Dear Brother and Sisters in Christ,

One of the most challenging aspects of parish life is to ensure the building and financial health of the parish. Last year, (2019-2020) through your generosity to the Grand Annual Collection, we accomplished the following:

• installed a new back-flow valve to main drain line
• installed two new Mass Schedule signs and sign posts
• repaired the front stairs to the church
• repaired the fall and church plumbing problems
• installed new LED fixtures in the church hall, church foyer, and bathrooms
• repaired and painted the exterior of the rear room in the rectory
• installed new LED lights in the church parking lot and church
• updated electrical panel in the church

Each October, we as a Catholic family at Sacred Heart, are asked to call to mind the important building maintenance needs of the parish. COVID-19 has created many uncertainties and renew our trust in God and in his merciful providence. 

We begin our Grand Annual Appeal for 2020-2021, during the weekend of October 24 and 25. I am asking you to consider your contribution to help us maintain and grow our parish. The money raised will be used for the following improvements and repairs:

• replace the non-working heating system and hot water tank in the rectory - $20,000
• replace the oil burner in the church, change the heating system from oil to gas for greater efficiency and install a 2-zone valve for the church and hall. - $8,500
• upgrade electrical wiring and plumbing work in the boiler room in the church - $4,000
• repair/maintain the exterior handicap ramp - $6,500
• repair the stairs from the parking lot to the lower level of the church yard, paint the rear foyer of the church and the exterior railing outside the rear of the church - $4,000

I am asking for a total of $43,000 to cover these costs. If each family contributes a one-time $250 or $5 per week or $75 per quarter, we will meet our goal. Please take time to prayerfully reflect upon this message of need. With your prayer and your help, I am sure we will be able to build on the strong foundations that so many others before me have created. Donations can be dropped off at a Mass in an envelope marked Grand Annual or mailed or dropped off to the Parish Office, or made online using the form below. 

Please accept my sincere gratitude for your generous support to the entire parish family at Sacred Heart. 

Your Servant in Christ,

Fr. Paolo Cumin, FSCB
Administrator