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MESSAGE OF THE WEEK
Dear Parishioners and Visitors, From the Pastor
This week I received this letter from Francis DeBernardo, the Executive Director of New Ways Ministry, about an award being presented to Bishop John. Saint Paul Church will be a sponsor in the program booklet as we congratulate Bishop John on receiving the award. If you would like to offer Bishop John your personal congratulations in the program booklet, see the link below for information. Dear Friends at Historic St. Paul Parish,
New Ways Ministry will be presenting our Bridge Building Award to Bishop John Stowe, OFM Conv., on November 15, 2024, in Washington, D.C. Bishop Stowe is being honored for his courageous work to promote equality for LGBTQ+ people. He embodies the welcoming style of Pope Francis and has inspired countless Catholics to work for LGBTQ+ people's dignity. Whether or not you attend the ceremony, your organization can participate in this important event by having your name listed in the program booklet as a sponsor. By doing so, you send a powerful message of solidarity and hope to LGBTQ+ Catholics. If you would like to be listed as a sponsor, please complete the form available at www.newwaysministry.org/i-want-my-name-included-in-the-program/ Your support of this award is greatly appreciated and will help to honor a courageous and compassionate bishop. Thank you for your kindness and generosity not only financially, but with your prayers, messages of support, and past participation in our work.
In Gratitude,
Francis DeBernardo