Your gift to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal makes a difference right here at St. John Francis Regis Parish. There are some who ask why they should give to the Bishop's Annual Appeal (BAA) when they already support our parish and see the many wonderful things going on here at St. Regis. You may not realize that many of these wonderful things result, in part, from BAA supported agencies that coordinate, train and provide services to us. Faith Formation classes, Youth Ministry, the Permanent Diaconate, Family Life…all these have an impact on our parish.

BAA ministries also reach beyond the boundaries of St. Regis. Many BAA ministries provide services that are well beyond the scope of any single parish. In combining resources, they are able to minister to the diverse ethnic populations in the diocese, provide much needed spiritual support on our college campuses, and assist with services for seniors, low income families and individuals.

Your BAA contributions will help make the education of our 25 seminarians possible. We are blessed with the presence of these dedicated young men who will one-day serve the people of our diocese as priests.

Please make a pledge to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal. As good stewards, we have a responsibility to look beyond our own parish needs to the larger church. Your gift to the BAA might just change the life of someone who desperately needs your help.