From our Pastor

05-14-2023Weekly ReflectionBishop William Patrick Callahan & Fr. Aruldoss, Pastor

My Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ:

May the Lord give you peace!

With sense of joy and optimism, I write and share with you our plans for the "Inspired by the Spirit" Campaign. As Catholics, our Lord calls us to boldly proclaim His Gospel, to live life of service, and to invite others to His promise of Salvation. He has bestowed upon us the gift of the Holy Spirit to empower us, to inspire us to move forward, and to do so without fear and anxiety but with energy, enthusiasm, and life.

Today, invite you to help lead this important endeavor and for all of us to be "Inspired by the Spirit!" I humbly, and sincerely ask for your leadership and participation, and encourage you to please pray for the success of this campaign. God be with you.

Very truly, in the Hearts of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, I am

+William Patrick Callahan
Bishop of La Crosse

Dear People of God,

Our Parishes have started the "Inspired by The Spirit" capital campaign. 65%of the goal comes back to the parish for our future capital improvements and 35% goes to the diocese which includes this year's diocese annual appeal.

The goal for Immaculate Conception is $105,000 of which we will be receiving $68,250 which will be used for the rectory roof, electrical plumbing upgrades in the Parish Life Center and repairing the retaining wall at St. Mary's Cemetery.

The goal for St. Boniface is $110, 000 of which we will be receiving back $76,000 which will be used to pay our quota fee for the social hall and the replacement of the school roof.

The goal for St. Lawrence is $80,000 of which we will be receiving back $52,000 which will be used to restore the stained-glass windows and upgrade the church entrance.

I personally invite you to join with me in this endeavor. This is a 5-year campaign effort. These pledges will be redeemed through 2027-2028. Please take a moment to review the brochures and share in the vision for the future of our churches. Your prayerful discernment of sacrificial pledge commitment is greatly appreciated.

Yours in Christ,

Fr. Aruldoss (Fr. Doss)