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It's still not too late to participate in El Paso Giving Day! We still have a way to go to get to our goal of $10,000. We have until midnight to raise funds to help young kids in our Diocese get to World Youth Day! These families have limited resources and would appreciate your help.
Please visit: https://elpasogivingday.org/organizations/foundation-for-the-diocese-of-el-paso.
Make yourself counted and be present!
The Diocesan Mass attendance count will be conducted this weekend at all parishes.
https://catholicfoundationelpaso.org/news/make-yourself-count-at-mass
The Diocese will conduct the Mass Attendance Count in your parish on the weekends of October 15-16 & 22-23.
Give during the Brown Bag Power Hour from 12 - 1pm today and the Catholic Foundation could win $1,000.
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Father Fabian and the Youth & Young Adult Ministry need your help to see Pope Francis in Lisbon, Portugal at World Youth Day!
El Paso Giving Day is here!
Brown Bag Power Hour from 12-1pm.
Let's Help Fr. Fabian Send Kids to World Youth Day!
Click here to donate:
https://elpasogivingday.org/organizations/foundation-for-the-diocese-of-el-paso
EL PASO GIVING DAY IS TOMORROW AND WE NEED YOUR HELP! SUPPORT THE YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY IN HELPING TO SEND OUR YOUNG ADULTS TO WORLD YOUTH DAY!!
Log in and give during the Brown Bag Power Hour from 12 - 1 PM tomorrow, Thursday, October 20 and we could win big. The three organizations (small, medium, large) that receive the MOST online unique verified donations during the designated time will win $1,000 each!!
Go to https://elpasogivingday.org/organizations/foundation-for-the-diocese-of-el-paso to support this worthy cause. Our goal is to raise $10,000 to support the Youth and Young Adult Ministry and Rev. Fabian Marquez, Youth & Young Adult Liaison, in sending over 80 youth and young adults to experience World Youth Day 2023 in Lisbon, Portugal!
Jesus, when I hear the Gospel about giving to all that ask, I feel overwhelmed. Is that what you really meant? It is hard for me to be generous when I fear that I won’t have enough for my own needs. You urge me to Trust and to turn all of those needs over to you. Grant me a Generous Heart. Remind me to give Thanks each day for the Gifts I was given. Then it won’t be hard to give out of the abundance that is mine. In Your Sacred name I pray. Amen
Remember, it’s not how much we give, but how much love we put into giving.
Support our Communications Ministry by supporting the Progress: Catholic Ministry Appeal. 2022progress.org
Be counted!
The Diocesan Mass attendance count will be conducted this weekend at all parishes, including seminaries and monasteries. Online Mass viewership will be included.
This year’s El Paso Giving Day will be held on October 20, 2022, but the excitement begins with Early Giving on October 13th! Our goal is to raise $10,000 to support the Youth and Young Adult Ministry and Rev. Fabian Marquez, Youth & Young Adult Liason, in sending over 50 youth and young adults to experience World Youth Day 2023 in Lisbon, Portugal!
Help Father Fabian reach his goal!
Click on the link to donate in any amount. Invite others to give as well
https://elpasogivingday.org/organizations/foundation-for-the-diocese-of-el-paso
Communication is one of the purest forms of spreading God’s word. A story can help Inspire and bring others closer to Christ. The Communications Ministry of the Diocese of El Paso keeps us connected with God and one another and offers frequent updates regarding news and happenings across the Diocese, along with messages of faith and hope as they proclaim, by word and example, the Good News of God in Christ!
🕊️Give, and you shall Receive. Luke 6:38
Support our Communications Ministry by supporting the Progress: Catholic Ministry Appeal. Visit 2022progress.org
In celebration of World Mental Health Day, we pray for those who suffer from mental disorders. Let us support them and their families, so that they do not feel left alone, but instead let us provide love and care.
Catholic Counseling Services at the Diocese of El Paso, opened its doors in 1938 and has served thousands. The ministry offers faith-based therapy services in the Diocese of El Paso that is open to everyone regardless of religion, gender, ethnicity, or sexual orientation.
If you know of someone in need, please call (915) 872-8424 today, or if you would like to help support the continuous work of Catholic Counseling Services through establishing a named fund, please contact Chief Operating Officer, Linda Caro directly at (915) 203-0974 or [email protected].
Pope Francis canonized two new saints: St. Artemide Zatti and St. Giovanni Battista Scalabrini
Early this morning, Pope Francis announced the canonization of two new saints born in Italy in the 19th century. Scalabrini and Zatti ministered to hundreds of thousands of Italian immigrants in their time.
In his homily at the outdoor Mass held in St. Peter’s Square, Pope Francis said the two new saints can intercede and “help us to walk together, without walls of division; and to cultivate that nobility of soul, so pleasing to God, which is gratitude.”
St. Artemide Zatti and St. Giovanni Battista Scalabrini, Pray for us.
Take your place at the table of the Lord this weekend,
visit: www.elpasodiocese.org/parishes for parish information and Mass times.
Your place awaits you!
On this World Teachers Day, we are grateful for the hard work and dedication of those both past and present who commit themselves to educating others!
Happy Feast Day, Saint Francis of Assisi!
1181-1226
Patronage: animals, the environment, Italy, merchants, archeologists, stowaways
Francis was born into a privileged life of wealth. As a young adult, and by the grace of God, worldly desires no longer satisfied him. He left all his possessions and embraced complete poverty, taking the Gospel as his rule of life. Eventually, he founded the religious order of Franciscans, whose focus was to make poverty holy, preach the gospel, and work to bring the word of God to the world that desperately needed it. He is known as the first person to receive the stigmata.
He died on October 4, 1226, at Portiuncula, Italy and was canonized by Gregory IX less than two years later.
Share the Good News!
Now is the time to deepen our devotion to the Eucharist and spread the Good News. Our world is hurting! The Holy Spirit is sending us out on a mission to share the Gift of our Eucharistic Lord. Never underestimate the power of faith to make an everlasting impact over our future generations. How can we be the gift for the future?
Report it to your children. Have your children report it to their children, and their children to the next generation. — Joel 1:3
Support Catholic ministries in the Diocese of El Paso by contributing to the Progress Catholic Ministry Appeal.
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St. Vincent de Paul was born in Pouy, France on April 24, 1581, and was ordained a priest on September 23, 1600. Vincent devoted himself entirely to the alleviation of suffering of the poor. Vincent was canonized in 1737 and Pope Leo XIII declared him patron saint of all works of charity.
Established in El Paso in 1893, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul helps to coordinate assistance from local churches and charity organizations to help pay for basic needs like rent, utilities, and food.
To support the work of the Society of St. Vincent in El Paso visit https://catholicfoundationelpaso.org/donate-to-a-fund/ministries-charities/st-vincent-de-paul-society
The Society of St. Vincent DePaul has been in El Paso since 1893 and has helped thousands of families in the El Paso area.
On the streets and roadsides of every nation on earth, are men and women like Lazarus. We sometimes walk past them without seeing them. - Bishop Greg O'Kelly
The Catholic Foundation raised $129,190 during the 16th Annual Foundation of Faith Event: Building the Kingdom with classical crossover soprano and America’s Got Talent First Runner-up, Bárbara Padilla, through sponsorships, table and ticket sales, a live auction, and donations.
The Catholic Foundation hosted three fantastic events over a period of two days: a VIP event for sponsors, a special morning Mass, and the dinner.
Thank you for your unwavering support!
📷 Alejandra Saldaña Photography
The Catholic Foundation raised funds during the annual dinner featuring classical crossover soprano and America’s Got Talent First Runner-up, Bárbara Padilla, through sponsorships, table and ticket sales, a live auction, and donations.
Thursday, September 22, 2022
“Vengan a mi los que van cansados, llevando pesadas cargas, y yo los aliviare.” — Mateo 11:28
Horario de Misas disponible aquí: https://www.elpasodiocese.org/parishes.html
Father Rick Matty† was dynamic, energetic, and a powerful force for good.
He was the founding Executive Director of Diocesan Migrant & Refugee Services (DMRS), served as vicar general and the diocesan administrator when the diocese was sede vacante, and is one of the men credited with bringing the ACTS movement to El Paso. He was integral in establishing a medical mission in Chiapas with Dr. Charlie Gutierrez and others.
Father Matty created the St. Patrick Cathedral Historic Preservation Fund, a permanent endowed fund to provide funding for preservation and restoration in perpetuity. He replaced the Cathedral’s organ after it was destroyed when hit by lightning for the second time in 1997, and, at the time of his death, the St. Patrick Cathedral School gym building and library projects, and the St. Patrick Cathedral ministry center, were close to completion.
Without question we are facing many challenges in today’s world, and yet we continue to witness great blessings and growth throughout this time of uncertainty. The Progress Catholic Ministry Appeal is a pathway for us to share that hope in the world with our Catholic values in action.
Remember, the gift that we give to God is really the gift that keeps on eternally giving.
Support our ministries by contributing to the Progress Catholic Ministry Appeal. 2022progress.org
The 16th Annual Foundation of Faith Event is coming up! One of the highlights of the annual dinner is our exciting live auction when guests can bid on unique packages during the event, and donate to "Fund A Needs" starting TODAY!
Here's a list of the 2022 live auction packages and Fund A Needs. Get registered to bid and donate!
FEAST OF LIFE VALUE: $740 STARTING BID: $350
A feast is about coming together with people you love, taking a well-deserved break, and celebrating life’s moments. This package is full of restaurant gift cards from all over town so you get to eat out AND donate to a great cause! Block $100, Chick-fil-A $20, Corner Bakery $20, Cracker Barrel $25, Crave $25, Desert Oak Barbecue $50, El Paso Country Club Sunday Brunch for Four $80, El Paso Country Club Italian Buffet for Four $100, P.F. Chang’s $100, Pilon $50, Podium $20, Sonic $20, The State Line $80, Whataburger $25, and Wing Stop $25.
DAILY DOSE OF IRON VALUE: $600 STARTING BID: $300
Golf for 4 at the beautiful Lone Star Golf Club, golf balls, and lunch at the club restaurant for some of the best food in town. Cart is included.
LAS TEJADORAS VALUE: $300 STARTING BID: $150
This vibrant 16x20 work by Filipino artist Fernando Racelis will look beautiful in your home or office. Fernando is a librarian and self-taught artist whose cultural traditions and love of endearing picture book illustrations inform his works. He brings bright, happy tropical colors to his art. His pictures can be talkative or meditational, but at all times celebratory of the simple ways of rural life.
SONG OF SONGS VALUE: PRICELESS STARTING BID: $300
Enjoy a private concert by Sarah Hart in your very own home or the venue of your choice. The winner is responsible for flying in the artist and handling her accommodations. Proceeds benefit the Saint Teresa of Calcutta Pro-Life Fund.
HEAVEN IS FOR REAL VALUE: $1,300 STARTING BID: $650
Photo shoot with Ale Saldaña $600, an oxygen facial from Elaine Gordon Consulting $300, and a gift basket from The Manor at Ten Eleven that includes tickets for two for all events during the month of October, Manor merchandise and wine.
SIGNS AND WONDERS VALUE: PRICELESS STARTING BID: $250
You will finally get to see your name in lights! This great package is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for: you get to NAME YOUR OWN STREET SIGN! Certain naming restrictions may apply. Bidder must be patient while streets are platted. Lovingly donated by Carefree Homes.
LAS AMIGAS VALUE: $300 STARTING BID: $150
Another colorful work by Filipino artist Fernando Racelis. Las Amigas is 16x20 and will also look beautiful in your home or office. Add it to your collection or start to bring art into your life with this beautiful painting.
WEDDING AT CANA VALUE: PRICELESS STARTING BID: $350
Four-course gourmet dinner for 6 prepared and served by Father Marcus McFadin in the Cathedral rectory. This will be a night to remember! We give it 6 Michelin stars. Proceeds benefit the St. Patrick Cathedral Historic Preservation Fund.
EXODUS VALUE: $200 STARTING BID: $100
One night at Casita Yandell, a unique home near downtown El Paso and an Airbnb favorite, and a culture, community, and architecture tour of downtown with The 915 Experience. This is the staycation you’ve been waiting for OR treat a couple to a mini getaway.
MULTIPLICATION OF THE LOAVES VALUE: PRICELESS STARTING BID: $200
Dinner for four at Thyme Matters with Fr. Beto López. The evening includes a delicious dinner, one bottle of wine, and a host who can bless your meal. Tax, gratuity, and additional alcoholic beverages not included. 100% of the proceeds benefit the St. Pius X Endowment Fund.
CORONATION PARTY VALUE: PRICELESS STARTING BID: $300
Be the very first to serve as the Catholic Foundation’s King and Queen during the 17th Annual Foundation of Faith Event. This includes a VIP table for 10, on September 21, 2023, as well as a pre-event reception the night before for your party of 10. Cake and champagne during the Foundation of Faith Event will ensure a SWEET night! You might even get matching crowns to boot!
"FUND A NEEDS"
SOW THE SEEDS | $25 SUGGESTED BID
This is a wonderful opportunity to provide Bibles for children in religious formation programs at parishes in need in the Diocese of El Paso.
CHARIOTS OF FIRE | $50 SUGGESTED BID
Help our priests who drive hundreds of miles across West Texas with gas money to continue serving the people of the Diocese of El Paso in Van Horn, Marfa, Alpine, Kermit, Presidio, and more.
ACTS: ADORATION, COMMUNITY, THEOLOGY, SERVICE | $75 SUGGESTED BID
Make a gift in honor of Father Matty, who was one of the individuals credited with bringing the ACTS movement to El Paso. Support priests in retirement by contributing to the Father Matty Fund for Retired Priest Appreciation.
CHRIST BEFORE BE, CHRIST BEHIND ME, CHRIST WITHIN ME | $100 SUGGESTED BID
Adopt a student at St. Patrick Cathedral School. Your contribution to their tuition will make a big difference.
WE R1 BODY IN CHRIST | $250 SUGGESTED BID
Father Rick was the founding Executive Director of Diocesan Migrant and Refugee Services (DMRS). You can help build the permanent endowed fund to $1M and honor Father Matty’s legacy with a donation in any amount. DMRS is a full-service immigration legal aid clinic serving low-income immigrants and refugees. DMRS also provides vital legal representation to foreign born priests and religious workers who will serve in the Diocese of El Paso. If our newly ordained priests can’t get an R1 Visa, they can’t begin to work and serve parishioners. DMRS provides that service at a fraction of the cost.
100% of the proceeds from all Fund A Needs benefit the designated school, parish, charity, needs, or fund. Different causes are highlighted each year at the Foundation of Faith Event.
Building the Kingdom on Thursday, September 22. It will be be an amazing night of testimony, music, faith, and fun! fofevent.org https://fof2022auction.ggo.bid
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Enjoy this 5-minute lyric video of "Veni, Sancte Spiritus", a new work by Diocesan Choir Director Peter Kolar. It will be featured at next week’s National Association of Pastoral Musicians Convention and is based on the conference theme “Tested by fire, renewed and transformed.” Besides being premiered live as the convention opening piece, it will also figure prominently in Bishop Mark Seitz’s opening keynote. "In the spirit of Pentecost, the lyrics are multilingual (English, Spanish, Filipino, Latin, Italian) as it calls on the Holy Spirit. Inspired by Ennio Morricone, the music fuses indigenous percussion and choral polyphony with a rhythm that drives to the very finish. Fans of “The Mission” soundtrack will immediately recognize the musical tribute," said Kolar. Come, Holy Spirit! ~ ¡Ven, Espíritu Santo! ~ Halina, Espiritu!
We asked El Paso kids what amazing love is... Their answers may surprise you. https://www.elpasodiocesefoundation.org/appeal
A triathlete and a career man with an MBA, until something changed... https://www.elpasodiocesefoundation.org/appeal
Most people have no idea what happens behind the scenes. When you give to Progress: the Bishop's Annual Appeal, you become a part of something bigger than yourself. https://www.elpasodiocesefoundation.org/appeal
The Mass is ended, go in peace to love and serve the Lord. #Papafrancisco
We have much to celebrate and even more to be grateful for. From a start-up Foundation in 2001, the Foundation has grown to be a philanthropic leader in our community with $20 million in assets. Since 2001, the Catholic Foundation has raised $19.4 million for endowment and now manages 101 separate endowed funds to provide continual resources for years to come. The Foundation for the Diocese of El Paso is an independent 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization.
The Foundation manages five programs: the Catholic Legacy Fund, the Foundation’s endowment program; Progress, the Catholic Ministry Appeal which provides operational funds for diocesan ministries; and the Grants Development Office which seeks foundation and corporate grants for ministries, schools, and parishes. In addition to that, the Foundation promotes Stewardship as a way of life and the principles “Pray, Serve, Give” through training and materials for schools and parishes. Finally, there is the Foundation’s Scholarship Program, which supports the education of Foundation Scholars attending El Paso’s Catholic schools every year.
Thank you so much for being a part of our extended family. During these uncertain times, there is one thing that hasn't and won't change: our commitment to improving the lives of people in the Diocese of El Paso. Your unwavering generosity, especially during this extraordinary time, is an inspiration. Thank you for your support!
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