As members of Saint Julia Parish, we form a family in the Christ-Child born to us. What a joy to witness the lively Catholic faith and good works of parishioners demonstrated daily in prayerful worship, dedicated ministries and charitable endeavors. These are the essentials for Parish life and form the foundation of our community in Christ. Our efforts to grow in faith and support good works, though, can only continue with your financial assistance.

I ask your help by contributing to our Parish Grand Annual Appeal. This Appeal is essen- tial to the ongoing success of our Parish. We rely upon weekly collections (in pew and online) and the Annual Appeal to meet our Parish’s regular financial obligations. This income, though, has declined since pre-pandemic levels. Our ordinary expenses, though, continue to increase with rising energy costs, maintenance of aging buildings, property insurance, clergy and employ- ee salaries and benefits, ministerial outreach programs and activities, and educational and chari- table works.

The Parish Finance Council has suggested a Grand Annual contribution of $1000.00. I am very grateful to parishioners who are able to give a more substantial donation. I am, also, mindful that some cannot afford to be so generous or even give at all this year. I simply ask you to prayerfully reflect on God’s blessings as you consider your financial resources and decide what you can contribute to our 2023 Grand Annual, as well as the weekly offertory. I am most grateful for whatever, by God’s grace, you are able to do in support of our Parish. Thank you for your prayerful and kind support.

With Christmas Joy & Blessings,