Diocese of Youngstown's Capital Campaign

Today's Sacrifice - Tomorrow's Church

CAMPAIGN DETAILS • WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR ST. JOSEPH'S?
CAMPAIGN RECEPTIONS • COMMITMENT WEEKENDS • UPDATES • CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE ROSTER

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Diocese of Youngstown Capital Campaign begins!

As we continue into the new millennium, our Catholic Faith faces many challenges. An extensive planning study conducted in 2003 determined many of these challenges. The diocese has launched the first and largest capital campaign in its 61-year history. Please take the time during the next few weeks to learn about the Today's Sacrifice… Tomorrow's Church Capital Campaign and the needs we hope to address. The following are the elements of this historic endeavor.

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Catholic Schools
$5,000,000

$5,000,000 will be endowed to provide for two significant areas of need within our schools. $2.5 million will be earmarked for tuition assistance for our Elementary and High School students. By providing students with needs-based financial aid, this fund will enable us to help ensure that our Catholic Schools remain accessible to all of our families. An additional $2.5 million will benefit our Elementary Schools and High schools through direct grants. These endowment funds will enable the diocese and our parishes to help ensure the financial stability of our schools.

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Catholic Charities
$5,000,000

$5,000,000 in various endowments and grants will be earmarked for Catholic Charities. An endowment fund of $3,000,000 will be created to ensure that the social service agencies of Catholic Charities can continue serving those who come to the door with pressing needs. To provide a steady flow of support for our Eastwood Village Housing complex in Youngstown, $200,000 will be endowed. Finally, $1,800,000 will be invested in social service special grants to support the continued development of social action ministries, a long-term affordable housing project in Ravenna and other housing needs.

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Diocesan Ministries Endowment
$3,500,000

To provide financial support for diocesan ministry programs which include Youth and Young Adult Ministry, Lay Ministry Formation, Marriage & Family Ministry, Pro-Life and the Catholic Media Library. This campaign will establish a $3,500,000 endowment fund for Diocesan Ministries.

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Restoration of St. Columba Cathedral
$2,000,000

The restoration of the Cathedral is beyond the financial resources available to the Cathedral parish community. Immediate funding is necessary to keep St. Columba functioning as the spiritual center of our diocese. $2,000,000 will be used for restoration and renovation along with maintenance of the building.

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Support for our Seminarians
$1,500,000

Our diocese, like most nationwide, funds the entire cost of education for college seminarians (undergraduate studies) and Theology seminarians (graduate studies). There are currently 17 men in various stages of the formation process. The annual cost to the diocese is approximately $25,000 per seminarian. This campaign will add $1,500,000 to the existing endowments for the education of our seminarians.

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Our Lady of the Woods Pastoral Center
$1,000,000

In 2003, the diocese purchased the former Sacred Heart Retreat and Renewal Center from the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart. We hope to enhance and dramatically expand the mission of this facility. At the direction of Bishop Tobin, a committee was established to explore the best uses of the property. This committee will also establish a phased approach to developing this property with both short and long term goals. This campaign will provide funding to continue the development process as well as initial renovation needs.

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2005 Annual Bishop's Appeal
$4,000,000

Each year, the Catholic Church in the Diocese of Youngstown provides the funding for a variety of ministries, programs and services to thousands throughout our diocese through the Annual Bishop's Appeal. These funds, raised throughout our Diocese in each and every parish, show the strength of our support for our communities with generous parishioners funding the broader mission of the Church. Since this capital campaign will take place in 2004 and 2005, the decision has been made to incorporate the 2005 Annual Bishop's Appeal into this campaign. It will return in 2006.

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Support of Our Local Parishes
$12,000,000

Each parish in the diocese is asked to participate in this project. Once the parish reaches its 2005 Annual Bishop's Appeal Goal, the parish receives 40% of the funds raised up to their designated target. Once a parish exceeds their target, they receive 60% of all funds raised above that target. Parishes can use these funds for a multitude of needs including maintenance, debt reduction or other parish projects.

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WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR ST. JOSEPH'S?

The target campaign goal for St. Joseph is $256,831 (4-year pledge commitment).

Included in that goal is our 2005 Annual Bishop's Appeal goal of $27,766.
St. Joseph Parish will receive 40% of all funds raised above the Annual Bishop's Appeal goal,
up to our target campaign goal of $256,831.

After surpassing our target campaign goal, we will receive 60%
of all funds raised above and beyond our target.

Here at St. Joseph Parish, we have the potential to receive at least $91,626, if we reach our goal.

We will address the following needs with the proceeds:
Establish a Building Fund for the building of a permanent church structure.
Reserve a portion to be used for necessary Capital Improvements.

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ATTEND A CAPITAL CAMPAIGN RECEPTION TO LEARN MORE!

All of our parishioners have been sent invitations for the Campaign receptions
which are social and informational gatherings that provide parishioners
with an opportunity to visit while learning about the Capital Campaign.

Please take the time out of your busy schedules to attend one of our informational receptions.
Tuesday, September 27, 7:00 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall
Monday, October 3, 7:00 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall
Thursday, October 20, 7:00 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall
Sunday, October 23, after the 8:30 a.m. in the Parish Hall
Sunday, October 23, after the 11:00 a.m. in the Parish Hall

These receptions will be your opportunity to hear first-hand from Rev. Michael Balash, Diocesan representatives,
and the Capital Campaign Committee Chairpersons about all the details of our exciting campaign!
This is your opportunity to ask any questions that you may have!
You will not be asked to make a financial contribution decision at the reception.

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COMMITMENT WEEKENDS

During Masses the weekends of November 12/13 and 19/20, parishioners are asked to make a commitment to the Today's Sacrifice . . . Tomorrow's Church Campaign. If you haven't had an opportunity to make your pledge, please complete one of the pledge envelopes available in the pews and place it in the collection. All gifts are appreciated and needed for the Diocese of Youngstown to reach its $34 million goal.

"Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully.
Each must do as already determined, without sadness or compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.
God is able to make every grace abundant for you, so that in all things,
always having all you need, you may have abundance for every good work." COR 9:6-8

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UPDATES

Thank You!!!

The Today's Sacrifice…Tomorrow's Church Capital Campaign has been a huge success here at St. Joseph's.

The week of July 23, 2007. . . .

CONGRATULATIONS ST. JOSEPH … ANOTHER CAPITAL CAMPAIGN REBATE CHECK IS HERE!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Many thanks to all who continue to remain current on the Capital Campaign pledges made to the Diocese. This past week we received another rebate check for $12,104.59 which will help pay for the recent capital improvements in the Church. Thank you once again St. Joseph Parishioners! [Rebate checks are being invested in a Certificates of Deposit]

Many thanks to all of you who have responded so generously to this campaign.
Once again, the support and kindness of St. Joseph Parishioners is overwhelming and outstanding! One of our goals is to have 100% participation. If you have not yet responded, WE STILL NEED YOUR HELP!!! Our campaign is based on every family making an equal sacrifice, not an equal gift.
Prayerfully consider what you can do to support this campaign for both our parish and our diocese.

This is an historical event, the first diocesan-wide campaign in our 61-year history. Please respond generously.
It is only through prayer and sacrifices that we can make this historic project a success.

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CAPITAL CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE ROSTER

Campaign Director:
Meegan Wright, Guidance in Giving

Pastor:
Rev. Michael Balash

Chairpersons:
Annette Carlisle, Robert Sawyer, Ted Turner

Parish Outreach Coordinators:
Connie Pastor, Ruth Skocdopole

Reception Coordinators:
Cyndi Keefer, Judy McGreal

Campaign Secretaries:
Kathi Trares, Joyce Plesotis

Additional Members:
Bob & Pat Bruckner, Judy Fiala, Cheryl Turner, Tom Smith, Rob Kasubick, Mel & Marilyn Romanello, Beth Frank

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Last Updated May 9, 2008

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	CAMPAIGN DETAILS • WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR ST. JOSEPH'S? CAMPAIGN RECEPTIONS • COMMITMENT WEEKENDS • UPDATES • CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE ROSTER ————————————————————————————————————————————— Diocese of Youngstown Capital Campaign begins! As we continue into the new millennium, our Catholic Faith faces many challenges. An extensive planning study conducted in 2003 determined many of these challenges. The diocese has launched the first and largest capital campaign in its 61-year history. Please take the time during the next few weeks to learn about the Today's Sacrifice… Tomorrow's Church Capital Campaign and the needs we hope to address. The following are the elements of this historic endeavor. ————————————————————————————————————————————— Catholic Schools $5,000,000 $5,000,000 will be endowed to provide for two significant areas of need within our schools. $2.5 million will be earmarked for tuition assistance for our Elementary and High School students. By providing students with needs-based financial aid, this fund will enable us to help ensure that our Catholic Schools remain accessible to all of our families. An additional $2.5 million will benefit our Elementary Schools and High schools through direct grants. These endowment funds will enable the diocese and our parishes to help ensure the financial stability of our schools. ————————————————————————————————————————————— Catholic Charities $5,000,000 $5,000,000 in various endowments and grants will be earmarked for Catholic Charities. An endowment fund of $3,000,000 will be created to ensure that the social service agencies of Catholic Charities can continue serving those who come to the door with pressing needs. To provide a steady flow of support for our Eastwood Village Housing complex in Youngstown, $200,000 will be endowed. Finally, $1,800,000 will be invested in social service special grants to support the continued development of social action ministries, a long-term affordable housing project in Ravenna and other housing needs. ————————————————————————————————————————————— Diocesan Ministries Endowment $3,500,000 To provide financial support for diocesan ministry programs which include Youth and Young Adult Ministry, Lay Ministry Formation, Marriage & Family Ministry, Pro-Life and the Catholic Media Library. This campaign will establish a $3,500,000 endowment fund for Diocesan Ministries. ————————————————————————————————————————————— Restoration of St. Columba Cathedral $2,000,000 The restoration of the Cathedral is beyond the financial resources available to the Cathedral parish community. Immediate funding is necessary to keep St. Columba functioning as the spiritual center of our diocese. $2,000,000 will be used for restoration and renovation along with maintenance of the building. ————————————————————————————————————————————— Support for our Seminarians $1,500,000 Our diocese, like most nationwide, funds the entire cost of education for college seminarians (undergraduate studies) and Theology seminarians (graduate studies). There are currently 17 men in various stages of the formation process. The annual cost to the diocese is approximately $25,000 per seminarian. This campaign will add $1,500,000 to the existing endowments for the education of our seminarians. ————————————————————————————————————————————— Our Lady of the Woods Pastoral Center $1,000,000 In 2003, the diocese purchased the former Sacred Heart Retreat and Renewal Center from the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart. We hope to enhance and dramatically expand the mission of this facility. At the direction of Bishop Tobin, a committee was established to explore the best uses of the property. This committee will also establish a phased approach to developing this property with both short and long term goals. This campaign will provide funding to continue the development process as well as initial renovation needs. ————————————————————————————————————————————— 2005 Annual Bishop's Appeal $4,000,000 Each year, the Catholic Church in the Diocese of Youngstown provides the funding for a variety of ministries, programs and services to thousands throughout our diocese through the Annual Bishop's Appeal. These funds, raised throughout our Diocese in each and every parish, show the strength of our support for our communities with generous parishioners funding the broader mission of the Church. Since this capital campaign will take place in 2004 and 2005, the decision has been made to incorporate the 2005 Annual Bishop's Appeal into this campaign. It will return in 2006. ————————————————————————————————————————————— Support of Our Local Parishes $12,000,000 Each parish in the diocese is asked to participate in this project. Once the parish reaches its 2005 Annual Bishop's Appeal Goal, the parish receives 40% of the funds raised up to their designated target. Once a parish exceeds their target, they receive 60% of all funds raised above that target. Parishes can use these funds for a multitude of needs including maintenance, debt reduction or other parish projects. ————————————————————————————————————————————— BACK TO TOP WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR ST. JOSEPH'S? The target campaign goal for St. Joseph is $256,831 (4-year pledge commitment). Included in that goal is our 2005 Annual Bishop's Appeal goal of $27,766. St. Joseph Parish will receive 40% of all funds raised above the Annual Bishop's Appeal goal, up to our target campaign goal of $256,831. After surpassing our target campaign goal, we will receive 60% of all funds raised above and beyond our target. Here at St. Joseph Parish, we have the potential to receive at least $91,626, if we reach our goal. We will address the following needs with the proceeds: Establish a Building Fund for the building of a permanent church structure. Reserve a portion to be used for necessary Capital Improvements. ————————————————————————————————————————————— BACK TO TOP ATTEND A CAPITAL CAMPAIGN RECEPTION TO LEARN MORE! All of our parishioners have been sent invitations for the Campaign receptions which are social and informational gatherings that provide parishioners with an opportunity to visit while learning about the Capital Campaign. Please take the time out of your busy schedules to attend one of our informational receptions. Tuesday, September 27, 7:00 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall Monday, October 3, 7:00 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall Thursday, October 20, 7:00 p.m., Knights of Columbus Hall Sunday, October 23, after the 8:30 a.m. in the Parish Hall Sunday, October 23, after the 11:00 a.m. in the Parish Hall These receptions will be your opportunity to hear first-hand from Rev. Michael Balash, Diocesan representatives, and the Capital Campaign Committee Chairpersons about all the details of our exciting campaign! This is your opportunity to ask any questions that you may have! You will not be asked to make a financial contribution decision at the reception. ————————————————————————————————————————————— COMMITMENT WEEKENDS During Masses the weekends of November 12/13 and 19/20, parishioners are asked to make a commitment to the Today's Sacrifice . . . Tomorrow's Church Campaign. If you haven't had an opportunity to make your pledge, please complete one of the pledge envelopes available in the pews and place it in the collection. All gifts are appreciated and needed for the Diocese of Youngstown to reach its $34 million goal. "Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. Each must do as already determined, without sadness or compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. God is able to make every grace abundant for you, so that in all things, always having all you need, you may have abundance for every good work." COR 9:6-8 ————————————————————————————————————————————— BACK TO TOP UPDATES Thank You!!! The Today's Sacrifice…Tomorrow's Church Capital Campaign has been a huge success here at St. Joseph's. The week of July 23, 2007. . . . CONGRATULATIONS ST. JOSEPH … ANOTHER CAPITAL CAMPAIGN REBATE CHECK IS HERE!!!!!!!!!!!!! Many thanks to all who continue to remain current on the Capital Campaign pledges made to the Diocese. This past week we received another rebate check for $12,104.59 which will help pay for the recent capital improvements in the Church. Thank you once again St. Joseph Parishioners! [Rebate checks are being invested in a Certificates of Deposit] Many thanks to all of you who have responded so generously to this campaign. Once again, the support and kindness of St. Joseph Parishioners is overwhelming and outstanding! One of our goals is to have 100% participation. If you have not yet responded, WE STILL NEED YOUR HELP!!! Our campaign is based on every family making an equal sacrifice, not an equal gift. Prayerfully consider what you can do to support this campaign for both our parish and our diocese. This is an historical event, the first diocesan-wide campaign in our 61-year history. Please respond generously. It is only through prayer and sacrifices that we can make this historic project a success. ————————————————————————————————————————————— CAPITAL CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE ROSTER Campaign Director: Meegan Wright, Guidance in Giving Pastor: Rev. Michael Balash Chairpersons: Annette Carlisle, Robert Sawyer, Ted Turner Parish Outreach Coordinators: Connie Pastor, Ruth Skocdopole Reception Coordinators: Cyndi Keefer, Judy McGreal Campaign Secretaries: Kathi Trares, Joyce Plesotis Additional Members: Bob & Pat Bruckner, Judy Fiala, Cheryl Turner, Tom Smith, Rob Kasubick, Mel & Marilyn Romanello, Beth Frank ————————————————————————————————————————————— BACK TO TOP

Last Updated May 9, 2008 HISTORY • ORGANIZATIONS • SCHOOL • RELIGIOUS ED. • OX ROAST FAIR • PARISH NEWS