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Thank you in advance for your consideration in giving to St. Raphael of Copemish Catholic Church. We are pleased to report that our Finance Committee maintains its focus on supporting the staff, structures and supplies necessary for us to gather as a Catholic Community, worship together, grow our faith together, praise Our Creator and thank Him for all He has provided. We do this as a Parish, together.
The Finance Council Charter reflects their purpose to assist the pastor in the administration of financial resources, buildings and grounds. The charter lists the council's responsibilities including things such as recommending budgets, analyzing revenue and expenses, recommending corrective action if necessary, reviewing maintenance of building and equipment, helping to achieve the CSA goal and communicating regularly with parishioners.
If you would like to make special contributions, please consider the opportunities below:
Catholic Services Appeal 2024
In May 2024, we begin raising funds for the annual Catholic Services Appeal, known as the CSA. This year’s theme is Come to the Table. Our bishop chose this as a reminder, during this time of Eucharistic Revival—a rich banquet of Christ’s sacrificial love is prepared so we can feast and satisfy our soul’s longing for God.
The CSA is a diocesan-wide campaign that supports the mission of the Catholic Church locally, regionally and globally. The CSA covers 70% of the Diocese of Gaylord’s annual operational budget, impacting thousands of families each year. Your gift to the CSA helps fulfill our Catholic mission by making the following essential ministries possible. Our 2024 CSA Target Goal for St. Raphael of Copemish is $20,582. If we exceed our goal, 100% of additional funds will be returned to our parish. Every gift, regardless of the size, is vital to the success of the appeal. Thank you in advance for your prayerful consideration and generosity.
St. Raphael of Copemish Building Fund
Most people think that the building fund is only to construct new buildings. But, the Building Fund provides a needed cash reserve to maintain our current buildings. Think of it as a Building Maintenance Fund. Things like new roofs, resurfacing the parking lot and furnace repair are common needs. With an adequate Building Fund, we can avoid special collections.
St Raphael of Copemish Heating Fuel Fund
Our church and rectory use propane fuel to heat the buildings. The Finance Council has created a Fuel Fund to accept specific donations to help offset the increasing cost of heating fuel. Thank you for your consideration in giving to this need.
St. Joseph Community Food Pantry
There are always people in need of food, drink, clothes and kindness. There are routinely about 35-40 families who come to our St. Joseph Community Food Pantry each month seeking help. Families vary in size from 1 to 9. On average, we serve about 100 people every month. We spend about $1,500 monthly for food and drink. Donations from parishioners, other churches, civic organizations, individuals and others fund our ministry.
Parishioners are only a portion of the 20-25 regular volunteers. Many have been helping for more than 10 years. Some have volunteered month after month for over 25 years. Our volunteers recognize that there is a need not only for food and drink, but also for kindness, laughter and caring. Volunteers give with their heart, as well as, work with their hands.
Monetary donations can be given in the collection basket or sent to:
St. Joseph Community Food Pantry
8380 Fifth St, #150
Onekama, MI 49675
Click here to learn more about our food pantry and the people it serves. Your holiday donations can help provide turkeys for Thanksgiving dinner and hams for Christmas dinner.
The Finance Council Charter reflects their purpose to assist the pastor in the administration of financial resources, buildings and grounds. The charter lists the council's responsibilities including things such as recommending budgets, analyzing revenue and expenses, recommending corrective action if necessary, reviewing maintenance of building and equipment, helping to achieve the CSA goal and communicating regularly with parishioners.
If you would like to make special contributions, please consider the opportunities below:
Catholic Services Appeal 2024
In May 2024, we begin raising funds for the annual Catholic Services Appeal, known as the CSA. This year’s theme is Come to the Table. Our bishop chose this as a reminder, during this time of Eucharistic Revival—a rich banquet of Christ’s sacrificial love is prepared so we can feast and satisfy our soul’s longing for God.
The CSA is a diocesan-wide campaign that supports the mission of the Catholic Church locally, regionally and globally. The CSA covers 70% of the Diocese of Gaylord’s annual operational budget, impacting thousands of families each year. Your gift to the CSA helps fulfill our Catholic mission by making the following essential ministries possible. Our 2024 CSA Target Goal for St. Raphael of Copemish is $20,582. If we exceed our goal, 100% of additional funds will be returned to our parish. Every gift, regardless of the size, is vital to the success of the appeal. Thank you in advance for your prayerful consideration and generosity.
St. Raphael of Copemish Building Fund
Most people think that the building fund is only to construct new buildings. But, the Building Fund provides a needed cash reserve to maintain our current buildings. Think of it as a Building Maintenance Fund. Things like new roofs, resurfacing the parking lot and furnace repair are common needs. With an adequate Building Fund, we can avoid special collections.
St Raphael of Copemish Heating Fuel Fund
Our church and rectory use propane fuel to heat the buildings. The Finance Council has created a Fuel Fund to accept specific donations to help offset the increasing cost of heating fuel. Thank you for your consideration in giving to this need.
St. Joseph Community Food Pantry
There are always people in need of food, drink, clothes and kindness. There are routinely about 35-40 families who come to our St. Joseph Community Food Pantry each month seeking help. Families vary in size from 1 to 9. On average, we serve about 100 people every month. We spend about $1,500 monthly for food and drink. Donations from parishioners, other churches, civic organizations, individuals and others fund our ministry.
Parishioners are only a portion of the 20-25 regular volunteers. Many have been helping for more than 10 years. Some have volunteered month after month for over 25 years. Our volunteers recognize that there is a need not only for food and drink, but also for kindness, laughter and caring. Volunteers give with their heart, as well as, work with their hands.
Monetary donations can be given in the collection basket or sent to:
St. Joseph Community Food Pantry
8380 Fifth St, #150
Onekama, MI 49675
Click here to learn more about our food pantry and the people it serves. Your holiday donations can help provide turkeys for Thanksgiving dinner and hams for Christmas dinner.