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2014 Parish Manual
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Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION
- Message to Pastors and Lay Leaders ……………..…………………………………………….…………..7
- Appeal Q&A ……………..………..………………………………………………………………………………..………………..9
- Five Steps to Success………………………………………………………………………………………………………..10
- Appeal Process Updates………………………………………………………………………………………….…….. 11
- Role of Pastor ………………………………………..….………………………………………………………….……………..13
- Role of Appeal Coordinator …………....….………………………………………………………….……………..15
- Checklist for Parishes………………………………………………………………………………………………………...17
EVENTS
- Appeal Timeline………………………………………………………………………………….…………….………………..21
- Announcement Weekend – January 18 & 19…………………………………………..…………… 22
- Letter from Archbishop Gustavo to Parishioners…………………….………………..………. 25
- In Pew Weekend – February 15 & 16 …………….………………………..…………………….….. 26
- In-Pew Follow-Up Weekend – February 22 & 23 ..……………………....……………….…29
- Direct Mail Campaign and Follow-Up Mailings……………………….…………..……….…… 33
- Parish Membership Lists………………………………………………………………………………………………….36
RESOURCES
- Pledge Processing and Contribution Reports………………………….…………..………………...39
- Bulletin Announcement Schedule for Parish Office……………………………………………...41
- Contact Information…………………………………………………………………………………………….………………..43
- Priest’s Committee……………………………………………………………….…………….………….…………………...44
- Parish Goals…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….45
SUPPORT MATERIALS
- Distribution of Funds………………………………………………….………………………………………………….……...55
- The Archbishop’s Appeal Helps Parishes……………………………………………………………….…..56
- FAQs about the Archbishop’s Appeal…………………………………………………………………….…....57
- Ministries Funded ………………………………………..………………………………………………………………….…….59
- Impact Stores …...………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…66
- Ministries Funded—Contact Information ………………………………………………………………….…..70
- Archbishop’s Appeal Prayer…………………………………………………………………………………….…….….74
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A Message to Clergy and Lay Leaders
ARCHDIOCESE OF SAN ANTONIO
OFFICE OF THE ARCHBISHOP
Post Office Box 28410 | San Antonio, Texas 78228-0410 | 210-734-2620 | Facsimile 210-734-0708
My Brother Priests and Lay Leaders:
With preparations for the 2014 Archbishop’s Appeal well under way, I am delighted to use this
occasion to express my profound appreciation for your extraordinary leadership last year that resulted in
the most successful effort to date. Your personal involvement coupled with a keen understanding and
support of the mission and the works of the Archdiocesan Church have proven once again to be
essential factors in motivating and inspiring your parish families to answer the Lord’s call to
discipleship.
I feel confident that the desire of our people to embrace with zeal the priorities of our Mutually Shared
Vision will encourage the faithful to participate more fully in realizing its goals by supporting the 2014
Archbishop’s Appeal. The ministries funded by the Appeal will focus on the three pastoral priorities for
our archdiocese which include the New Evangelization, Catechesis and Formation, and outreach to
Youth and Young Adults, including encouraging vocations to the priesthood and consecrated life.
Please be assured that I am deeply grateful for all that you do each year to strengthen the ability of our
ministries, services and programs to continue to reach out to our sisters and brothers in need. The
remarkable response last year has been a source of hope for the Archdiocese and offers me the
optimism that the Lord will bless the 2014 Appeal with an even greater result.
The Parish Manual prepared by the Archbishop’s Appeal Office is a valuable tool that offers a
comprehensive plan and updated practices to assist you and your administrative staff and volunteers
with the implementation of a productive and successful Appeal in your parish.
Please feel free to contact the Archbishop’s Appeal Office at (210) 734-1604 and the staff will be
available to provide counsel to your parish.
May God’s grace and peace be with you.
Sincerely Yours in Christ,
Most Reverend Gustavo García-Siller, M.Sp.S.
Archbishop of San Antonio
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Appeal Q&A
What is the mission and purpose of the Archbishop’s Appeal?
The Archbishop’s Appeal is the annual fundraising campaign that provides supplemental
financial assistance to institutions, programs and ministries affiliated with the Catholic
Church throughout the Archdiocese of San Antonio. It is an opportunity for Catholics
throughout the Archdiocese to join together to express their solidarity with the Church
and the Archbishop of San Antonio by making a freewill contribution to help carry on the
important work Christ has entrusted to us as God’s stewards.
Why should your parishioners give to the Archbishop’s Appeal?
God has given each one of us gifts, graces, talents and abilities that are to be shared
responsibly and wisely with others. Stewardship is more than the occasional act of charity
and service. It is the way we live our lives, the commitment we give of our time, talent and
treasure in thanksgiving for all the blessings we have received.
At the end of every Mass, we are called to “go in peace to love and serve the Lord”. We are
challenged to help build our faith community. One person cannot do it all; but by each of
us doing something, we can make a difference in the lives of people throughout the
Archdiocese of San Antonio. Through the Archbishop’s Appeal, countless lives have been
touched, uplifted or transformed.
Why is participation in the Archbishop’s Appeal so important?
We are all part of the same spiritual family, joining together to extend a helping hand to
those in our community who need encouragement and support. It is important for
parishioners to understand that their contributions are necessary to build up the Church in
San Antonio. When people understand and are asked to give, they usually respond. Be sure
to ask every parishioner to participate in the Appeal. Ask in a variety of ways—at the pulpit,
by bulletin inserts, through display or dissemination of promotional materials, by sharing of
stories from the Parish Manual or simply in conversation.
Is there a guide for how much to contribute?
Ask the Holy Spirit to guide you in your discernment. Participation is more important than
amount, but as a guide, 1% of the total annual household income would be appropriate.
Other suggestions include $1 for each day or each week of the year ($365 or $52), and $10
a month for the 10 months of the pledge ($100). However, any gift of any amount, whether a
pledge or a one-time gift, from each parishioner would ensure that the goals for both the
parish and the Archdiocese are met.
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Five Steps to Success
STEP ONE:
THE HOMILY
A successful “In-Pew” campaign requires a Motivational Homily given
from the heart with conviction with facts/examples of how your parish
and the Archdiocese work TOGETHER to carry out the mission of the
Church in San Antonio.
STEP TWO:
THE PROCESS
When conducting the “In-Pew” process begin by providing the
parishioners with instructions to filling out the pledge card. Inform
parishioners that by signing/pledging is the start of faithful commitment
to themselves and God’s Holy Church.
STEP THREE:
THE PLEDGE
Ask for a monthly once-a-year “Sacrificial Faith Commitment” from every
household in the Archdiocese of San Antonio united in common
purpose to carry out our mission as One Church.
STEP FOUR:
THE FOLLOW-UP
Conduct a thorough follow-up process to ensure every household has an
opportunity to give to the Appeal. Make an effort to reach everyone by
utilizing all resources and the different venues of communication
available.
STEP FIVE:
THE ACKNOWLEDGMENT
Thank donors for their generosity and keep parishioners informed about
the progress of the Appeal at the parish and the diocesan levels.
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2014 Appeal Process Updates
NEW PROCESS CHANGES:
Due to high cost, service and support issues, the Archdiocese of San Antonio has changes software providers
to process Appeal donations. Diocesan Development Manager (DDM), a software application provided by
ParishSOFT, is specifically designed for Diocesan Annual Appeals. ParishSOFT’s DDM application is easier to use, and have a robust reporting system which all parishes can use to track their progress for the
Archbishop’s Appeal.
For the first year of the database transition, there may be a few changes to your end of the process. For the
Parish Self-Service Reporting, we will provide information on how to access these reports once we are set
up.
As we incorporate the various features of the new system, benefits in the coming years will include:
Changes in online giving so donors to give electronically, either using a credit card or authorizing a bank
draft. They will also be able to print their own tax statement.
Other changes in 2014 include:
A new response card for both direct mail and in-pew envelope and instructions for filling them out. A Quick
Response code has been added to the poster, on the pledge envelope, and in various mailings.
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IMPORTANT:
Please encourage donors receiving direct mail solicitation to mail the response card sent to them rather than
using an in-pew parish envelope because it contains a scan code the bank uses to automatically record the donation data. This saves the us time and money in processing gifts and payments, and helps ensure a the most
accurate recording of donors’ gifts for the Archbishop’s Appeal.
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Role of Pastor
As leader of the parish family, the parish pastor plays an essential role in
communicating to parishioners their membership in the universal Church. The
Archbishop’s Appeal posters, brochures, pledge envelopes, video, prayers of the
faithful and pulpit announcements are important elements of a successful Appeal.
However, there is no replacement for the Parish Priest, no poster, letter, insert or
other item can replace the impact of your personal support. As persons of faith and
as spiritual leaders of your parish community, your personal request to the people of
your parish is crucial. You are the principal motivators.
Reflect on the reasons why you should support the work of the Archdiocese of San
Antonio. The Church in San Antonio certainly needs the financial support of its
Catholic faithful. But more importantly because, as Catholics, we are part of the
Mystical Body of Christ, we are called to share with each other the gifts He has given
to each of us. In contributing to the Appeal, your parishioners are responding to the
call to be active participants within the universal Church.
As a supportive pastor, your role includes the following:
 Make you own commitment to the Archbishop’s Appeal.
 Ask for 100% participation.
 Evaluate previous year’s parish results to develop a strategy for meeting your parish goal.
 Appoint a coordinator.
 Make advance notices from the pulpit and in the parish bulletin to prepare parishioners.
 Exhibit a positive, sincere attitude toward the appeal and its objective.
 Give a motivational homily the weekend prior to the Appeal.
 Show the video at all Masses on Pledge Weekend.
 Ask parishioners to fill out a pledge card and give them plenty of time to do so.
 Demonstrate or allow the Appeal Coordinator to demonstrate how to fill out a card.
Thank you for your own time, talent, treasure and tradition of support for the 2014
Archbishop’s Appeal.
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Role of Appeal Coordinator
To be appointed as coordinator for your parish’s 2014 Archbishop’s Appeal is an honor.
Not only is it an indication that the pastor has confidence in you, but it is also an indication
of your willingness and faith to commit your time and talent to the service of your parish
and the archdiocese to build up the Kingdom of God within the Archdiocese of San
Antonio.
As Appeal Coordinator, your role is to help your pastor conduct a successful campaign as
well as help other parishioners grow in the awareness that they belong to a wider Catholic
Church. You will serve as a link between the Archbishop and the people of your parish,
working together with your pastor and parish administrator. Your responsibility is to
ensure that the necessary steps for success are carried out within the established timeline.
Your personal commitment to the archdiocesan Church is the message you need to share
on behalf of Most Reverend Archbishop Gustavo García-Siller, M.Sp.S., and your pastor.
It is important that you familiarize yourself with the 2014 Archbishop’s Appeal. Make your
own pledge early in the campaign and motivate and guide others to consider their own
pledge. Strongly encourage all members of your major parish committees to make a
pledge.
Responsibilities of the Appeal Coordinator are outlined in the checklist below:
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Read this resource manual in its entirety.
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Confirm receipt of parish materials (POSTERS, BULLETIN, PLEDGE ENVELOPES).
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Become familiar with all Archbishop’s Appeal materials.
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Recruit a sufficient number of dependable assistants to help you.
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Display posters in visible places.
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See that bulletin announcements are placed in parish bulletin.
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Remind pastor of Appeal pulpit announcements.
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Ensure that bulletin inserts are put into bulletins at appropriate times.
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Arrange for prayers of the faithful each week during appeal events.
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Arrange for the showing of the Appeal video on Commitment Weekend.
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Utilize resources in Parish Manual as needed.
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Assist your pastor in all areas of conducting a smooth in-pew solicitation.
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Conduct a thorough In-Pew Follow-up Weekend.
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Each month announce status of parish goal in weekly bulletin and from the pulpit.
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Ensure all parishioners have been asked to give. Aim for 100% participation.
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Mail or deliver Pledge envelopes to the Pastoral Center Business Office.
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Complete parish checklist and return to Office of Archbishop’s Appeal and Grants.
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Checklist for Parishes
☐ Each parish will provide the most updated parishioner mailing list and is responsible for providing
updates throughout the year to the Office of the Archbishop’s Appeal.
☐ Appeal Training is required for all parishes. Pastors are highly encouraged to attend. Each
Pastor and Appeal Coordinator will publicly support their Parish and utilize the Archbishop’s
Appeal Parish Manual.
☐Parish materials received. Confirmation e-mail should be sent to Archbishop’s Appeal office.
☐ Archbishop’s Appeal posters and inserts will be displayed in prominent locations at each
parish to promote the Appeal for several weeks prior to the Appeal.
☐ Bulletin and pulpit announcements and prayer cards were used according to the timeline (pg. 21)
☐ Pastors will explain to their parishioners that each parish has a goal to meet. In order to fund the
ministries of the Archdiocese of San Antonio each parish is responsible for meeting its goal. It is only
through the generosity of all parishioners that the goal can be met. The Parish Pastor or Administrator will provide the parishioners with one or two stories from the Parish Manual, on Announcement
and In Pew Weekends, detailing the ministries which are funded through the Archbishop’s Appeal.
(pg.66)
☐ The Parish Pastor will take a central leadership role in the presentation of the Archbishop’s
Appeal on Announcement Weekend January 18 and 19, Pre-In-Pew Weekend February 8 & 9 and In-Pew
Weekend 15 &16 and Follow-Up Weekend February 22 & 23. He may delegate lay leaders to assist
him in promoting the Appeal.
☐ The Parish Pastor or Appeal Coordinator will speak from the pulpit (after the homily), on
In-Pew Weekend, providing clear instructions about filling out the donor cards. Have donor cards and
pencils in the pew or ready for distribution by the ushers. The Pastor should explain to the parishioners he is aware the Archbishop has already sent a letter and many parishioners may have already
mailed in their pledge cards.
☐ Each Pastor will announce to their parishioners the details regarding the follow up mailings.
A reminder will be sent to all parishes prior to the follow-up mailings. ( April 12-13) and ( July 5-6)
By signing and submitting this document to the Office of the Archbishop’s Appeal, I acknowledge that
I have completed the criteria set forth by Archbishop Gustavo. I understand if our parish has a shortfall reaching our goal the parish will not be responsible for making up the difference.
Please submit to the Office of Appeals and Grants by Monday, August 5, 2014.
I understand if the document is not completed, signed and returned to the Office of the
Archbishop’s Appeal my parish will be responsible for paying the difference if our
parish fails to meet our goal.
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Signature of Parish Pastor or Appeal Coordinator
________________________________________________
____________________________________
Print Name
_________________________________
Name of Parish
Mail To: Archbishop’s Office of Appeal and Grants
2718 W. Woodlawn Ave.
San Antonio, TX 78228
Date
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Appeal Timeline
PRE-APPEAL ACTIVITIES - 2013/2014
Dec. 7
Dec. 9
Dec. 9,10,11,12
17,18,19
Kick-Off Training & Luncheon with
Archbishop Gustavo.
A designated Appeal Coordinator for
each parish will be invited with his/her
pastor to attend the Kick-Off Luncheon.
Training Materials (DVD, Parish Manual,
and Appeal Support CD) not picked up at
training must be picked up at the Pastoral
Center.
Parish Materials (posters, pledge envelopes) will be delivered to the Parish via
drop shipment on December 7.
Training for 2014 Archbishop’s Appeal for
parish pastors, Appeal Coordinators, parish staff or lay ministers responsible for
conducting the Archbishop’s Appeal in
their parish.
Appeal Coordinator or Parish staff, please
call our offices to make pick up
arrangements.
Parishes take inventory of materials
received and confirm order receipt with
the Appeal Office via email or phone.
Attend one of these four training sessions or the Kick-Off Training & Luncheon
which serves as training for the 2014
Archbishop’s Appeal.
KICK-OFF - 2014
Early January
Today’s Catholic-Newspaper Article Insert.
All Parishes will receive.
PROMOTION/ANNOUNCEMENT WEEKEND
Jan. 11
Posters go up in high-visibility, high-traffic
areas of parish.
Jan. 18-19
Announcement Weekend. Appeal promoted during all Masses. Pastors give motivational talk and announce that households will receive letter from Archbishop
Gustavo.
Parishes post posters and write parish
goal with black marker in appropriate
space.
Announcements in the bulletin and from
the pulpit are made about upcoming
Archbishop’s Appeal In-Pew Weekend.
DIRECT MAIL CAMPAIGN BEGINS
Jan. 10
Jan. 20
Advance Mailing. Letter goes out to selected donor list for advanced contributions.
General Mailing. Letter goes out to all
registered parishioners.
This mailing follows the Donor
Appreciation Mass & Reception.
Remind parishioners who received a letter
that they can mail in their contributions
or bring them to Mass and put them in
the Offertory during In-Pew Weekend.
PRE-IN-PEW AND IN-PEW WEEKENDS
Feb. 8-9
Pre-In-Pew Weekend. Parishioners are
notified of Archbishop’s Appeal being
conducted the following week.
Feb. 15-16
In-Pew Weekend. Pastor encourages 100%
participation in the Appeal. Pledge
envelopes are filled out during Mass.
Pastor prepares parishioners for making a
contribution to the Appeal the following
weekend. Families should be encouraged
to pray over and discuss ability to give.
Pastor promotes the Appeal by giving a
Motivational Homily or using the DVD
and the filling out of pledge envelopes is
demonstrated.
FOLLOW-UP ACTIVITIES
Feb. 22-23
Follow-up In-Pew Weekend
April 12-13
First Follow-up Mailing to non-donors
July 5-6
Second Follow-up Mailing to non-donors
A final plea is made for contributions to
Appeal during Mass.
Pastor thanks those who have contributed
and announces the mailing to those who
have not participated.
Pastor announces the mailing and thanks
all donors.
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Announcement Weekend
JANUARY 18 & 19
TALKING POINTS
As part of your pulpit talk in support of the Archbishop’s Appeal we ask that the Principal Celebrant at every Mass read the message from Archbishop
Gustavo, found on page 25 in this manual.
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Our parish-wide annual effort on behalf of the Archbishop's Appeal is about to begin. Our parish goal
for the 2014 Appeal is ____________________________.
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The direct mail campaign for our Archdiocese will begin on Monday, January 20. Each of you will be
receiving a letter in the mail from the Archbishop asking for your gift/commitment to support the
ministries of the Archdiocese of San Antonio. It is preferred that pledges be mailed in with envelope
provided to avoid additional administrative expenses.
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A direct mail component has been incorporated into the Archbishop’s Appeal so that all parishioners
will have the opportunity to support the Archbishop’s Appeal. The direct mail component will allow
parishioners that are unable to attend Mass the opportunity to contribute to the Archbishop’s Appeal.

Please give prayerful consideration to your gift or commitment. The pledge cards may be mailed to the
Archdiocese or may be brought to the parish on In-Pew Weekend and placed in the collection basket.
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Express gratitude to those parishioners who have already responded to the 2014 Archbishop's Appeal.
If your Parish reached its Appeal goal last year, thank and acknowledge parishioners for this
accomplishment and express optimism for this year’s Appeal. If your Parish did not reach its Appeal
goal, acknowledge other positive aspects such as participation percentage, volunteer efforts, etc…
followed by words of encouragement that the parish goal may be within reach this year.

Remind parishioners that they are stewards of their time, talent, and treasure that God has given each of
us. Please encourage everyone to share a portion of his or her treasure through a gift pledge to the
2014 Appeal.
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Assure parishioners that their donations will be used exclusively to support the ministries, programs
and services outlined in the promotional materials.
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Share one of the stories from the Support Materials section of the parish manual. Select one that will
best impact your parish. This will give parishioners a better understanding of how the Archbishop’s
Appeal funds are used at the ministry level.
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Inform parishioners– There is a Quick Response Scan Code (QR Code) located on the appeal envelope.
By using a smart phone you can access the appeal website to learn more about the ministries funded or
make a donation. This is the only time you will have permission to use your cell phone at Church!
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Please take the Appeal Bulletin Insert with you when leaving Mass today and reflect upon its content. I
would now ask that you join me in prayer for the success of our efforts in the 2014 Archbishop’s
Appeal. (Archbishop’s Appeal prayer pg. 74)
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Announcement Weekend JANUARY 18 & 19
AT ALL MASSES
The Pastor presents a motivational talk supporting the Appeal. The
visible support of the Pastor is critical to the success of the parish campaign because
parishioners will be more disposed to pledge if the Pastor is able to confidently
indicate that the campaign is worthy of their support. Everyone is invited to pledge,
no matter how large or small the gift. (See Page 33 for more information on general
mailing.)
Action
Description
Responsibility
Bulletin
Announcement
Ensure that bulletin announcement page is
given to person in charge of placing
announcements in bulletin.
Appeal Coordinator
Newspaper
Inserts
Ensure Appeal Newspaper Inserts are put
into weekly parish bulletins prior to Sunday
Masses.
Appeal Coordinator
Pastor’s Talk
Prepare and deliver a motivational talk to
parishioners, highlighting major areas
supported by the Appeal as well as providing
critical information about the program.
(Refer to Support Materials section of the
Parish Manual for additional information).
Prayers of the Faithful Ensure appropriate Appeal prayer is included
in the Prayers of the Faithful for all weekend
Masses.
Mass
Announcement
Appeal Prayer
Pastor
Appeal Coordinator
Ensure appropriate Appeal announcement is
included in announcements made at all
weekend Masses.
Pastor
Guide parishioners in the Appeal Prayer at
an appropriate time.
Pastor
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Announcement Weekend JANUARY 18 & 19
Samples
Please make any changes you deem necessary to the following samples for
use during Mass:
Bulletin Announcement
The 2014 Archbishop’s Appeal pledge weekend, will take place the weekend of
Feb. 15 -16. The campaign goal is $4,000,000, and our parish goal is
$__________________.
We can assure the continued existence of many important programs that help
tens of thousands in our Archdiocese each year. Education of our children and
seminary students, care of the sick and needy are among them. Please respond
generously when you are asked to make your pledge. For more information visit
the Appeal website at www.archsaappeal.org.
Prayers of the Faithful
That by sharing our financial gifts through the upcoming Archbishop’s Appeal,
we share our blessings, we pray to the Lord.
Mass Announcement
The 2014 Archbishops’ Appeal pledge weekend will take place February 14-15.
The goal for our parish is $ ______________. We can assure the continued
existence of programs that reach tens of thousands of people in our Archdiocese
each year with your help. Please pray about responding generously when you are
asked to pledge.
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Letter from the Archbishop
ARCHDIOCESE OF SAN ANTONIO
OFFICE OF THE ARCHBISHOP
Post Office Box 28410 | San Antonio, Texas 78228-0410 | 210-734-2620 | Facsimile 210-734-0708
My Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,
It will soon be three years since I was entrusted with the pastoral care of the Church of San Antonio as
your Archbishop. Throughout that time, I have been blessed with a dedicated clergy and faith-filled
laity who continue to demonstrate an eagerness to grow in their love of God and one another. This
devotion to the works of the Church and its mission was undeniably evident in the record-setting
response to the 2013 Archbishop’s Appeal. I am pleased to report that this Appeal received
commitments totaling more than $4.3 million.
This year, it will again be my privilege to reach out to our Catholic family seeking support for the
Archbishop’s Appeal. United in one Mutually Shared Vision, we have focused on three pastoral
priorities. These priorities are the New Evangelization, Catechesis and Formation, and outreach to
Youth and Young Adults, including encouraging more vocations to the priesthood and consecrated life.
Each gift to the Appeal will allow the Archdiocese to work toward these areas of priority, and will
allow us to continue to fund the essential ministries, programs and services that feed and clothe the
poor, provide refuge for the homeless, educate our children and instill in them strong Catholic values,
and provide support to numerous charities.
The Archbishop’s Appeal goal for 2014 is $4,000,000. Together we can reach this goal and serve more
people throughout our archdiocese. It is with great hope for a renewed Future in Faith that I humbly
request your participation in the 2014 Archbishop’s Appeal. With your help, we will move our Vision
forward to grow and revitalize our parishes, strengthen and form our families in the Faith, and bring the
love of Christ to those in greatest need.
Be assured that you and your family are in my prayers now and always.
Sincerely Yours in Christ,
Most Reverend Gustavo García-Siller, M.Sp.S.
Archbishop of San Antonio
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In-Pew Weekend
FEBRUARY 15 & 16
TALKING POINTS
Enthusiastic support by the Pastor is CRITICAL to the success of the Appeal. If you cannot show
the DVD, you may use the talk on page 31 to promote the Appeal. Then follow the instructions below.
Present Before Video:
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Each of us is challenged to accept the opportunity to support the work of God by making a gift or pledge to
this year's Archbishop’s Appeal.
We are going to watch a short video that talks about the important, life-changing programs and services that
the Appeal makes possible.
I hope each of you will join me today in making a gift that fits your ability to give.
Present After Video:

Your gift, no matter the size, whether it is a pledge or a one-time gift, is important. A gift of $1 per week
would be $52 or you could pledge $1 for each day of the year-$365, which could be paid in 10 monthly payments of $36.50. Some people pledge 1% of their annual salary. If you make $25,000/yr that would be
$250.00 or 10 payments of $25. If you make $ 40,000, %1 would be $400 or a pledge of $40 for 10 months.
(PAUSE)
 In your pew, you will find pledge envelopes and pencils. Let’s fill the pledge envelope out together.
 Open to the inside of your envelope, at the top left you can see a Gift Plan Chart. This is for your reference
and shows you how much you would pay each month if you made one of these suggested pledges.
 Next, to the Gift Plan box is a Quick Response Code. If you have a smart phone and you want to scan this
code, you can make a one-time donation online.
 If you are making a pledge to be paid out over time, you will fill in the first three boxes.
 If you are making a one-time gift, you will only fill in the fourth box.
 For pledges, fill in the first box with the total amount of your pledge, For Example, $100.
 In the Second box, write in the amount of any payment you want to make toward your pledge today, for example $ 10.
 Now move to the third box. Write the balance remaining on your pledge by subtracting the amount in the
second box from the amount in the first box. Please write in the appropriate amount here.
(PAUSE)
 Use the fourth box only if you are making a one-time gift and will not be making payments on a pledge,
Please write the total amount of your one-time gift in the fourth box.
 To the right of these boxes, please fill in the required information if you are making your donation by credit
card.
 Please fill in the amount you want charged to your credit card. You may indicate the type of card you are using and write in your credit card number and expiration date.
 Finally, please sign and date your payment authorization.
(PAUSE)
 Moving below the payment box, please complete your name, address, phone number and email address.
Please fill in all the information. This will ensure that pledge reminders are sent to the correct address if you
make a pledge commitment.
 Finally, place any payment you are making today in the pledge envelope along with your vided check, if you
are paying by bank draft, and seal the envelope.
 We will give you a few extra minutes to finish filling out your pledge, then the ushers will pick up with the
offertory collection in just a few minutes.
Archbishop Gustavo, Father _______, and I thank you for your generosity to the Archbishop’s Appeal. Your gift will
go a long way toward reaching the goals of our Mutually Shared Vision priorities in the Archdiocese. If you have
already given to the 2014 Archbishop’s Appeal, we thank you sincerely for your generosity. Thank you.
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In-Pew Weekend
FEBRUARY 15 &16
Event Plan
Overview
The In-Pew Weekend is very important. While most parishioners receive a letter asking for a contribution to the Appeal, many do not respond to mail. Some never open the letter and others intend to respond later, but never get around to it. Those who are not registered parishioners will not receive a
letter.
The In-Pew process is a “personal” ask. During Mass, parishioners hear about the Appeal and through
the In-Pew Process are then given the opportunity to take immediate action. In-Pew makes a specific
request that one member of each household complete a pledge form. It requires prayerful consideration and commitment.
Parishioners are led in this task by the Appeal Coordinator, who walks them through the
task of completing the pledge forms after the Homily. During the Homily, the Appeal
Coordinator can show the DVD or the Pastor can give a talk promoting the Appeal.
Action
Description
Responsibility
Bulletin
Announcement
Ensure that bulletin announcement is
placed by the previous Monday.
Appeal Coordinator
Pray Appeal Prayer
Pastor leads people in Appeal prayer.
Pastor/Appeal Coordinator
Pledge Envelopes in Pews
Pledge envelopes and pencils should
be placed in pews in advance of the
weekend Masses. Refill as needed
and keep envelopes in pews through
the In-Pew Follow up.
Ushers
Presentation of DVD
Appeal Coordinator or Pastor carries
out two tasks:
1) To introduce video.
2) To lead parishioners in
completing pledge forms.
Appeal Coordinator/ Pastor
Prayers of the Faithful
Ensure that appropriate Appeal
prayer is included in the prayers of
the Faithful for all weekend Masses.
Appeal Coordinator
Collection of Pledges
Collect pledges with regular
donations at the Offertory.
Ushers
Mass Announcement
Ensure that appropriate Appeal
announcement is included in
announcements made after
Communion at all weekend Masses.
Pastor
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In-Pew Weekend
FEBRUARY 15 &16
ANNOUNCEMENT/PRAYER SAMPLES
Please make any changes you deem necessary to the following samples for use
during Mass:
Bulletin Announcement
Countless lives are touched by every contribution to the 2014 Archbishop’s Appeal.
Children, seminary students, the sick and the aged, the needy—they all depend on
our generosity. Thank you for pledging today to help meet our parish goal of
$_________________ and assure the continuation of these programs and services. For
more information on the ministries funded by the appeal visit www.archsaappeal.org
Prayers of the Faithful
That as we give to the Archbishop’s Appeal to help others, we give thanks to God for
the gifts and blessings we have received, we pray to the Lord.
Mass Announcement
Countless lives are touched by every contribution to the 2014 Archbishop’s Appeal.
children, seminary students, the sick, the aged, the needy—they all depend on our
generosity. Thank you to all that pledged today to help meet our parish goal and
assure the continuation of these efforts.
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In-Pew Follow-up Weekend FEBRUARY 22 & 23
The In-Pew Follow-up process is essential in increasing parishioner participation
rates in the Appeal while helping the parish to meet its goal.

After the Homily, briefly talk about the Appeal. You may find the talk on page 31 helpful.

Thank parishioners for their contributions to the Appeal the previous weekend.
Then move from the thank you to the ASK by urging your parishioners, who have not
yet made a pledge to the Appeal, to do so by simply completing their Appeal Pledge
 envelope.


Bring their attention to the pledge envelopes and pencils on the pews. Ask those who
have not yet made a contribution to fill out a pledge envelope.

Tell them that the ushers will pick up their envelopes during offertory.

Remind them that one of the goals of the Appeal is to have each household make a
pledge to the Appeal.

End by mentioning the parish goal and thanking them for their part in helping the parish
meet its goal.
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Follow-up Weekend Plan FEBRUARY 22 & 23
Overview
It is important to conduct the full In-Pew Process on two weekends because many Catholics
do not attend Mass at their own parish every weekend. If they miss Mass on Pledge Weekend, they are more likely to pledge during an In-Pew Process than if they are asked to stop
by a table after Mass and take an envelope home.
Action
Description
Responsibility
Follow-up Talk
Briefly mention the Appeal by
reiterating important points
about the program, and give the
opportunity for parishioners to
complete and turn in pledge
forms (Please provide 5 minutes
to complete their pledges.)
Celebrant
Collection of Pledges
Announcements
and Prayers
Collect pledges with regular
donations at the Offertory.
Ensure that appropriate
Bulletin and Mass
Announcements and Prayers of
the Faithful are included for all
weekend Masses.
Ushers
Appeal Coordinator
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In-Pew Follow-up—Talk
FEBRUARY 22 & 23
While our Archdiocese continues to grow in size, the number of families who participate in the
Archbishop’s Appeal is not growing.
So, today, I would like to take a few minutes to share the work the Archbishop’s Appeal is doing.
Did you know that when an engaged couple receives education and counseling in
preparation for marriage, the Appeal is at work? When a catechist receives training or a needy family
can not afford to send their child to Catholic School, the Appeal is at work. When a baby’s life is saved
from abortion or a homeless person receives a warm bed and a meal, the Appeal is at work. There are
things at work every day throughout the Archdiocese supported by your donations to the
Archbishop’s Appeal. You know many of them—Catholic Charities, Seton Home, St. Peter-St. Joseph
Children’s Home, Hope for the Future, Campus Ministry, Assumption Seminary—and we would miss
them if they were gone.
It is your donations that make possible the continuation of these services. If you have
already made a pledge to the Archbishop’s Appeal, I thank you for answering the call to serve others.
If you have not yet made a pledge, I would like to remind you that the theme for this year----Walk in
Newness of Life, focuses on our call to the New Evangelization as part of our
Mutually Shared Vision, which reminds us that we are all disciples of Jesus Christ. Being an intentional
disciple is putting our faith into action by sharing the gifts God has given to us with others. Being
Catholic is much more than being a member of a parish and going to mass on weekends—it’s about
living our faith and following Jesus. I’ve seen some of the amazing ways that our community has
pulled together in difficult times to help each other and to help those outside of our community—that
is what it means to be Catholic.
Let me say again, if you have never pledged before, a pledge of $1 for each day of the year, $365, or
$1 for each week of the year, $52, would go a long way toward helping us to meet our goal. However, any gift you can give will be truly appreciated.
There are pledge envelopes and pencils available at the end of each pew. Please use the
envelopes provided to you to make your donation by cash or check today or to fill out your monthly
pledge commitment by check or credit card. You can utilize online giving by scanning the Quick Response Code with your smart phone. The QR code is located on the appeal envelope or appeal poster.
If you don't have a smart phone and want to utilize online giving you can visit www.archsaappeal.org
to help expedite the giving process.
No amount is too small. Please take a moment to consider this question. Could you
sacrifice the price of a soft drink a day or a cup of coffee a week to the ministries of the Archdiocese?
Those dollars could go a long way to benefit the Catholic community in our Archdiocese.
Please make a pledge to support the Appeal—because the Appeal supports you. Don’t think of it as an
obligation, your ability to support all these ministries is really a privilege.
Thank you again in advance for your pledge.
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In-Pew Follow-up
FEBRUARY 22 & 23
Samples
Please make any changes you deem necessary to the following samples for use
during Mass:
Bulletin Announcement
We would like to thank all of our Parishioners who joined together in pledging their gift to
the 2014 Archbishop’s Appeal. If you have not made your commitment, today would be a
convenient opportunity to do so. Pledge cards, envelopes and pencils are available in pews
or in the vestibule of the Church. Once completed, kindly place you pledge card in the
offertory. Every gift is very important. Thank you for your generosity. For more information
on the impact of your support for the appeal visit www.archsaappeal.org.
Prayers of the Faithful
That God’s blessings be upon our parish community for our support of those in need
throughout the Archdiocese through the Archbishop’s Appeal, we pray to the Lord.
Mass Announcement
We would like to thank all of our Parishioners who joined together in pledging their gift to
the 2014 Archbishop’s Appeal. If you have not made your commitment, today would be a
convenient opportunity to do so. Pledge cards, envelopes and pencils are available in pews
or in the vestibule of the Church. Once completed, kindly place you pledge card in the
offertory. Every gift is so very important. Thank you for your generosity.
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Direct Mail Campaign
JANUARY 20
APRIL 14
JULY 7
GENERAL MAILING
The General Mailing is the first contact your parishioners will have with the
Appeal each year. While we try to reach all registered parish members with
this mailing, our reach is only as good as our mailing lists (see page 36). While
some recipients will respond to this mailing, some will not receive the letter
due to change of address, others will put it aside and forget it, still others may
throw it away with junk mail.
The Direct Mail Campaign is a very important part of the Archbishop’s Appeal.
In 2013, 71% of all contributions came from direct mail with 25% of
contributions coming from In-Pew solicitations and the remaining 4% from
On-line, Bill Pay and other donations.

Please explain to your parishioners that a letter from the Archbishop will be sent to all
parishioners who have donated to the Archbishop’s Appeal in the past asking for
support to the 2014 Archbishop’s Appeal.

The Archbishop’s letter is a personal request to all parishioners to consider some level
of support for the work done throughout the Archdiocese by the more than 30
ministries supported by the Archbishop’s Appeal.

Invite them to consider a gift that their means will permit. Remind them that through
the Archbishop’s Appeal, the Church in San Antonio can bring care, relief,
evangelization, education, spiritual healing and social services to people in need
throughout the Archdiocese.

Please announce this forthcoming mailing at the conclusion of your homily or during
the bulletin announcements prior to the end of Mass.
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Direct Mail Campaign
JANUARY 20
APRIL 14
JULY 7
FIRST FOLLOW-UP MAILING- April 14, 2014
Mailing of the 2014 Archbishop’s Appeal first follow-up letter:

Please explain to your parishioners that a letter from the Archbishop will be sent
to all parishioners who have not yet responded to the Appeal to provide a second
opportunity to indicate their level of support to the 2014 Archbishop’s Appeal.

The Archbishop’s letter is intended to remind parishioners of the vital importance
of their donation to the Archdiocese of San Antonio sponsored ministries, and to
invite them to consider a gift that their means will permit.

Re-iterate the fact that the Archbishop’s Appeal is the one opportunity given to the
Catholic Community to unite with the Archdiocesan Church to reach out to our
brothers and sisters in need. In reality, the Appeal is to the Archdiocese, what the
offertory is to your parish.

Please announce this forthcoming mailing at the conclusion of your homily or
during the bulletin announcements prior to the end of Mass.
SECOND FOLLOW-UP MAILING- July 7, 2014
Mailing of the 2014 Archbishop’s Appeal second follow up letter:

This mailing represents the final occasion to solicit support on behalf of the
Appeal. It is designed to offer all non-respondents their last opportunity to
indicate their level of support to the Archbishop’s Appeal.

In this letter, the Archbishop will ask parishioners to reflect upon the importance
of their charitable involvement and prayerfully consider making a gift to the
Archbishop’s Appeal.

Please announce the up coming mailing at the end of your homily or during the
bulletin announcements prior to the end of Mass.
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Direct Mail Campaign
JANUARY 20
APRIL 14
JULY 7
Samples
Please announce these mailings at the conclusion of the homily or during the
bulletin announcements prior to the end of Mass. Feel free to make any
changes you deem necessary to the following samples.
GENERAL MAILING—JANUARY 20, 2014
Bulletin /Mass Announcement
On Monday, January 20, a letter from the Archbishop will be sent out asking for
your gift/pledge to support the ministries of the Archdiocese of San Antonio. This
mailing gives all registered parishioners an opportunity to contribute to the
Appeal, especially those who may be unable to attend Mass. Please give prayerful
consideration to your level of support to help fund the essential ministries and
services supported by the Appeal. To learn more about the appeal visit
www.archsaappeal.org.
FIRST FOLLOW-UP MAILING—APRIL 14 , 2014
Bulletin /Mass Announcement
Thank you to all who have contributed to the 2014 Archbishop’s Appeal. A
second letter from the Archbishop will be sent out on April 14 to those of you
who have not yet responded to the Appeal to provide another opportunity to
share your gifts with those in need during the 2014 Archbishop’s Appeal. To
learn more about the ministries funded by the appeal visit www.archsaappeal.org.
SECOND FOLLOW-UP MAILING—JULY 7 , 2014
Bulletin /Mass Announcement
For those who have not yet contributed to the Archbishop’s Appeal, the
Archbishop will send out a final letter on July 7 asking for your Participation.
Please reflect upon the importance of your charitable involvement and prayerfully
consider making a gift to the Appeal to help our parish and the Archdiocese meet
their goal and be able to fund the very important work carried out by the many
ministries supported by the Appeal. To learn more about the impact of our
support to the appeal visit www.archsaappeal.org
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Parish Membership Lists
Updating the Parish list
The Office of Archbishop’s Appeal and Grants tries to keep addresses current to prevent the
unnecessary cost of returned mail. It is best for parishes to send updates throughout the
year, for example, every month, quarterly or whenever changes occur in parish
membership records, rather than sending all the changes at the end of the year. Please send
us information on new parishioners, in-active members, marriages, deaths, name changes
and address changes including the old address. This allows our office to cross reference the
information.
Submitting the List
Your parishioner updates should be submitted to the Archbishop’s Appeal Office to one of
the following:
Via email to [email protected]
By fax at (210) 734-1970
By mail to Office of Archbishop’s Appeal and Grants, 2718 W. Woodlawn Ave.,
San Antonio, TX 78228.
Checking for Duplications
By sending your parishioner updates throughout the year, this will allow our office additional
time to review our database, thereby preventing duplication of individual records.
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Pledge Processing & Contribution Reports
The office of Archbishop’s Appeal and Grants maintains all records of contributions to the
Archbishop’s Appeal. We will provide parishes with Monthly Parish Reports by email.
Pastors, in an effort to decrease postage cost, please provide us with an email address so
that we can email these reports to you and the Appeal Coordinators upon request.
Donors will receive the following:
 Thank you acknowledgements for all donations
 Pledge Reminders

Tax Statements
Status of parish goals should be published in the weekly bulletin when received and
announced from the pulpit.
Processing In Pew and Direct Mail Payments
It is not necessary to open pledge envelopes received by your Parish unless you determine
there is cash in the envelopes (see below). Please send all envelopes with pledges and
checks to Business Office or hand deliver at the Pastoral Center to the address below:
Archbishop’s Appeal
Archdiocese of San Antonio
c/o Business Office
2718 W. Woodlawn Ave.
San Antonio, TX 78228
Processing Cash Contributions
If you receive cash contributions, we recommend that you do not send cash through the
mail. You may hand deliver the package to the Business Office at the Pastoral Center or you
may issue a parish check for the total of cash contributions. Make sure the amount of the
check totals the amount of cash indicated on the pledge envelopes. Bundle these together
with your calculator tape for verification. Please send attached donor’s envelope with name
and address information so that proper credit is given and recorded into our database for
their appeal contribution.
Please do not hold parishioner contributions for an extended period of time (more than 2
weeks). This delays parish/parishioner credit for payment made to their pledge and
affects the timing of transactions made to their bank accounts.
Direct Mail Contributions
Please let your parishioners know that they should have received a letter including a pledge
envelope from Archbishop Gustavo for the Appeal Campaign. It is preferred that they use
this pledge envelope as it will expedite the payment process at the bank since it utilizes a
scan code. Also, this will help to speed up the Appeal status reporting to your parish
because the bank uses an automated payment process which also helps to reduce
administrative costs for conducting the Appeal.
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Bulletin Announcements for Parish Office
Bulletin Announcements, this page is for the individual who is in charge of the bulletin announcements at the parish office. It
can be torn out and given to them to ensure bulletin announcements are published.
January 3, 2014 - Reminder to publish bulletin announcement for Announcement
Weekend JANUARY 18 and 19.
The 2014 Archbishop’s Appeal pledge weekend, will take place the weekend of Feb. 15 - 16.
The campaign goal is $4,000,000, and our parish goal is $__________________.
We can assure the continued existence of many important programs that help tens of thousands in our Archdiocese each year; education of our children and seminary students, care of
the sick and needy are among them. Please respond generously when you are asked to make
your pledge. For more information, visit the Appeal website at www.archsaappeal.org
January 3, 2014 - Reminder to publish bulletin announcement for General Mailing,
JANUARY 20, 2014.
On Monday, January 20, a letter from the Archbishop will be sent out asking for your gift/
pledge to support the ministries of the Archdiocese of San Antonio. This mailing gives all registered parishioners an Opportunity to contribute to the Appeal, especially those who may be
unable to attend Mass. Please give prayerful consideration to your level of support to help
fund the essential ministries and services supported by the Appeal. To learn more about the
appeal visit www.archsaappeal.org
January 31, 2014 - Reminder to publish bulletin announcement for In-Pew Weekend,
February 15 and 16.
Countless lives are touched by every contribution to the 2014 Archbishop’s Appeal. Children,
seminary students, the sick and the aged, the needy—they all depend on our generosity.
Thank you for pledging today to help meet our parish goal of $_________________ and assure
the continuation of these programs and services. For more information on the ministries
funded by the appeal visit www.archsaappeal.org
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Bulletin Announcements for Parish Office
February 7, 2014 - Reminder to publish bulletin announcement for In-Pew Follow-up
Weekend, February 22 and 23.
We would like to thank all of our Parishioners who joined together in pledging their gift to the
2014 Archbishop’s Appeal. If you have not made your commitment, today would be a convenient opportunity to do so. Pledge cards, envelopes and pencils are available in pews or in the
vestibule of the Church. Once completed, kindly place you pledge card in the offertory. Every
gift is very important. Thank you for your generosity. For more information on the impact of
your support for the appeal, visit www.archsaappeal.org
March 28, 2014 - Reminder to publish bulletin announcement for General Mailing- First
Follow Up, April 14.
Thank you to all who have contributed to the 2014 Archbishop’s Appeal. A second letter from
the Archbishop will be sent out on April 14 to those of you who have not yet responded to
the Appeal to provide another opportunity to share your gifts with those in need during the
2014 Archbishop’s Appeal. To learn more about the ministries funded by the appeal, visit
www.archsaappeal.org
June 20, 2013 - Reminder to publish bulletin announcement for General Mailing- Second
Follow Up, July 7.
For those who have not yet contributed to the Archbishop’s Appeal, the Archbishop will send
out a final letter on July 7 asking for your Participation. Please reflect upon the importance of
your charitable involvement and prayerfully consider making a gift to the Appeal to help our
parish and the Archdiocese meet their goal and be able to fund the very important work carried out by the many ministries supported by the Appeal. To learn more about the impact of
our support to the appeal, visit www.archsaappeal.org
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Contact Information
The staff of the Archbishop’s Appeal and Grants Office is here to
assist you if you should have any questions. Please call us if we
can be of any assistance through the Appeal process.
Phone No.: (210) 734-1604
Fax No.:
(210) 734-1970
Web: www.archsaappeal.org
Lucy Herrera
Director
[email protected]
Irma Koch
Donor Services Coordinator
[email protected]
Cecile Montañez
Development Associate
[email protected]
Grace Rodriguez
Administrative Assistant
[email protected]
Sonia Anguiano
Development Assistant
[email protected]
Mailing Address:
Pastoral Center—Office of Archbishop’s Appeal
Archdiocese of San Antonio
2718 West Woodlawn Ave.
San Antonio, TX 78228
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Priest Committee
2014 PRIEST COMMITTEE MEMBERS
The service that the Priest Committee provides for the Archbishop’s Appeal is very important. The
Committee reviews the grant applications and grant reports, determines which ministries or agencies
should be funded and makes recommendations to the Bishop for funding allocations. The
Committee also decides on the theme for the Appeal and sets an amount for the overall goal of the
Appeal. The Committee may also hear requests from ministries concerning questions about grant
funding requirements that need their approval.
DEANERY
PRIEST
PARISH
Central Urban
Very Rev. Kevin P. Fausz
Holy Redeemer
North Urban
Rev. Larry Christian
St. Francis of Assisi
North Central
Urban
Northwest Urban
Msgr. Pat Ragsdale
Shrine of St. Padre Pio
Rev. Jaime Renteria - Torres,
MNM
Rev. Kevin Shanahan, MSC
St. Agnes
Northeast Urban
Southwest Urban
St. Anthony of Padua
Southeast Urban
Rev. Jean-Marie Mvumbi
Phongo, CICM
Rev. Ruben Garcia
Devine Providence
St. Cecilia
West Urban
Rev. Michael DeGerolami
St. Timothy
Floresville Rural
Rev. Dennis Jarzombek
St. Mary, Stockdale
Hondo Rural
Rev. Edvin Rodriguez
Holy Cross, D'Hanis
Fredericksburg
Rural
Pleasanton Rural
Rev. Msgr. Enda McKenna
St. Mary, Fredericksburg
Rev. Carl Maurer
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel (El Carmen)
Uvalde Rural
Rev. Valentine Gallegos, Jr.
Sacred Heart, Uvalde
Seguin Rural
Rev. Anthony Pesek
Sts. Peter and Paul, New Braunfels
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Parish Goals
Parish Goals for the 2014 Archbishop’s Appeal campaign are calculated based on the parish
offertory income from the fiscal year two years prior. Using the offertory amount as a basis, a
multiplier is then applied to the offertory amount to calculate the new Parish Goal for the
Appeal campaign.
PARISH
CENTRAL URBAN DEANERY
GOAL
Holy Redeemer
$11,509
Immaculate Heart of Mary
$7,839
San Fernando Cathedral
$38,164
San Francisco di Paola
$3,241
St. Joseph (Downtown)
$13,219
St. Mary
PARISH
$7,884
NORTH CENTRAL URBAN DEANERY
GOAL
Church of the Holy Spirit
$153,041
Holy Trinity
$200,878
Our Lady of Perpetual Help – Selma
$134,043
St. Helena
$56,387
St. Joseph – Honey Creek
$86,047
St. Mark the Evangelist
$196,704
Shrine of St. Padre Pio
PARISH
$39,588
NORTH URBAN DEANERY
Korean Martyrs Catholic Community
Our Lady of Guadalupe—Helotes
GOAL
$1,103
$129,486
Our Lady of the Atonement
$29,728
Prince of Peace
$89,458
St. Anthony Mary Claret
$100,290
St. Brigid
$96,326
St. Dominic
$49,536
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
$115,592
St. Francis of Assisi
$142,557
St. Gregory the Great
$28,213
St. Luke
$111,313
St. Matthew
$198,139
St. Rose of Lima
$81,008
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NORTHEAST URBAN DEANERY
PARISH
GOAL
Blessed Sacrament
$66,785
Our Lady of Grace
$39,326
Our Lady of Sorrows
$2,952
St. Anthony de Padua
$70,703
St. Joan of Arc – Kirby
$13,685
St. John Neumann
$38,430
St. John the Evangelist
$12,199
St. Monica – Converse
$43,334
St. Patrick
$7,581
St. Peter, Prince of the Apostles
$37,523
St. Pius X
$61,756
St. Thomas More
$15,799
Vietnamese Martyrs
$3,170
NORTHWEST URBAN DEANERY
PARISH
Christ the King
GOAL
$7,279
Holy Family
$10,161
Holy Rosary
$10,231
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel & St. Térèse (Little Flower)
$22,770
Sacred Heart
$12,114
St. Agnes
$4,673
St. Ann
$10,135
St. Mary Magdalen
$42,714
St. Paul
$37,663
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PARISH
SOUTHEAST URBAN DEANERY
GOAL
Holy Name
$20,289
Mission Concepción
$2,084
Mission San Francisco de la Espada / Santa Francsica Cabrini
$3,448
Mission San José y San Miguel
$8,582
Our Lady of Perpetual Help
$2,472
Señyor Santo Niño de Cebú
$5,172
St. Ann Mission / San Juan Capistrano
$2,921
St. Benedict
$14,733
St. Cecilia
$9,730
St. Gerard
$8,684
St. Jerome
$17,207
St. Margret Mary
$29,396
St. Michael
$1,309
St. Philip of Jesus
$9,837
PARISH
Divine Providence
Our Lady of the Angels
St. Bonaventure
SOUTHWEST URBAN DEANERY
GOAL
$14,179
$5,801
$13,281
St. Clare
$5,464
St. Henry
$5,923
St. James the Apostle
$24,414
St. Joseph (South San Antonio)
$14,292
St. Lawrence, the Martyr
$18,508
St. Leo the Great
$31,808
St. Leonard
$17,217
St. Vincent de Paul
$37,346
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Parish Goals
WEST URBAN DEANERY
PARISH
GOAL
Immaculate Conception
$2,611
Our Lady of Good Counsel
$4,837
Our Lady of Guadalupe
$11,758
Resurrection of the Lord
$12,259
St. Alphonsus
$3,933
St. Gabriel
$3,388
St. John Berchmans
$15,160
St. Jude
$15,357
St. Stephen
$1,490
St. Timothy
$3,822
San Juan de los Lagos
$9,094
San Martín de Porres
$7,672
PARISH
FLORESVILLE RURAL DEANERY
Blessed Sacrament – Poth
GOAL
$11,016
Holy Trinity – Falls City
$3,320
Immaculate Conception of the BVM – Panna Maria
$3,465
St. Helena, Helena
$240
Nativity of the BVM – Cestohowa
$3,250
Our Lady Queen of Peace – Kenedy
$4,511
Sacred Heart – Floresville
$27,345
St. Ann – Kosciusko
$3,271
St. Anthony - Elmendorf
$5,534
Our Lady of Perpetual Help - Saspamco
$638
St. Anthony – Runge
$2,500
St. Boniface – Hobson
$1,191
St. Cornelius – Karnes City
$4,732
St. Elizabeth, Fashing
St. Joseph – Nixon
St. Philip Benizi - Smiley
St. Mary - Stockdale
$376
$2,200
$583
$4,360
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Parish Goals
HONDO RURAL DEANERY
PARISH
GOAL
Holy Cross – D’Hanis
$3,389
Immaculate Heart of Mary – Pearsall
$9,501
Our Lady of Grace – La Coste
$10,561
Our Lady Queen of Heaven – Macdona
$2,782
Sacred Heart of Jesus – Von Ormy
$1,684
St. Andrew – Lytle
$4,322
St. John Bosco – Natalia
$2,147
St. John the Evangelist – Hondo
$13,223
St. Joseph – Devine
$9,336
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel – Big Foot
$468
St. Augustine – Moore
$352
St. Joseph – Dilley
$2,046
St. Louis – Castroville
$32,336
St. Francis of Assisi - Mico
$386
St. Mary - Somerset
$3,179
Immaculate Heart of Mary Mission – Yancey
$375
FREDERICKSBURG RURAL DEANERY
PARISH
Notre Dame – Kerrville
GOAL
$75,412
Sacred Heart – Comfort
$8,370
St. Anthony – Harper
$3,664
St. Francis Xavier – Stonewall
$4,353
St. Mary - Fredericksburg
O/L of Guadalupe Mission - St. Mary Fredericksburg
St. Peter the Apostle - Boerne
St. Stanislaus - Bandera
St. Victor’s Chapel - Lakehills
$65,687
$495
$107,381
$11,813
$1,791
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Parish Goals
PLEASANTON RURAL DEANERY
PARISH
GOAL
Our Lady of Mount Carmel – Losoya
$5,641
St. Andrew – Pleasanton
$18,855
Sacred Heart – Campbelton
$1,311
St. Luke – Loire
$3,013
Our Lady of Guadalupe – Leming
$1,302
St. Matthew – Jourdanton
$7,151
St. Ignatius – Christine
$542
St. Peter the Fisherman – Von Ormy
$2,137
St. Philip Benizi – Poteet
$4,750
St. Rose of Lima – Charlotte
$2,170
St. Joseph - Tilden
$1,268
UVALDE RURAL DEANERY
PARISH
GOAL
Our Lady of Guadalupe – Del Rio
$11,709
Sacred Heart – Del Rio
$12,611
Mary Queen of the Universe – Comstock
Sacred Heart – Uvalde
Sacred Heart of Mary – Rocksprings
St. Mary Magdalen – Camp Wood
St. Raymond of Pennafort – Leakey
St. Joseph – Del Rio
$289
$28,553
$1,523
$517
$1,683
$30,317
St. Mary Magdalene – Brackettville
$7,157
St. Patrick – Sabinal
$1,689
St. Joseph -Knippa
$225
St. Mary - Vanderpool
$303
San Juan Diego Chapel Mission
$269
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Parish Goals
SEGUIN RURAL DEANERY
PARISH
GOAL
Annunciation of the BVM – St. Hedwig
$16,051
Church of the Good Shepherd - Schertz
$33,443
Immaculate Conception – Marion
$2,719
Holy Family – New Braunfels
$10,841
Our Lady of Perpetual Help – New Braunfels
$12,744
St. John – Hunter
$1,227
Our Lady of Guadalupe – Seguin
$18,342
St. Ann – La Vernia
$16,358
St. James - Gonzales
$9,075
Sacred Heart – Gonzales
$3,279
St. Patrick – Waelder
$1,140
St. James – Seguin
Sts. Peter and Paul – New Braunfels
St. Thomas the Apostle – Canyon Lake
St. Joseph Mission – Redwood
$31,881
$109,769
$25,639
$1,245
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Distribution of Funds
Every year, we receive more requests for funding than we are able to support.
The Appeal provides funds for long-standing commitments to support the work
of Catholic agencies, Pastoral Center ministries, and Catholic social services within
the Archdiocese of San Antonio. Ministries within the Archdiocese of San Antonio
meeting the eligibility criteria may apply to the Archbishop’s Appeal for a grant,
especially those moving forward the goals set forth by Archbishop Gustavo, of
spreading the gospel message and serving the needs of the poor and destitute.
What difference do contributions
to the Archbishop’s Appeal make?
Following are only a few of the services made
possible with assistance from the Archbishop’s Appeal:
1,751,670+ people learned of our Catholic roots at the restored Old Spanish Missions
354,000 Catholics kept informed through CTSA, Today’s Catholic and the Archdiocesan website
6,000 parish catechists and 220 catechetical leaders and 800 school teachers received formation
2,000 lay ministers received assistance to attend workshops that prepared them for parish ministry
Allocation
of Funds
Social Ministries
19%
Evangelization/
Outreach
12%
Seminarian Support 17%
Pastoral Formation
13%
1,900 children received tuition-assistance for Catholic School through Hope for the Future
Education
10%
1,000 disabled persons were assisted by the Ministry for Persons with Disabilities
Priestly Ministries
8%
510 participants attended an archdiocesan Apologetics Seminar to learn how to defend their Catholic faith
Appeal Operation
8%
Capital
Commitments
6%
Parish Stewardship
Development and
Grant Acquisition
7%
2,500 couples strengthened their unions and families at Marriage and Family workshops
600 children found love, caring and a surrogate family at St. PJ’s Children’s Home
335 clients found a child-safe shelter at Seton Home which also provides spirituality education
104 seminarians were housed in Flores Hall at Assumption Seminary
30 seminarians received financial support for tuition, texts and formation fees
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The Archbishop’s Appeal Helps Parishes
Here are some questions to consider. If you answer yes to any of the following, you have
benefited from the generosity of the thousands of donors who help our parishes continue to
grow and flourish.
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Have your RCIA team members attended training sponsored by the Office of Christian
Initiation?
Have any of your lay leaders such as catechists, lectors, music directors, youth ministers,
etc. received scholarships to attend seminars, educational courses, workshops or
conferences?
Has your parish received catechetical materials for poor parishes?
Has anyone in your parish been in the hospital and had a visit from a Catholic Chaplain?
Has any couple in your parish attended marriage preparation and marriage enrichment
retreats?
Have any of your teens received a scholarship to attend Super Youth Spectacular or other
events for youth?
Do any of your families have college-aged children in the Archdiocese who attend Mass
on campus and participate in evangelization and faith formation programs at their
campuses?
Do you have a priest at your parish who received assistance through the Seminarian Fund
at Assumption Seminary?
Is your present pastor nearing retirement age and will your parish need a priest in the
near future?
Has a priest in your parish retired and is receiving assistance from the Priest Pension
Plan?
Have any of your parish families received tuition assistance for sending their children to
Catholic Schools?
Do your parishioners read Today’s Catholic newspaper, watch Catholic programming on
CTSA or visit the archdiocesan website to stay informed?
Does your parish have adults and youth involved with the Catholic Youth Organization
(CYO) who have received training or educational materials on providing a safe
environment for our children?
In addition to helping parishes, the Appeal also helps thousands of men, women and
children across the archdiocese who need assistance with food, shelter, and medical care,
or are not able to provide the cost of Catholic education for their families and those who
are seeking spiritual guidance or find themselves in desperate situations.
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FAQs about the Archbishop's Appeal
Q: I’ve never used Appeal Ministries, so how do I benefit from the Appeal?
A: Four personal benefits flow from your Appeal gift:
 Seminarians are educated to continue to staff our parishes and missions to provide
the sacraments and preach the Gospel for years and generations to come. It costs
approximately 40 thousand dollars per year for each seminarian. Most men are in the
seminary for 6 years before they are ordained to the priesthood.
 Your gift shows your thanks for God’s gifts to you by ensuring that Christ’s mission
continues in our own day and time. The Appeal offers an opportunity to be a good
steward.
 Your gift enables the Church to do God’s work throughout the Archdiocese of San
Antonio by supporting a variety of programs and services that strengthen parishes
and benefit all individuals, including yourself.
 Your gift fulfills a portion of your responsibility to make the Church what God wants
and needs it to be. We are responsible for providing the resources of time, talent,
and treasure that the Church needs to carry out its mission of salvation for all.
Nothing relieves us of this responsibility.
Q: How is the Archbishop's Annual Appeal conducted?
A: The Archdiocese of San Antonio conducts an annual campaign (as is the case in most
dioceses in the United States), to help fund the work of its pastoral ministries and that of
Catholic agencies and ministries that provide services and assistance to the poor and
destitute and work to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The Appeal starts in January and
concludes in December of the same year. The Appeal includes a direct mail outreach and
an in-pew pledge process held two consecutive weekends in February.
Q: Why should people give?
A: Catholics should give because they are grateful for the gifts that God has given them in
their lives and because of the great good that their giving brings to the world.
Q: I already support my parish, isn’t that enough?
A: The Annual Appeal provides the opportunity to support our wider Church family, the
Archdiocese of San Antonio, as well as our own parish ministries. When we say the
Creed, we reaffirm the fact that we are members of the “one, holy, Catholic and Apostolic
Church.” We are saying that we believe that every parish and every parishioner is responsible not only for his or her parish, but also for the well-being of the Church throughout
the archdiocese and the world.
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FAQs about the Archbishop's Appeal
Q: I would like to know how my gift will benefit the parishes outside of the San
Antonio urban area.
A: The pastoral ministries of the archdiocese are available to provide support to all parishes
regardless of location. The Archbishop’s Appeal most likely funded the education of
priests currently serving in your parish. Catechists who are teaching the children of your
parish receive training through our Lay Leadership Formation Fund. And some parishes
received assistance for educational materials from the Appeal. Engaged couples receive
pre-marital counseling retreats. All of these are but examples of the wide variety of services provided by archdiocesan offices and ministries to parishes and parishioners across
the archdiocese.
Q: I’m a full-time college student. How can I help with the Archbishop’s Appeal?
A: Get involved in your parish or your school’s campus ministry program. Give generously
of your time and talent – and consider giving up an occasional pizza or movie to help
someone who is less fortunate. Your gift will make a difference! Get into the habit of
giving – of yourself, your talents, your time and your treasure. It is never too soon to
practice being a good steward!
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Ministries Funded
The following ministries will receive funding from the Archbishop’s Appeal in 2014:
SOCIAL MINISTRIES ($760,000)
CHRYSALIS MINISTRY (FORMERLY: BEXAR COUNTY DETENTION MINISTRY)
Worship services and pastoral counseling are provided at Bexar County Jail. A wide variety
of religious and social services are provided at the Family Renewal Center to those
formerly incarcerated in any detention or treatment facility. These services are provided in
order to facilitate the spiritual, emotional, and personal transformation of those
incarcerated, formerly incarcerated and their families.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES BRAZOS EXTENDIDOS
The Brazos Extendidos (Open Arms) program provides psychological counseling services to
individuals and families living in the rural areas of the Archdiocese, where these services are
otherwise unavailable. Services are provided to those in need without regard for a person’s
ability to pay.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES CRISIS INTERVENTION PROGRAM
Food is the most basic need for human beings. For Catholic Charities’ Crisis Intervention
Program, it is the most basic service we provide. Last year 14,243 individuals were served with
emergency assistance (food, clothing, rent assistance, utility assistance, funeral expenses and
prescription assistance).
CATHOLIC CHARITIES IMMIGRATION SERVICES
Catholic Charities Immigration Services works toward the just and humane treatment of all
immigrants by helping them achieve the full benefits available to them under the immigration
laws through advocacy, education and direct service. Services include training/outreach,
naturalization workshops, family-based petitions, limited court representation and the Ask-ALawyer Program. A monthly clinic in Laredo is held and another will serve Del Rio.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES—GUADALUPE COMMUNITY CENTER
The Guadalupe Community Center provides social services that enhance the culture,
health, quality of life and progress of individuals and families in the community. A wide
array of services for the youth and seniors are provided, including the use of computer lab,
leadership development, reading programs, dance classes, nutritional classes, arts and
crafts classes, health fairs and counseling sessions.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES—GUADALUPE HOME
Guadalupe Home responds to the great need to house homeless, expectant mothers and
homeless women with infants who have nowhere else to turn. Since 1997, Guadalupe
Home has served hundreds of mothers. Its mission is to provide a safe, nurturing
environment designed to maximize a woman’s ability to become self-sufficient.
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Ministries Funded
CATHOLIC CHARITIES MONEY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
Catholic Charities Money Management provides daily money management services to low
income seniors, age 55 and older that have difficulty budgeting, paying routine bills and
keeping track of financial matters. The program’s goal is to promote independent living and
prevent financial exploitation.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES UVALDE RURAL DEANERY MINISTRY
Catholic Charities will provide a new service to the Uvalde Rural Deanery with the
assistance of the Appeal. Catholic Charities will provide counseling, immigration services,
guardianship services, emergency food and clothing assistance.
CRISIS RESPONSE FUND
This special fund provides resources for immediate response to victims of unforeseen
disasters. In past years, the Archdiocese of San Antonio has assisted victims of floods,
tornadoes, and other disasters in areas such as Hondo, Del Rio, New York City,
Washington, D.C. and in our sister diocese in Honduras. Help has been made available to
disaster victims in Seguin, La Coste, New Braunfels, Lytle, Kerrville, San Antonio and many
other communities in our archdiocese.
HOSPITAL CHAPLAINS
Funding will provide support for catholic chaplains who bring the Word of God, offer
Reconciliation, the Eucharist, guidance, counseling and emotional support to thousands of
hospitalized patients and their loved ones. They help patients at a time when they feel
anxious, afraid, and uncertain.
MINISTRY FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
Ministries for Persons with Disabilities serves as an educational resource and referral office
to identify, advocate and promote awareness of the needs of the disabled within the
deaneries of the Archdiocese.
SETON HOME
Seton Home provides a nurturing home environment for pregnant or parenting teens who
are homeless and have chosen to keep their children. Funding will support Seton Home’s
Spirituality Program that provides a broad range of religious, educational and mentoring
services to meet the spiritual needs of young mothers. It will also help to fund the basic
care program which provides food, shelter, clothing, life skills education, transportation,
and house parent supervision. Seton Home can currently serve 40 teen mothers and their
babies daily. Residents stay an average of 10 months.
ST. PETER-ST. JOSEPH’S CHILDRENS HOME
St. PJ’s provides neglected and abused children a safe haven in which they may begin to
heal from the trauma of the abuse and/or neglect that has plagued their young lives. St.
PJ’s offers the children counseling, medical attention, spiritual development and a home
away from home. St. PJ’s goal is to help these children heal from their wounds and grow to
be successful, productive adults. This year approximately 425 children will call St. PJ’s
home.
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Ministries Funded
EVANGELIZATION/OUTREACH ($507,950)
CATHOLIC CAMPUS MINISTRY-OFFICE OF YOUNG ADULTS
Catholic Campus Ministry provides services to local non-Catholic college campuses. Services to
students include but are not limited to: retreats, student leadership development, scripture
studies, liturgical celebrations and service opportunities.
CATHOLIC TELEVISION OF SAN ANTONIO
Catholic Television of San Antonio (CTSA), which broadcasts 24 hours a day, is available to more
than 330,000 households on Channel 15 of the Time-Warner Cable system. In recent years, the
CTSA viewing area has expanded and now includes many new towns and cities, thirty-one
communities in all. CTSA airs news and information, issues-oriented talk shows, religious
education and the daily Mass. Appeal funding ensures the continuation of programming
reflecting catholic and family values.
NATIONAL CATHOLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Every diocese and archdiocese in the United States contributes to a program for Catholic
communications throughout this country. Your support of the United States Conference of
Catholic Bishops helps provide national Catholic radio, television and print communications.
OFFICE FOR THE NEW EVANGELIZATION
The Office for the New Evangelization assists the Archdiocese in becoming an increasingly
evangelized and evangelizing community of faith by overseeing the development and implementation of evangelization goals that fulfill the Lord’s command to “go and make disciples
of all nations” (Mt 28:19), making the parishes places where people gather as joyful and actively involved everyday evangelized evangelizers.
OFFICE OF MISSION AWARENESS
The Mission Awareness Office-Propagation of the Faith for the Archdiocese of San Antonio
serves as a link to the Universal Church through Mission Education activities, Mission
Sending (connecting those interested in Mission experiences) and Mission Fund Promotion.
TODAY’S CATHOLIC
Established in 1892, Today’s Catholic Newspaper is the official publication of the Archdiocese of
San Antonio and provides Catholic perspectives on daily life for the Archdiocese. Catholic
doctrine and teachings are presented clearly while the concerns of Catholic laity are addressed.
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Ministries Funded
PASTORAL FORMATION ($422,194)
ARCHDIOCESAN CATECHETICAL CENTER
The ACC provides a wide variety of opportunities for growth and resources for the development
of volunteer catechists and catechetical leaders through deanery resourcing for catechesis, skills
training in class management and teaching the faith, four levels of catechists certification; as well
as an orientation to catechetical leadership for those responsible for organizing catechetical
programs in parishes. Other services include retreats and continuing education opportunities, a
media resource center, reviews of catechetical materials, and summer formational /education
programming.
DEANERY COORDINATORS
The Deanery Coordinators serve as a liaison between their deanery and the archdiocesan office.
Deanery Coordinators work effectively and creatively with all the pastors of a particular deanery
to facilitate planning of realistic goals and then administrate the programs that are life-giving
and ensure growth and faith formation. Deanery coordinators collaborate with and give support
to the various staff members and lay leaders to offer programs on a deanery level in an effort to
provide services a parish would find it difficult to offer by themselves; for example, an annual
youth retreat or liturgical training of lay ministers.
LAY LEADERSHIP FORMATION FUND
The shortage of priests makes training lay ministers to work in our churches essential to the
future of our parishes. The Appeal provides funding to help parishes and mission churches
underwrite a variety of formation programs including those provided by the Mexican-American
Catholic College (MACC), Oblate School of Theology, and the Archdiocesan Catechetical Center.
Over 3,000 adults recommended by their Pastor for training and formation are assisted yearly.
OFFICE OF ADULT FAITH FORMATION & RCIA
Adult Faith Formation and its implementation are vital for the continued growth and renewal
of the local parish. The Office of Adult Faith Formation & RCIA provides vision, advocacy,
formation and pastoral leadership training, serving the continued development and
implementations of Christian Initiation of both adults and children of catechetical age.
OFFICE OF LIFE, JUSTICE, & PEACE
The Office of Life, Justice & Peace educates and forms Catholics to promote the social
mission of the church at the diocesan, deanery and parish level including planning,
implementing and organizing activities Life, Justice & Peace activities. It serves as a catalyst
and resource to parishes and diocesan efforts which link local and global life, justice and
peace issues with direct service, advocacy, action and empowerment.
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OFFICE OF MARRIAGE AND FAMILY LIFE & NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING
The Office of Marriage and Family Life seeks to provide pastoral formation, leadership
training and advocacy for the holistic vision of Catholic marriage, human sexuality and
family life. Key aspects of this office is to promote a true Catholic vision with marriage
preparation, & marriage enrichment retreats.
The Office of Natural Family Planning seeks to provide pastoral formation, leadership
training, and advocacy for the holistic vision of Catholic marriage, human sexuality and
family life. A key purpose of the office is to provide a clear and accurate presentation of NFP
and its benefits for marriage. Another key purpose of the Office is to present the Church’s
beautiful vision for human sexuality and Chastity to youth and to provide the formation on
these subjects for catechists, educators, youth ministers, parents and anyone else involved
with working with young people.
OFFICE OF YOUTH MINISTRY
The Office of Youth Ministry serves to grow and strengthen Disciples of Jesus Christ, to help
them become more integrated, empowered and actively visible in the life of their parish
(community). 6,200 youth and young adults are served directly each year.
EDUCATION ($390,000)
CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA, WASHINGTON, D.C.
Founded by the Pope Leo XIII and sponsored by the bishops of this country, Catholic University
of America is an institution of higher learning, faithful to the teachings of Jesus Christ as handed
on by the Church. Every archdiocese and diocese contributes support for Catholic University of
America. Funds go directly to help defray its operating costs.
HOPE FOR THE FUTURE
Last year, over 300-400 children, otherwise unable to attend Catholic schools because of lack of
financial resources, were assisted, enabling them to receive a Catholic school education. Over
the past decade, more than 4,000 of the neediest children throughout the Archdiocese have
been assisted partially thru the Archbishop’s Appeal.
OFFICE OF VICTIM ASSISTANCE AND SAFE ENVIRONMENT
The Office of Victim Assistance offers immediate pastoral care to those who have been
sexually abused by clergy, archdiocesan staff or church volunteers. The office also provides
educational opportunities for archdiocesan and parish leadership regarding the effects of
abuse on victims and appropriate ministerial boundaries as well as educating children and
adults about preventing abuse, encouraging behaviors that keep children safe, and acting
to protect children if abuse occurs.
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Ministries Funded
SEMINARIAN SUPPORT ($675,000)
SAN ANTONIO SEMINARIAN FUND
The cost of educating seminarians should never be an obstacle to those who have been called by
Christ to serve in the priesthood. The Appeal helps provide the resources necessary to train the
priests of tomorrow. It underwrites the programs that prepare well-trained, mature clergy with a
keen understanding of the role and spirituality of a priest. This training prepares competent and
committed priests capable of ministering within the many cultures represented in the
Archdiocese of San Antonio.
PRIESTLY MINISTRIES ($310,000)
DIACONATE PROGRAM
The mission of the Diaconate Program is to form men spiritually and academically to discern the
call to the order of deacon. This ministry prepares men to become permanent deacons. In this
capacity, they serve in the Church Community of the Archdiocese under the guidance of the
pastor of a particular parish. The formational process helps to assess the particular gifts and
talents they will bring to this ministry. In addition, during formation, candidates are empowered
to become more familiar with the rich diversity of cultures within our Archdiocesan community.
Deacons serve parishioners at numerous parishes throughout the Archdiocese.
OFFICE OF VOCATIONS
The Vocation Office of the Archdiocese of San Antonio provides resources and discernment opportunities that promote and cultivate vocations to ordained and consecrated life, especially diocesan vocations, to assist those who have heard a call to serve the Church as priests and future
Church leaders.
PRIESTS’ PENSION PLAN
Support will help to ensure an adequate pension for all our priests, now and in the future.
Because of an increasing number of priests reaching retirement age, adequate financial
resources will not exist if steps are not taken now to support the plan. Retiring priests have
spent their lives ministering to the people of this archdiocese. We owe them the peace of mind
in their retirement.
CAPITAL COMMITMENTS ($250,000)
ASSUMPTION SEMINARY
Assumption Seminary exists for the spiritual, pastoral, intellectual and human formation of
seminarians for diocesan priesthood in the Roman Catholic Church. Assumption Seminary’s goal
is to enable Christ-centered men to grow and develop as collaborative bilingual and
culturally aware pastoral leaders.
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Ministries Funded
CATHOLIC CHARITIES BUILDING FUND
Funding from the Appeal is assisting Catholic Charities in purchasing and operating a new
headquarters building from which it conducts 23 charitable programs dedicated to serving the
poorest of the poor throughout the archdiocese. Over the past seven years, Catholic Charities
has nearly tripled its programs. By acquiring a building, money saved from rent
expense will be invested in programs.
OLD SPANISH MISSIONS RESTORATION
Founded between 1720 and 1731, the Old Spanish Missions marked the beginning of the
Catholic Church in San Antonio. These historic church buildings have deteriorated over the
centuries. As a result, a $15 million dollar capital campaign was conducted to ensure these
beautiful churches retain their historical, cultural, spiritual, educational and architectural value,
preserving them for the benefit, enjoyment and use of all of us today, and for the generations
that come after us. Archbishop’s Appeal funding will be used to help restore and preserve the
San Antonio mission churches and to establish a permanent endowment to fund future upkeep.
PARISH STEWARDSHIP DEVELOPMENT AND GRANT AQUISITION ($275,350)
PARISH STEWARDSHIP DEVELOPMENT AND GRANT ACQUISITION
Essential to future services and to the continued strength and growth of the Catholic
community, this program provides support for financial planning and development in the
Archdiocese and a systematic, coordinated approach to cultivating support.
2014 ARCHBISHOP'S APPEAL ($317,000)
ANNUAL CAMPAIGN
Underwrites the cost of materials, printing, mailing, staffing and the on-going operation of the
Appeal effort.
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Impact Stories
Archdiocesan Catechetical Center
“I find myself in high spirits, eager to begin a new year of projects…Especially after the magnificent news of the grant
made possible to us through the Archbishop’s Appeal for the texts so desperately needed by our Religious Education
Program…Everyone is eager and excited to begin our new year of catechetical instruction…” - Letter from parish pastor
Catholic Television of San Antonio
Only a few weeks ago an elderly woman called CTSA telling us her story of long illness and suffering. She told us how
she prayed for God’s healing touch and that his Spirit would give her strength. During that time of confinement and
convalescence, she came to realize that many blessings that came to her from watching Catholic Television. Most
especially for watching the daily Mass. She felt connected with many others who prayed with her during those welcome
and necessary broadcasts.
This woman, who asked that we allow her name to remain anonymous, told that she wanted to do something that would
help ensure the daily Mass would be there for all those who needed it. She said that for the past several years she had
been saving to buy a new car. She told us that she no longer felt she needed the car, but instead wanted to make a
donation to Catholic Television.
One day she arrived at the CTSA’s studios with an envelope containing her years of savings, in her hear a profound love
for the Mass and the people served by our ministry. When we opened the envelope, we found cash, a gift that added up
to $9,500. For CTSA this woman was the embodiment of the poor widow offering her gift in the shows of the temple.
Her gift was profound and meaningful, but not as significant as the unselfish faith and love it represented. This was
gratifying to all of us at CTSA, not simply because of this much-needed gift, but because we were given a rare glimpse
into the importance and impact of the mission and ministry in the people’s lives each day.
Office of Youth Ministry
Youth Spectacular attendee shared the following, "The most enriching part of the day for me was the seminarians because they were energetic and I have though about that vocation. I appreciate all the information and the adoration because there is a lot we still don’t know about our faith and now every day do we take our time to adore our Lord,” The
High School Youth Spectacular had 900 participants with 350 scholarships were given to attend the High School Youth
Spectacular.
Today’s Catholic
In a 2012 testimonial for Today’s Catholic reader, a subscriber wrote, “Today’s Catholic, to me is not only an informative piece but a spiritual tool that I continually look forward to receiving. It’s amazing to read about so many events that
take place within our community and about the individuals behind them who also share such love for their faith.
However, a lifelong Catholic, I recently experienced a true conversion that has profoundly touched me and opened my
eyes to see the tremendous love expressed by Our Blessed Mother and most Sacred Heart of Jesus. Today’s Catholic
provides me with information and resources that will help me continue in my spiritual growth.
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Impact Stories
Priests’ Pension Plan
The priests of our archdiocese have worked and ministered tirelessly and with low pay throughout their lives. The
retirement benefits they receive from the Priests’ Pension Plan are basic to provide a retirement of simply dignity and
honor. Many of these priests, while retired and between the ages of 70 and 89, continue to be active in volunteer services
to individuals, parishes, and agencies, which is a testament to their untiring commitment to the Church and to the
Archdiocese of San Antonio. The assistance of the Archbishop’s Appeal Grant is essential to the Priests’ Pension Board
meeting the retirement obligations of our retired priests.
Catholic Charities – Crisis Intervention
A client, a single mother of two adult sons, arrived at our office seeking utility assistance after being fired by her
employer for filing a sexual harassment claim against another employee. This client had no previous contact with the
social services system, and now that she had been out of work and could not find a job without the reference from her
employer, she was scrambling to figure out what to do, who to call, how to get help, and ultimately, how to get out of
this situation. This client had been divorced from her alcoholic husband and was focused on caring for her one child still
living at home and attending college. Because this client was fired, she did not qualify for unemployment benefits, and
her savings were fast dwindling.
Frustrated with the lack of direction and answers she was getting from the questions she was asking, as well as the
feeling of being completely disregarded and dismissed by her employer, she sat down in our office for close to an hour
going over her needs, wants, desires and developing a plan with a caseworker around community resources. The client
was assisted in applying for food stamps through another agency, was given job search and training resources, and was
referred to legal services. A few weeks later, she was also referred to the Bexar County Dispute Resolution Clinic and is
planning on continuing there with regards o her assault and subsequent treatment by her employer. She expressed feeling
overwhelmed by a sense of clarity on what she should do next and a sense of relief at having her and her son’s material
needs met for the time being. This story demonstrates how much more clients leave with than just a utility payment and
food; they leave with a sense of direction on where to go next and knowing that they are truly being heard by people who
can help them find the answers they need to continue.
Catholic Charities – Guadalupe Home
When Miranda first moved into Guadalupe Home, she had many issues to overcome in her personal life, especially an
unplanned pregnancy. Even with that, I recalled the sweet unique way of parenting that she shared with other moms in
the Home and the certain innate parenting skills she used with her daughter. She always cooking fresh goods for her
child and reading stories out loud. Her actions showed that she cared deeply for baby Isabel’s mind, body and spirit by
finding ways to nurture these areas and taking the time to spend with her child. Miranda spoke of the negative life
choices that she made prior to her pregnancy and that she was sad about the broken relationship between her family and
friends and herself. She said that expecting her child gave her the resolve to make a change in her life. She knew it would
be difficult but she was determined and she began to realize that she would have to start by making changes in how she
behaved, the words she spoke and especially her relationships with others, both family and friends. That realization was
only just the beginning of an amazing journey that we were able to be a small part of in Miranda’s transformation.
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Catholic Charities – Money Management
In one case, a hearing-impaired woman was referred by the Veterans Administration due to being financially exploited
by a neighbor. After the loss of her husband, she did not have any family or trusted friends and in a time of need, turned
to her neighbor to be her representative payee. Unfortunately, by the time she was connected to our program, her house
had been foreclosed on and she was on the verge of being homeless. While in the program, she was able to successfully
make the transition to a new apartment. She was connected with resources to assist her in obtaining justice against her
neighbor, and eventual prosecution by the District Attorney’s office. Currently, she is happy in her new home and finds
security in the savings she is building.
Chrysalis Ministries (formerly: Bexar County Detention Ministry)
I’ve come to realize that if you ask, then you shall receive. Bexar County Detention Ministry has extended me a stepping
stone to help lift me up to have and opportunity to be successful. For someone in my position, I can not emphasize how
much this helps in my struggle. Many individuals do not understand how hard it is to fight to be restored into the
community and society. It is a struggle that I face with great resolve. It is a struggle that I will be faced with for my
entire life. Participating in this program has not only provided me with skills, but it has awakened a desire to further my
education. I must say this is exiting and very encouraging to know that I can put down the past and push forward to a
fulfilling future. In other words, I feel like I have hope. I believe that BCDM reflects that purpose. BCDM staff,
volunteers and dedicated family members may not fully realize the sacrifice they make for their brothers and sister, but I
must let myself be heard when I say with deepest appreciation, THANK YOU ALL AND GOD BLESS YOU!
Diaconate Program
After 25 years of formation, the Church of San Antonio has been enhanced in ministry by deacons who are called and
sent in the name of the Archbishop to assist pastors and church communities by their total and unselfish works of
proclaiming the Gospel, preaching the Word, administrating the sacraments and works of charity. Their presence is of
vital importance with the shortage of priests in this Archdiocese.
Hope for the Future
Mother of two, Rose works at St. James AND Pizza Hut to support their family; she grew up in a large family, and her
parents could not afford to send her or her siblings to Catholic school. She wanted her children to have the best education
possible. Jose, a junior at St. Gerard HS and his sister, Maria, a 7th grader at St. James the Apostle have received
assistance from HFF for the past 3 years. Jose and Maria both have 100% attendance, straight A’s and for Jose, thanks to
the Good Shepherd Network, he takes dual credit classes through St. Phillips College. Their mother and their Catholic
school education nurtured their hearts for service—Jose tutors other students in math and he and Maria have painted and
cleaned for St. Vincent de Paul. Jose’s dream is to become a physician and he says “I want to give my first paycheck to
Hope for the Future.” Jose is attending St. Gerard, and his sister attends St. James thanks to Hope for the Future tuition
assistance.
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Ministry for Persons with Disabilities
Ministry for Persons with Disabilities as made a great impact on Sr. Monica’s life. After completing her Special Service
of six years as Councilor in the Generalate Offices in Nigeria Sr. Monica was then assigned to the Provincial Offices,
located in New York City. From there she traveled to Houston and finally arrived in San Antonio in October 2012
joining two other DMMM sisters who lived in the neighborhood of Blessed Sacrament Parish. Sister Monica requested
that I connect her with some volunteer ministries and a little part-time job, which would provide her some monetary
assistance, while at the same time allowing her to make a difference in the lives of elderly persons with special needs or
with children at some particular school. Sister Monica also commented that she needed to procure some insurance that
would allow her to see a primary doctor that would help her cope with some of her own medical needs. She told me that
by now at her age (close to 60) she just wanted a little part-time job that would enable her to earn a little money which
she could contribute towards their little community of three sisters. The other two sisters are in full-time service jobs as
an RN and in Pastoral Ministry at two different hospitals. Through Ministry for Disabled Persons Sister Monica is
involved in over 14 different ministries.
Seton Home
I am the mother of a 2 year old son. Before Seton Home, I was living my life with no responsibilities. My education was
no longer a priority and I always lived in fear of being incarcerated. Seton Home allowed me to get my life on track. I
graduated from High School and was awarded a college scholarship. By furthering my education I will be able to give
back to my community and I will be a role model for my son. Knowledge is something that no one can ever take from
me!
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Ministries Funded - Contact Information
Social Services
Chrysalis Ministry (formerly: Bexar County Detention Ministry)
www.chrysmin.org
Carol Locke, Executive Director
(210)299-4540
Catholic Charities
www.ccaosa.org
Barb Dampman
(210)222-1294
Ministry for Persons with Disabilities
Sr. Jo-Michele Sierra, SSCJ
(210)872-8794
Seton Home
www.setonhomesa.org
Margaret Bamford, President & CEO
(210)533-3504
St. Peter-St. Joseph Children’s Home
www.stpjhome.org
James Castro, CEO
(210)533-1203
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Ministries Funded - Contact Information
Evangelization and Outreach
Catholic Television of San Antonio
www.ctsa.tv
Deacon Pat Rodgers
(210)734-1610
Office of New Evangelization
www.archsa.org/evangelization
Tim Gonzalez
(210)734-1990
Catholic Campus Ministry/ Young Adults
www.archsa.org/yam
Rev. Mark Clarke, CMF
(210)736-3752
Mission Awareness
www.archsa.org/mission_awareness
Mary Wisniewski
(210)734-1913
Today’s Catholic
www.satodayscatholic.com
Jordan McMorrough
(210)734-1634
Priestly Ministry
Diaconate Office
www.archsa.org/diaconate
Msgr. Patrick Ragdsale
(210)734-2620
Office of Vocations
www.savocations.org
Ana Bojorquez, Administrative Assistant
(210)735-0553
San Antonio Seminary
www.assumptionseminary.org
Rev. Jeff Pehl
(210)734-5137
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Ministries Funded - Contact Information
Education
Hope for the Future
www.hopeforfuture.org
Julie Seguin
(210)734-1907
Office of Victim Assistance and Safe Environment
Steve Martinex, LCSW, LSOTP
(210)734-7786
Pastoral Ministries
Archdiocesan Catechetical Center
www.archsa.org/acc
Gloria Zapiain, Director
(210)734-1960
Lay Leadership Formation Fund
www.archsa.org/lmff
Sr. Cecilia Rodriguez, SSCJ, Director
(210)734-2620
Office of Adult Faith Formation & RCIA
www.archsa.org/adultfaithformation
C. Allison Baez, Coordinator
(210)734-1911
Office of Life, Justice & Peace
www.archsa.org/lifejusticepeace
Patrick Duffy, Director
(210)734-1655
Office of Marriage and Family Life & NFP
www.archsa.org/marriageandfamilylife
Deacon Mike Portele, Director
(210)734-1648
Office of Youth Ministry
www.archsa.org/oym
Joan Martinez, Director
(210)734-1625
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Archbishop’s Appeal & Grants
Archbishop’s Appeal:
www.archsaappeal.org
Grant Information:
www.archsa.org/stewardship_development/development
Stewardship Information:
www.archsa.org/stewardship_development
Lucy Herrera, Director
[email protected]
(210)734-1652
Grace Rodriguez, Administrative Assistant
[email protected]
(210)734-1604
Cecile Montañez, Development Associate
[email protected]
(210)734-1991
Irma Koch, Donor Coordinator
[email protected]
(210)734-1603
Sonia Anguiano, Development Assistant
[email protected]
(210)734-1606
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2014 Archbishop’s Appeal Prayer
O Holy Spirit, Comforter and Advocate,
Bless us with renewed zeal and firm purpose to carry out our Mutually Shared
Vision in the Archdiocese of San Antonio.
INSPIRE us with a burning desire to turn many hearts to Christ through the
New Evangelization
GUIDE us in forming our youth in our Catholic faith and values.
CALL holy men to the priesthood to teach and to shepherd your people.
TEACH us compassion and ignite in us a love like yours for those in need.
SEND dedicated catechists to prepare your people to live a sacramental life.
SANCTIFY all our efforts, and bless all those who will generously support
those efforts through their gifts to the 2014 Archbishop’s Appeal.
Ven, Holy Spirit, Ven, we pray through Christ our Lord and for the Glory of
God the Father..
Amen.
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