As we enter the Jubilee Year 2025, our Appeal theme, ‘Fan the Flame of Hope’ echoes Pope Francis’ call to be Pilgrims in Hope. We affirm our faith through action, supporting vital diocesan ministries. 

The Annual Catholic Appeal has been a great asset to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish. It has enabled us to offer a variety of programs including youth events, like the recent Diocesan Youth Conference, and the upcoming Catholic Youth Rally at Great Adventure. Other gatherings and networking opportunities are also offered. These events provide valuable opportunities for fellowship among our youth and other young people in the Diocese. 

Additionally, our committed catechists benefit from the ACA by participating in workshops that equip them with fresh, engaging ideas to enhance their teaching. This year, ten catechists will be attending the Hope in Our Hearts conference, where different workshops will be held, deepening their knowledge of our faith, and learning new ways to keep students engaged.

These funds also support the formation of priests and deacons who serve the parish community in many ways! If you know of someone who may feel called to discern the path to ordination, have a conversation with them and invite them to meet with Fr. Wilson to explore the ways in which they can begin their journey.

Finally, a reminder that we have inched closer and closer to meeting our parish goal in the past couple of years. If we do in fact meet our goal this year, we will receive one hundred percent of whatever is collected over that goal back. This rebate could assist us in further supporting our mission through enhancements to our campus and developments in our ministries. 

Thank you for considering supporting this year's Diocese of Trenton Annual Catholic Appeal. Please Fan the Flame of Hope at giveaca.org.