St. Joseph’s Society – Second Collection – March 9, 2025

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

I invite you to support our retired priests through the St. Joseph’s Society collection on Sunday, March 9. This annual appeal assists our retired clergy who have dedicated their lives to serving our local Church.

Throughout their years of priestly service, these men have celebrated the Sacraments, preached the Gospel, and accompanied you in times of joy and sorrow. In our Archdiocese, priests are responsible for saving for their own retirement through a pension plan administered by the St. Joseph’s Society. Their modest income means the Canada Pension Plan only contributes a small portion to their retirement allowance. Unexpected medical costs or long-term care can quickly deplete their savings.

While our retired clergy are no longer supported by a parish assignment, many of them continue to be active in their priestly ministry, offering the Sacraments and spiritual guidance to the faithful. This is a testament to their selfless desire to serve you and accompany you on your journey to heaven.

Your support ensures that our retired priests can live with dignity and security. The St. Joseph’s Society relies on your generosity to provide for their essential needs, including living arrangements and quality medical care.

I ask you to express your gratitude for our retired priests’ many years of service by contributing generously to the St. Joseph’s Society collection on Sunday, March 9.

With the assurance of my prayers for you and your families during this Lenten season, I remain

Sincerely yours in Christ,