dallas has a vibrant Hispanic culture, Pastoral JuvenilHispana serves Hispanic youth and young adults through a variety of faith-based programs.Prison MinistryPrison ministry provides outreach services to members of our community who areincarcerated and their families.WorshipIn support of liturgical ministers, Worship programs guide the sacramental life, and liturgicaland pastoral practices, within the parishes.Marriage MinistryWhether a couple is about to enter into the sacrament of marriage, or a married couple isseeking counseling, Marriage Ministry provides faith-based enrichment for couples who havecommitted themselves to one another.Family Life MinistryFamily Life Ministry supports the parishes in their pastoral care of the family.Ministry ConferenceIn partnership with the University of Dallas, the annual Ministry Conference providesan opportunity for faith-based networking, engagement and evangelism for Catholicsin our community.“This is a lesson for each one of us, but also for the Church of ourtime: if we let ourselves be led by the Holy Spirit .we will find peace,we will be builders of peace and will spread peace around us.”— POPE FRANCIS
2016 PARISH GOALS AND PLEDGESThese pledge numbers reflect pledges through September, 30, 2016.PARISH NAMEGOALPLEDGESPARISH NAMEGOALPLEDGESAll Saints 246,000 198,326St. Cecilia 51,000 74,140Blessed SacramentCathedral Santuario de Guadalupe 53,000 137,000 63,525 103,149St. EdwardSt. Elizabeth Ann Seton, Plano 57,000 330,000 46,793 393,280Christ the King 274,000 315,240St. Elizabeth of Hungary 75,000 90,362Church of the IncarnationCorpus Christi, Ferris 31,000 11,000 34,395 18,707St. Elizabeth, BonhamSt. Francis of Assisi, Frisco 11,000 202,000 8,039 332,124Divine Mercy of Our LordEpiphany, Italy 60,000 3,000 24,972 8,831St. Francis of Assisi, WhitesboroSt. Francis, Lancaster 6,000 34,000 16,719 20,195Good Shepherd, Garland 86,000 102,397St. Gabriel the Archangel, McKinney 198,000 135,681Holy CrossHoly Family of Nazareth, Irving 27,000 109,000 19,585 141,690St. JamesSt. John, Ennis 32,000 76,000 44,431 42,562Holy Family, Van AlstyneHoly Spirit, Duncanville 8,000 108,000 19,091 101,268St. John, TerrellSt. Joseph Vietnamese, G.P. 29,000 13,000 16,180 30,060Holy Trinity 141,000 156,621St. Joseph, Commerce 15,000 19,012Immaculate Conception, Corsicana 35,000 47,738St. Joseph, Richardson 165,000 187,353Immaculate Conception, G.P.Mary ImmaculateMater Dei Personal ParishMother of Perpetual HelpNuestra Senora del PilarOur Lady of AngelsOur Lady of Fatima, QuinlanOur Lady of LourdesOur Lady of Perpetual HelpOur Lady of San JuanOur Lady of the LakePrince of PeaceSacred Heart of Jesus Chinese, PlanoSacred Heart of Jesus Christ, CarrolltonSacred Heart, RowlettSanta ClaraSMU Campus MinistrySpecialSt. Andrew KimSt. Ann, CoppellSt. Ann, KaufmanSt. Anthony, DallasSt. Anthony, WylieSt. AugustineSt. Bernard of Clairvaux 51,000 174,000 17,000 62,000 41,000 85,000 1,000 33,000 29,000 10,000 116,000 217,000 13,000 39,000 50,000 42,000 7,000 0 45,000 404,000 26,000 6,000 78,000 80,000 52,000 66,272 146,037 18,509 66,351 49,437 104,792 510 26,383 23,777 8,610 164,855 253,970 19,404 48,725 53,109 35,849 18,112 12,948 30,000 475,050 24,093 1,980 108,353 38,058 50,251St. Joseph, WaxahachieSt. Juan DiegoSt. Jude ChapelSt. Jude, AllenSt. Luke, IrvingSt. Mark the Evangelist, PlanoSt. Martin, ForneySt. Mary of CarmelSt. Mary, ShermanSt. Michael the Archangel, G.P.St. Michael the Archangel, GarlandSt. Michael, McKinneySt. MonicaSt. Patrick, DallasSt. Patrick, DenisonSt. Paul the Apostle, RichardsonSt. Peter the ApostleSt. Peter VietnameseSt. Philip the ApostleSt. Pius XSt. RitaSt. Thomas AquinasSt. William, Greenville 61,000 39,000 23,000 231,000 94,000 293,000 31,000 21,000 72,000 79,000 88,000 80,000 211,000 148,000 36,000 113,000 13,000 16,000 26,000 165,000 302,000 268,000 45,000 43,859 54,585 53,957 277,660 95,131 348,779 41,351 24,526 83,692 84,224 100,767 118,417 275,242 209,433 36,191 135,252 7,785 23,467 40,132 122,880 392,370 278,458 30,765 6,756,000 7,536,848BISHOP KEVIN J. FARRELL“We come to Church every week and we listen tothe word of God. We come to be nourished by theEucharist. But it is then that we must go outsidethe doors of our Churches and put into practice thatword of God. We must show that love, that kindness,that compassion, and that understanding to ourbrothers and sisters, no matter who they are orwhere they come from Wherever we see a need,we need to care for them.”— BISHOP KEVIN J. FARRELLFAREWELL HOMILY, SEPT. 10, 2016
Holy Family, Van Alstyne Holy Spirit, Duncanville Holy Trinity Immaculate Conception, Corsicana Immaculate Conception, G.P. Mary Immaculate Mater Dei Personal Parish Mother of Perpetual Help Nuestra Senora del Pilar Our Lady of Angels Our Lady of Fatima, Quinlan Our Lady of Lourdes Our Lady of Perpetual Help Our Lady of San Juan Our Lady of the .
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