Ballarat Clergy Support Fund Appeal

COLLECTION FOR SICK AND RETIRED PRIESTS –
SEPTEMBER 3, 2017

Creating a secure retirement future for the priests of the diocese is a duty and care in which we can all participate. Eighteen retired priests are currently supported by this Fund. Some live privately, some are retired in units in Ballarat or elsewhere, others live in supported accommodation.

The funding required for these commitments is ongoing. Thanks to your generosity, this collection has raised nearly 1.8 million dollars since it began in 1991, including nearly $60,000 last year. Along with the priests’ own contribution of approximately $37,000 per year, this annual collection has allowed the Fund to continue to support our sick and retired clergy.

Collections will be taken up in parishes.

CARING FOR THOSE WHO CARED FOR US –
THE CHURCH COMMUNITY’S RESPONSIBILITY

We are a community of communities from the Murray to the sea.
Inspired by the Gospel and nourished by the Eucharist, we follow the example of Jesus and the guidance of the Holy Spirit, reaching out in joyful and humble service, caring for all of God’s creation, growing in love day by day and looking forward to life with God forever.

Diocesan Vision Statement

In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge the traditional custodians of the lands in which the Diocese of Ballarat sits. We would like to pay our respects to Aboriginal Elders past, present and future. Their wisdom can help us care for the earth, our common home.

- Acknowledgement of Country -

COLLECTION FOR SICK AND RETIRED PRIESTS – SEPTEMBER 3, 2017

COLLECTION FOR SICK AND RETIRED PRIESTS –
SEPTEMBER 3, 2017