Living Our Faith

Dear Friends in Christ,

The image for this year’s Bishop’s Appeal shows the Child Jesus walking down the street hand in hand with Joseph and Mary. Like Him, you and I need the support, the good example, and the guidance of “those who love us in the faith” (Titus 3:15). And like Mary and Joseph leading Jesus, those who brought us up to be Catholic embodied the ancient desire of the psalmist:  “Let the coming generation be told of the Lord” (Ps. 22:31).

You can help tell of Him to those who come after us by supporting the Bishop's Annual Appeal. Funds that flow into the Appeal from all over Eastern Oregon make it possible for us as a diocese to grasp hands outstretched in hope and guide them along the path Mary’s Son cleared for us in His Church. Dedicated disciples spread the Word about the Way to those who’ve not yet heard it. Dedicated catechists show learners young and old that the Way is the Truth that comes to Life in the sacraments of the Church.
 
This Appeal information here will update you on our many efforts to hand on the Faith of the Church. Please take a minute to acquaint yourself with them to inform your decision about a donation to this year’s Appeal, Living Our Faith.

As you consider your contribution, think of Mary and Joseph guiding the halting steps of the Infant Jesus. And remember:  faith comes alive when we work together to spread it.

In Christ our Lord, 
Most Reverend Liam Cary
Bishop of Baker