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First Parish to Honor Lumen Christi Legacy Society Members

St. Michael the Archangel Parish in Glen Allen was one of three pilot parishes to work with Maggie F. Keenan, Ed.D.  on developing their legacy giving program.  The pilot program ran from September 2017 to June 2018.  Since then, St. Michael’s developed their 5 year legacy giving program plan with Maggie and rolled out the...

Reflections on the Living Our Mission Campaign

Dear Brothers and Sisters, Since arriving and being installed as Bishop of Richmond, I have spent time visiting and getting to know the people, Catholic institutions and history of the Diocese.  I have witnessed firsthand the vibrancy, dedication, and competence of all those who support this Church in its catechetical, sacramental, charitable, and administrative efforts....

A Very Special Legacy Story at St. Michael the Archangel Parish

We piloted a Parish Legacy Giving Program in FY 2017-2018.  St. Michael the Archangel (Glen Allen), Church of the Epiphany (Chesterfield) and Church of the Visitation (Topping) were selected to participate.  The pilot program started in September, 2017 and ended May, 2018.  Each parish had a Legacy Giving Committee that worked with Maggie F. Keenan,...

Forming Generous Disciples

Last year, the Catholic Community Foundation created a program for Hispanic communities called “Forming Generous Disciples”. At its heart, the program was designed to engage our Hispanic communities in learning more about stewardship and taking the next step of putting the ideas into practice. This 5 week program walked parishes through a process that included...

Legacy Giving Program Webinar

The CCF’s Legacy Giving Pilot Parish program concluded this May.  You can hear about the successes of the program from Reverend Gerry Kaagwa, Pastor of Church of the Visitation-Topping in the webinar video below.  Church of the Epiphany and St. Michael the Archangel also participated in the pilot program.  We are excited and encouraged for...

Pope Francis Appoints the 13th Bishop of Richmond

With great joy, the Diocese of Richmond announces the Holy Father, Pope Francis, appointed the Most Reverend Barry C. Knestout, Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Washington, as the 13th Bishop of Richmond. Bishop-designate Knestout and Monsignor Mark Richard Lane, Diocesan Administrator, will hold a 10 a.m. press conference today in the Kelly Room at...

Thinking about a Year-End Gift? How about an IRA Charitable Rollover?

Don’t forget! You still have time to make a tax-deductible gift to your parish, Catholic school or ministry.  If you have an IRA and you’re 70 ½ years old, you can make a gift through an IRA Charitable Rollover. It helps you and it helps us. How it helps you: it can lower your taxable income...

2017 Annual Appeal Success!

Thanks to all the efforts of our pastors, volunteers and parish staff members, the 2017 Annual Appeal has been a tremendous success! Here are the highlights: Total Goal:  $2,671471 Total Raised: $3,993,302 Percentage of Goal:  149.5% Number of Donors:  18,238 Parishes Over Target:  115 of 146 We truly appreciate everything you all have done to...

St. Bridget School Completes Conversion of the Westhampton Baptist Church into a New Middle School

Saint Bridget School has been forming disciples for Christ and leaders for the Richmond community. The dedication and generosity of staff, parents, parishioners, and alumni have enabled Saint Bridget School to thrive. To build on our terrific legacy and to fulfill our promise of delivering a great spiritually-grounded education in today’s competitive environment, we purchased...

2017 Annual Appeal Exceeds Goal

With the support of 15,007 donors across the Diocese, the 2017 Annual Diocesan Appeal has now raised $3,343,038, exceeding its initial goal of $2,671,471.  As of April 27th, 94 parishes out of 145 have exceeded their 2017 targets with many more closing in fast. Although the campaign has exceeded the overall goal, the Appeal is...

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